Dawson County Health Department

Dawson County Health Department Hours: Mon-Tues: 8-5
Wednesday: 7-5
Thursday: 8-6
Closed Fridays
Immunization Clinics:
Thursdays 8-6

The purpose of this webpage is to provide the public with information that will assist in achieving Dawson County's public and environmental health goals.

Getting vaccinated isn't just about protecting yourself. It's also about protecting the people around you. For people un...
10/12/2026

Getting vaccinated isn't just about protecting yourself. It's also about protecting the people around you.

For people undergoing cancer treatment, living with weakened immune systems, or facing certain health conditions, infections like the flu can lead to serious complications.

Staying up to date on recommended vaccinations helps reduce the spread of preventable illnesses and can provide an extra layer of protection for those who are most vulnerable.

Whether it's a friend, family member, teammate, or neighbor, your decision to get vaccinated can make a difference for someone else.

Sometimes, we do it for them 💙

💉 Vaccinations are available at the Dawson County Health Department! Call (406) 377-5213 to learn more or schedule an appointment.

Talking about mental illness matters. When people feel like they have to hide what they’re experiencing, stigma grows. O...
10/10/2026

Talking about mental illness matters.

When people feel like they have to hide what they’re experiencing, stigma grows. Open, respectful conversations can help replace assumptions with understanding and remind people that they aren’t alone.

This Mental Illness Awareness Week, we can all help create a community where people feel safer speaking up, asking questions, and reaching out for help when they need it.

Sometimes change starts with simply being willing to listen.

Mental illness is more common than many people realize.More than 1 in 5 U.S. adults experience a mental health condition...
10/09/2026

Mental illness is more common than many people realize.

More than 1 in 5 U.S. adults experience a mental health condition each year.

During Mental Illness Awareness Week, that statistic is an important reminder that mental health affects people in every family, workplace, school, and community.

Education, connection, treatment, and support can make a difference. And no one should feel like they have to navigate a mental health condition alone.

Early support can make a difference.Many mental health conditions begin during adolescence and young adulthood, which ma...
10/09/2026

Early support can make a difference.

Many mental health conditions begin during adolescence and young adulthood, which makes recognizing changes and knowing when to seek help especially important.

During Mental Illness Awareness Week, check in with the people in your life. Pay attention when something seems different. Listen without judgment. And remind the people you care about that asking for help is always okay.

Support doesn’t have to wait until someone is in crisis.

Mental Illness Awareness Week also includes National Depression Screening Day. Depression can affect how someone feels, ...
10/08/2026

Mental Illness Awareness Week also includes National Depression Screening Day.

Depression can affect how someone feels, thinks, sleeps, eats, works, and handles everyday life. It can also look different from person to person.

A mental health screening can be an important first step in recognizing symptoms and starting a conversation with a health care provider.

If you’ve noticed changes in yourself or someone you care about, don’t ignore them. Reaching out for support matters.

If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

Mental health doesn’t look the same for everyone.That’s why different voices, backgrounds, communities, and lived experi...
10/07/2026

Mental health doesn’t look the same for everyone.

That’s why different voices, backgrounds, communities, and lived experiences need to be represented in mental health research and care.

During Mental Illness Awareness Week, we’re recognizing the importance of listening to diverse perspectives so advances in mental health can better serve everyone.

Better understanding leads to better care 💙

Mental health care continues to change as we learn more 💙During Mental Illness Awareness Week, we recognize the research...
10/07/2026

Mental health care continues to change as we learn more 💙

During Mental Illness Awareness Week, we recognize the research, lived experiences, and new discoveries that help us better understand mental health conditions and improve the way people receive care.

Every new discovery has the potential to lead to earlier intervention, more effective treatment, and better outcomes.

There is always more to learn, and every step forward matters.

Red Ribbon Week is October 23rd-31st. This year’s theme is all about standing strong: "Make a Difference. Be a Hero. Sta...
10/07/2026

Red Ribbon Week is October 23rd-31st. This year’s theme is all about standing strong: "Make a Difference. Be a Hero. Stay Drug Free." In Montana, being a hero doesn’t require a cape—it just takes the courage to resist peer pressure and choose a healthy, drug-free lifestyle. Let’s unite across Big Sky Country to keep our communities vibrant, healthy, and safe.

October is National Bullying Prevention Month. 🧡Bullying can affect a young person’s mental health, confidence, relation...
10/06/2026

October is National Bullying Prevention Month. 🧡

Bullying can affect a young person’s mental health, confidence, relationships, school experience, and overall well-being. And it isn’t always easy to recognize.

This month is an important reminder for all of us to pay attention, speak up, and help create spaces where kids and teens feel safe and supported.

Parents, caregivers, teachers, coaches, and community members can make a difference by:
🧡 Talking openly with kids about bullying
🧡 Taking concerns seriously and listening without judgment
🧡 Encouraging kindness and inclusion
🧡 Watching for changes in behavior, mood, or school performance
🧡 Speaking up when bullying happens

Preventing bullying takes all of us. A little more kindness, awareness, and support can go a long way in making our community a safer place to grow up.

It’s Mental Illness Awareness Week 💙Behind every statistic, diagnosis, and treatment is a real person with a real story....
10/06/2026

It’s Mental Illness Awareness Week 💙

Behind every statistic, diagnosis, and treatment is a real person with a real story.

Listening to people with lived experience helps us better understand mental illness, challenge stigma, and shape better approaches to care. When people feel safe sharing what they’ve experienced, those stories can help create change for others, too.

This Mental Illness Awareness Week, let’s keep making space for those voices and turning understanding into hope.

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207 W Bell Street
Glendive, MT
59330

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 7am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm

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