Foster County Public Health

09/12/2026

The breastfeeding trailer will be at JunkFest tomorrow for families to utilize to feed and soothe their babies!

09/12/2026

💛 Thank you to these incredible sponsors! 💛

🌟 Leevers
🌟 701 Wash
🌟 813 Sales
🌟 Carrington Drug
🌟 American Legion Post #25
🌟 Runnings
🌟 Healthy Communities Coalition

Your support makes a real difference in the fight against su***de.

Register today → afsp.org/Carrington
Join the walk THIS Sunday!

***dePreventionWalk

09/11/2026

Here's a sneak peek at some of the Silent Auction items that will be at the Carrington Out of the Darkness Walk on Sunday at the city park . Come check out all the things going on! More to Come!

09/11/2026

As Su***de Prevention Week comes to an end, we wanted to highlight a meaningful community project that we are proud to be part of!

Stop by our office today to pick up a Strong Mind, Kind Hearts booklet! 💚 This resource provides helpful information for kids and families on topics such as bullying, understanding emotions, self-reflection, and healthy coping strategies.

The booklet also includes local mental health resources, access to basic needs, and so much more to help support the well-being of children and families in our community.

We encourage families to stop in, grab a booklet, and take advantage of these valuable resources. You never know when the information inside might make a difference.

09/10/2026

⚠️ Harmful Algal Bloom Alert ⚠️

A new harmful algal bloom advisory is now in effect for Blacktail Dam in Williams County. There are now 18 waterbodies under active HAB advisories or warnings across North Dakota.

View all active advisories and warnings: tinyurl.com/WMP-HABS

If the water looks green or blue-green or has a thick surface scum, stay out. Harmful algal blooms can produce toxins that may pose health risks to people and animals.

Avoid contact with algae-covered water.

Report suspected blooms: 701-328-5210 or [email protected]

When in doubt, stay out.

09/10/2026

News: For Immediate Release
First West Nile virus-related death reported in North Dakota.
View this release online: hhs.nd.gov

HHS recommends residents take these precautions to avoid mosquito bites:
• Use insect repellent registered with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that contains ingredients such as DEET, picaridin, IR3535, oil of lemon eucalyptus, PMD, 2-undecanone or permethrin (for clothing only). Always follow the directions on the manufacturer’s label for safe and effective use.
• Wear protective clothing outdoors, such as long-sleeved shirts, long pants and socks.
• Limit outdoor activities between dusk and dawn when mosquitoes that can carry WNV are most likely to bite.
• Eliminate stagnant water in containers around homes where mosquitoes can lay their eggs, such as gutters, buckets, flower pots, old tires, wading pools and birdbaths.
• Install or repair screens on windows and doors to keep mosquitoes out of your residence.
• Maintain a well-trimmed yard and landscape around your home.
For more information, visit hhs.nd.gov/wnv.

09/09/2026

💛 Community Spotlight 💛

We're so grateful for the local businesses standing with the Carrington Out of the Darkness Walk:

🌟 Bank Forward of Carrington and New Rockford
🌟 CHI St Alexius Health Carrington
🌟 Open Prairie Health
🌟 Old National Bank
🌟 Cows & Co Creamery
🌟 R3 Meats

Because of sponsors like these, we can keep showing up for our community. Thank you for your generosity! 💛

Register today at afsp.org/Carrington
Walk this Sunday, September 13th starting at 12:30pm

09/09/2026

🍂 Fall Cleaning? Don’t Forget Your Medicine Cabinet!

As you tackle your fall cleaning, safely dispose of unwanted or expired medications with FREE Deterra medication disposal bags.

Stop by Foster County Public Health at 881 Main St., Carrington to pick yours up—while supplies last!

🔗 hhs.nd.gov/opioids

09/08/2026

🚭 Ready to Quit? Tried before? Try again! NDQuits and Foster County Public Health can help!

Whether you smoke, v**e, chew, or use ni****ne pouches, you don’t have to quit alone. NDQuits and Foster County Public Health offer FREE quit coaching, counseling, support, and ni****ne replacement products for those who qualify.

FCPH: 701-652-3087
NDQuits: Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669), text "start" to 300500 or visit hhs.nd.gov/ndquits

Let this be your time to quit! 💪🚭

09/08/2026

This SUNDAY, September 13th, is the Carrington Out of the Darkness Walk! Get registered today and join us on Sunday.💜💙💜💙

Register ➡ afsp.org/Carrington

Get registered today for the upcoming Carrington Out of the Darkness Walk on Sunday, September 13th! ⤵
afsp.org/carrington

❓❓Having trouble registering? Reach out to either of the local walk coordinators for assistance:

Lisa Hilbert, email [email protected] or call 701-650-1673
or
Sarah Beard, email [email protected] or call 701-650-0087
💙💜