Southwestern District Health Unit

Southwestern District Health Unit Providing a variety of services and programs that maintain or improve the health status of the general population and their environment.

SOUTHWESTERN DISTRICT HEALTH UNIT PROGRAMS AND SERVICES

Communicable Disease Control:
*Immunizations
*Tuberculosis
*Skin and Scalp Conditions
*COVID-19 testing and vaccinations


Maternal and Child Health Services:
*Newborn Postpartum Home Visits
*School Health Services
*Dental Health
*North Dakota Health Tracks
*WIC (Women, Infants and Children program)

Adult Health Promotion:
*Health Mainte

nance Program
*Adult Health Screenings
*Women's Way Program
*To***co Prevention and Control
*Emergency Preparedness and Response Program

Environmental Health
*Food Service Inspections
*Non-community Public Water Supply Inspections
*Swimming Pool Monitoring/Inspections
*Sewer System Inspections
*Institution Inspections
*Nuisance Complaint Investigations
*In-Home Health and Safety Investigations
*Radon Information/Testing
*General Environmental Health Education and Information
*Abandoned Automobile Program
*Mosquito Trapping/West Nile Virus Education and Information
*Water Bacteriological and Nitrate Testing

Connecting with a quit coach gives you real support, real strategies, and someone in your corner when it matters most.Le...
06/16/2026

Connecting with a quit coach gives you real support, real strategies, and someone in your corner when it matters most.
Let’s do this together.
Locally, call SWDHU at 701-483-3760 or anytime at
1-800-QUIT-NOW, visit hhs.nd.gov/ndquits, or text ‘start’ to 300500.

While smoking or va**ng may feel like it relieves stress in the moment, it actually keeps the cycle going.Break free. Br...
06/15/2026

While smoking or va**ng may feel like it relieves stress in the moment, it actually keeps the cycle going.
Break free. Breathe deeper. Handle stress on your terms—not ni****ne’s. Every tobacco-free day is a step toward a calmer, stronger you.
Quit tip - practice deep breathing techniques to quiet your mind.
Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW, visit hhs.nd.gov/ndquits, or text ‘start’ to 300500.

Change the moment. Distractions aren’t avoidance—they’re your power move. Chew gum, snack on carrots or celery, or learn...
06/14/2026

Change the moment.
Distractions aren’t avoidance—they’re your power move. Chew gum, snack on carrots or celery, or learn something new.
Quit tip – distract and move past the moment.
Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW, visit hhs.nd.gov/ndquits, or text ‘start’ to 300500.

A quit plan turns “someday” into today. With a plan, you’re building a healthier routine that sticks.Locally, call SWDHU...
06/13/2026

A quit plan turns “someday” into today.
With a plan, you’re building a healthier routine that sticks.
Locally, call SWDHU at 701-483-3760 or anytime at
1-800-QUIT-NOW, visit hhs.nd.gov/ndquits, or text ‘start’ to 300500.

Every quit attempt is a step close to better health.You don’t fail—you practice. And practice builds success. Try again....
06/12/2026

Every quit attempt is a step close to better health.
You don’t fail—you practice. And practice builds success. Try again.
Quit tip – drink water. Water eases some of the discomforts that often come with ni****ne withdrawal.
Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW, visit hhs.nd.gov/ndquits, or text ‘start’ to 300500.

Ni****ne isn’t made for growing brains. For youth, it can impact focus, mood, and how the brain develops—making it harde...
06/11/2026

Ni****ne isn’t made for growing brains.
For youth, it can impact focus, mood, and how the brain develops—making it harder to break free later on.
Choose you. Choose your health.
Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW, visit hhs.nd.gov/ndquits, or text ‘start’ to 300500.

Quitting pouches or va**ng doesn’t have to be perfect—it just has to start. Every attempt builds strength, confidence, a...
06/11/2026

Quitting pouches or va**ng doesn’t have to be perfect—it just has to start. Every attempt builds strength, confidence, and momentum.
Your future self will thank you.
Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW, visit hhs.nd.gov/ndquits, or text ‘start’ to 300500.

Quitting is easier when you’re connected to support. A quit coach can help you navigate cravings, stay motivated, and bu...
06/09/2026

Quitting is easier when you’re connected to support.
A quit coach can help you navigate cravings, stay motivated, and build a plan that works for you. Call SWDHU for more information on free resources 701-483-0171 or
Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW, visit hhs.nd.gov/ndquits, or text ‘start’ to 300500.

Join us for the Dickinson Senior Health FairAugust 4thDSU Ballroom9:00AM-3:00PMFree LunchRegister by July 15th, by conta...
06/08/2026

Join us for the Dickinson Senior Health Fair

August 4th
DSU Ballroom
9:00AM-3:00PM
Free Lunch

Register by July 15th, by contacting the Dickinson & Visitors Bureau

Need transportation? Ask when registering!

Those “small” pouches can carry a big hit of ni****ne—and that means a stronger hold on your body.Quitting now puts you ...
06/08/2026

Those “small” pouches can carry a big hit of ni****ne—and that means a stronger hold on your body.
Quitting now puts you back in control. Less ni****ne, fewer cravings, more freedom.
You don’t have to fight it alone—support is here when you’re ready.
Quit tip – talk with a quit coach who can discuss safe medications to help you become healthier.
Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW, visit hhs.nd.gov/ndquits, or text ‘start’ to 300500.

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528 21st Street West
Dickinson, ND
58601

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm

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