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January 13, 2025 at 4:04 PM

News Release: Gov. Walz proclaims January as Birth Defects Awareness Month in Minnesota

News Release: Gov. Walz proclaims January as Birth Defects Awareness Month in Minnesota Gov. Walz proclaims January as Birth Defects Awareness Month in Minnesota With nearly 2,000 babies affected by birth defects each year in Minnesota, Gov. Tim Walz has proclaimed January as Birth D…

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January 8, 2025 at 6:04 PM

News Release: Quit Partner Encourages Minnesotans to Embrace ‘Minnesota Quitter’s Day’ on Jan. 10

News Release: Quit Partner Encourages Minnesotans to Embrace ‘Minnesota Quitter’s Day’ on Jan. 10 Quit Partner Encourages Minnesotans to Embrace ‘Minnesota Quitter’s Day’ on Jan. 10 Free resources, support and medication available to all Minnesotans to help quit commercial tobacco in…

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January 7, 2025 at 5:31 PM

News Release: Test/retest homes for cancer-causing radon gas during Radon Action Month

News Release: Test/retest homes for cancer-causing radon gas during Radon Action Month Test/retest homes for cancer-causing radon gas during Radon Action Month Analysis shows home testing rates are often lowest in areas with higher poverty   With doors and windows shut tight against …

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January 6, 2025 at 8:32 PM

NEW RFP - Community Clinic Grant Program

NEW RFP - Community Clinic Grant Program A Request for Proposal has been posted to the MDH Grants and Loan page. Request for Proposal: Community Clinic Grant Program Letter of Intent to Apply deadline: n/aApplication deadline: Monday, March 3, 2025, 4:30 P.M. CTEligible …

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January 6, 2025 at 3:38 PM

NEW RFP - Alzheimer's Awareness Grant

NEW RFP - Alzheimer's Awareness Grant A Request for Proposal has been posted to the MDH Grants and Loan page. Request for Proposal: Alzheimer's Awareness Grant Letter of Intent to Apply deadline: n/aApplication deadline: Wednesday, February 5, 2025, 11:59 P.M. CTEligible…

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December 23, 2024 at 3:47 PM

News Release: Avoid norovirus over the holidays

News Release: Avoid norovirus over the holidays Avoid norovirus over the holidays More than 40 outbreaks of norovirus — sometimes called “stomach flu” — have been reported to the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) so far this December, almost twice the usual number. Noroviruses c…

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December 19, 2024 at 6:11 PM

News Release: Updated guidelines aim to prevent first strokes

News Release: Updated guidelines aim to prevent first strokes Updated guidelines aim to prevent first strokes Minnesota could save lives and Minnesotans could avoid an estimated 10,000 strokes per year through stroke prevention efforts, according to recently updated national stroke p…

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December 17, 2024 at 10:23 PM

NEW RFP - Office of Statewide Health Improvement Initiatives

NEW RFP - Office of Statewide Health Improvement Initiatives A Request for Proposal has been posted to the MDH Grants and Loan page. Request for Proposal: Office of Statewide Health Improvement Initiatives Intent to Apply deadline: n/aApplication deadline: January 17, 2…

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December 16, 2024 at 4:03 PM

News Release: Celebrating 50 years of safe drinking water

News Release: Celebrating 50 years of safe drinking water Celebrating 50 years of safe drinking water State leaders mark the 50th anniversary of landmark legislation that ensures safe public drinking water for all The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) gathered today with partner…

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December 16, 2024 at 2:04 PM

NEW RFP-Home and Community-Based Services Employee Scholarship Grant and Loan Forgiveness Program

NEW RFP-Home and Community-Based Services Employee Scholarship Grant and Loan Forgiveness Program A Request for Proposal has been posted to the MDH Grants and Loan page. Request for Proposal: Home and Community-Based Services Employee Scholarship Grant and Loan Forgivene…

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December 2, 2024 at 2:27 PM

NEW RFP - Pediatric Primary Care Mental Health Training Grant

NEW RFP - Pediatric Primary Care Mental Health Training Grant A Request for Proposal has been posted to the MDH Grants and Loan page. Request for Proposal: Pediatric Primary Care Mental Health Training Grant Letter of Intent to Apply deadline: n/aApplication deadline: Fr…

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November 25, 2024 at 11:08 PM

COVID-19 Updates: November 25, 2024

COVID-19 Updates: November 25, 2024 View this as a webpage Minnesota Department of Health November 25, 2024 COVID-19 vaccination is recommended for everyone 6 months and older Yes, insurance should cover COVID-19 vaccines Order free COVID-19 tests Free or low…

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November 25, 2024 at 9:16 PM

Extended RFP - Fostering Trauma Responsive Practices in Pediatric Health Settings

Extended RFP - Fostering Trauma Responsive Practices in Pediatric Health Settings A Request for Proposal has been posted to the MDH Grants and Loan page. Request for Proposal: Fostering Trauma Responsive Practices in Pediatric Health Settings Letter of Intent to Apply de…

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November 25, 2024 at 3:25 PM

News Release: Minnesota completes lead pipe inventory with one of the highest response rates in nation

News Release: Minnesota completes lead pipe inventory with one of the highest response rates in nation Minnesota completes lead pipe inventory with one of the highest response rates in nation Work is underway to replace almost 90,000 pipes and eliminate exposure to lead from drinki…

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November 19, 2024 at 7:06 PM

News Release: Rural health care professionals’ service to Greater Minnesota honored by MDH

News Release: Rural health care professionals’ service to Greater Minnesota honored by MDH Rural health care professionals’ service to Greater Minnesota honored by MDH The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and its partners are recognizing four dedicated health care professionals w…

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November 19, 2024 at 3:07 PM

News Release: Washington County school nurse receives national immunization award

News Release: Washington County school nurse receives national immunization award Washington County school nurse receives national immunization award Tara Goebel from South Washington County Schools named Minnesota’s Immunization Champion  The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) tod…

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November 18, 2024 at 9:19 PM

News Release: E. coli cases in Minnesota linked to recalled organic carrots  

News Release: E. coli cases in Minnesota linked to recalled organic carrots   E. coli cases in Minnesota linked to recalled organic carrots   State health officials urge Minnesotans to dispose of recalled organic carrots Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and Minnesota Department o…

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November 18, 2024 at 3:43 PM

News Release: MDH highlights grantees’ work and free crib program to promote safe sleep for infants

News Release: MDH highlights grantees’ work and free crib program to promote safe sleep for infants MDH highlights grantees’ work and free crib program to promote safe sleep for infants During Minnesota’s Infant Safe Sleep Week (Nov. 17-23) the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) wa…

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November 15, 2024 at 10:07 PM

News Release: E. coli O157 infections linked to consumption of burgers from Twin Cities restaurants

News Release: E. coli O157 infections linked to consumption of burgers from Twin Cities restaurants E. coli O157 infections linked to consumption of burgers from Twin Cities restaurants Health officials urge people with gastrointestinal illness, especially bloody diarrhea, to contact…

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November 1, 2024 at 4:58 PM

NEW RFP-Rural Hospital Capital Improvement Grant

NEW RFP-Rural Hospital Capital Improvement Grant A Request for Proposal has been posted to the MDH Grants and Loan page. Request for Proposal: Rural Hospital Capital Improvement Grant Letter of Intent to Apply deadline: n/aApplication deadline: Friday, December 20, 2024,…

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November 1, 2024 at 4:58 PM

NEW RFP-Minnesota Health Care Loan Forgiveness

NEW RFP-Minnesota Health Care Loan Forgiveness A Request for Proposal has been posted to the MDH Grants and Loan page. Request for Proposal: Minnesota Health Care Loan Forgiveness Letter of Intent to Apply deadline: n/aApplication deadline: Monday, January 6, 2025, 11:59…

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November 1, 2024 at 4:57 PM

NEW RFP-Rural Hospital Planning and Transition Grant

NEW RFP-Rural Hospital Planning and Transition Grant A Request for Proposal has been posted to the MDH Grants and Loan page. Request for Proposal: Rural Hospital Planning and Transition Grant Letter of Intent to Apply deadline: n/aApplication deadline: Friday, December 2…

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October 28, 2024 at 3:47 PM

News Release: State leaders honor champions for the health of mothers and children

News Release: State leaders honor champions for the health of mothers and children State leaders honor champions for the health of mothers and children The annual Betty Hubbard Maternal and Child Health Leadership Award honorees for 2024 are Patricia Wilson (St. Anthony); Olmsted Cou…

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October 25, 2024 at 9:10 PM

NEW RFP - Fostering Trauma Responsive Practices in Pediatric Health Settings

NEW RFP - Fostering Trauma Responsive Practices in Pediatric Health Settings A Request for Proposal has been posted to the MDH Grants and Loan page. Request for Proposal: Fostering Trauma Responsive Practices in Pediatric Health Settings Letter of Intent to Apply …

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October 25, 2024 at 3:09 PM

News Release: MDH highlights family caregivers for Alzheimer’s month this November

News Release: MDH highlights family caregivers for Alzheimer’s month this November MDH highlights family caregivers for Alzheimer’s month this November Coffee Conversation on Family Caregivers and Public Health Oct. 27 open at no cost to the public Family caregivers are the backbone …

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October 14, 2024 at 3:08 PM

News Release: Public hearing set for Oct. 28 on Mayo Clinic Health System-Fairmont closure of surgical, labor and delivery, and pediatric care units

News Release: Public hearing set for Oct. 28 on Mayo Clinic Health System-Fairmont closure of surgical, labor and delivery, and pediatric care units Public hearing set for Oct. 28 on Mayo Clinic Health System-Fairmont closure of surgical, labor and delivery, and pediatric care units …

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October 11, 2024 at 1:22 PM

NEW RFP - Healthy Brain Initiative

NEW RFP - Healthy Brain Initiative A Request for Proposal has been posted to the MDH Grants and Loan page. Request for Proposal: Healthy Brain Initiative Letter of Intent to Apply deadline: n/aApplication deadline: Tuesday, November 12, 2024Eligible Applicants:  …

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October 9, 2024 at 6:33 PM

News Release: Preliminary data show a decrease in overdose deaths in 2023

News Release: Preliminary data show a decrease in overdose deaths in 2023 Preliminary data show a decrease in overdose deaths in 2023 From 2022 to 2023, Minnesota saw an 8% decrease in overall drug overdose deaths from 1,384 to 1,274 deaths among residents in the state, according to …

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October 7, 2024 at 6:43 PM

News Release: MDH releases draft action plan on drinking water and invites feedback

News Release: MDH releases draft action plan on drinking water and invites feedback MDH releases draft action plan on drinking water and invites feedback The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) released a draft action plan to ensure safe drinking water across the state and is inviti…

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October 1, 2024 at 3:36 PM

NEW RFP - Rural Community Health Center Apprenticeship Grant

NEW RFP - Rural Community Health Center Apprenticeship Grant A Request for Proposal has been posted to the MDH Grants and Loan page. Request for Proposal: Rural Community Health Center Apprenticeship Grant Letter of Intent to Apply deadline: n/aApplication deadline: Frid…

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September 30, 2024 at 3:16 PM

NEW RFP - Increasing Access to Newborn Hearing and Pulse Oximetry Screening in Out-of-Hospital Births

NEW RFP - Increasing Access to Newborn Hearing and Pulse Oximetry Screening in Out-of-Hospital Births A Request for Proposal has been posted to the MDH Grants and Loan page. Request for Proposal: Increasing Access to Newborn Hearing and Pulse Oximetry Screening in Out-of…

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September 30, 2024 at 2:25 PM

EHTB Advisory Panel Meeting Announcement

EHTB Advisory Panel Meeting Announcement MDH Environmental Health Tracking & Biomonitoring Program MN Environmental Health Tracking & Biomonitoring View this as a webpage Advisory Panel meeting to be held October 8 The Environmental Health Track…

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September 27, 2024 at 6:26 PM

News Release: State reports rare human death from rabies

News Release: State reports rare human death from rabies State reports rare human death from rabies Health officials reminding people that bats in Minnesota can have rabies and there are steps to take if you have potential contact with a bat The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) i…

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September 23, 2024 at 9:58 PM

NEW RFP-2025 Preventive Services in Long-term Care Grant Program: Infection Prevention and Control Capacity Building in Long-term Care

NEW RFP-2025 Preventive Services in Long-term Care Grant Program: Infection Prevention and Control Capacity Building in Long-term Care A Request for Proposal has been posted to the MDH Grants and Loan page. Request for Proposal: 2025 Preventive Services in Long-term Care…

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September 23, 2024 at 9:53 PM

NEW RFP-2025 Preventive Services in Long-term Care Grant Program: Non-Emergency Medical Transportation in Long-term Care

NEW RFP-2025 Preventive Services in Long-term Care Grant Program: Non-Emergency Medical Transportation in Long-term Care A Request for Proposal has been posted to the MDH Grants and Loan page. Request for Proposal: 2025 Preventive Services in Long-term Care Grant Program…

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September 23, 2024 at 3:05 PM

News Release: MDH study finds telehealth continues to benefit Minnesotans

News Release: MDH study finds telehealth continues to benefit Minnesotans MDH study finds telehealth continues to benefit Minnesotans A new report released today by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) recommends continued support for the broad availability and use of telehealt…

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September 19, 2024 at 8:57 PM

NEW RFP - Support Grieving Parents and Caregivers Experiencing the Death of an Infant or a Stillbirth and Pregnancy Loss Prevention in Minnesota

NEW RFP - Support Grieving Parents and Caregivers Experiencing the Death of an Infant or a Stillbirth and Pregnancy Loss Prevention in Minnesota A Request for Proposal has been posted to the MDH Grants and Loan page. Request for Proposal: Support Grieving Parents and Car…

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September 12, 2024 at 4:22 PM

NEW RFP - Innovating from our Hearts to a Healthier Rondo

NEW RFP - Innovating from our Hearts to a Healthier Rondo A Request for Proposal has been posted to the MDH Grants and Loan page. Request for Proposal: Innovating from our Hearts to a Healthier Rondo Letter of Intent to Apply deadline: n/aApplication deadline: Wednesday,…

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