Western Plains Public Health

Western Plains Public Health Founded in 1950, Western Plains Public Health is a five county district health unit.

Western Plains Public Health is a five county district health unit providing health services to the people of Mercer, Oliver, Grant, Morton, and Sioux Counties. Some of the services and programs we provide include:
* Babysitters Course
* Beyond Birth Education
* Bike Helmets
* Breastfeeding Resources
* Car Seat Program
* Child Health Screening
* CPR & First Aid
* Environmental Health Services
* H

ealth Maintenance
* Hep C
* HIV/AIDS
* Home Health
* Immunizations
* School Health Services
* Sharps Kiosk
* STIs
* Tobacco Prevention and Control
* Tuberculosis Testing
* WIC (Women, Infants, Children)
* Women’s Way

🩺 Every day matters, especially when it comes to your health.Screenings like Pap tests and mammograms can help detect ca...
06/20/2026

🩺 Every day matters, especially when it comes to your health.

Screenings like Pap tests and mammograms can help detect cancer early, when it’s most treatable.

If you’re unsure where to start, worried about cost, or just feeling overwhelmed, you’re not alone. Support is available.

💛 Women’s Way helps connect eligible individuals to breast and cervical cancer screenings and may help cover costs if you qualify.

If you live in Morton, Sioux, Grant, McLean, Mercer, Mountrail, or Oliver counties, Western Plains Public Health is here to help:
📞 701.667.3370
👉 Learn more: Women’s Way Program

Taking care of yourself today helps protect the days ahead. 💛

🌎 What does public health really mean for you and your community?(Hint: It’s more than you might think!)From clean water...
06/20/2026

🌎 What does public health really mean for you and your community?
(Hint: It’s more than you might think!)

From clean water to safe neighborhoods and beyond, public health touches every part of our lives...often in ways we don’t even notice.

🎥 Watch this quick video to see how it all connects:
👉 youtu.be/IR1EYwEiUfY

Because when our communities are healthy, we all thrive. 💚

06/19/2026

🎆 Celebrating? Let’s do it safely.

🚘 Have a Plan. Choose a Sober Ride. 🚫🍻

If you’re drinking or using substances, don’t drive. It only takes one impaired decision to change a life forever.

Make the safe choice:
✅ Plan ahead
✅ Designate a sober driver
✅ Use a rideshare or call someone you trust

Your safety and the safety of everyone else on the road...is worth it. Let’s keep our celebrations joyful, our roads safe, and our holidays regret-free.

😁 Make yourself a high priority and protect that beautiful smile!Here are some resources for the whole family! 🪥For kids...
06/19/2026

😁 Make yourself a high priority and protect that beautiful smile!

Here are some resources for the whole family! 🪥

For kids:
tinyurl.com/3vzhay93

For adults:
cdc.gov/oral-health/prevention

🌞🌿 Enjoying the Great Outdoors This Summer? Don't Forget Tick Protection! 🕷️With warmer weather here, many of us are spe...
06/19/2026

🌞🌿 Enjoying the Great Outdoors This Summer? Don't Forget Tick Protection! 🕷️

With warmer weather here, many of us are spending more time hiking, camping, gardening, and enjoying outdoor activities. While you're out making memories, be sure to protect yourself from ticks.
⚠️ Ticks can carry bacteria, viruses, and parasites that may cause serious illnesses. An infected tick can transmit disease through its bite, and anyone spending time in grassy, wooded, or brush-filled areas may be at risk.
📅 Tick season is typically at its peak from April through September, but tickborne diseases can occur any time of year.

Help reduce your risk:
✅ Use an EPA-registered insect repellent
✅ Wear long sleeves and pants when possible
✅ Check yourself, children, and pets for ticks after spending time outdoors
✅ Remove ticks promptly and properly

🔎 Learn more about tickborne diseases, symptoms, prevention tips, and proper tick removal:
👉 tinyurl.com/6xv7uv8v

Stay safe, stay informed, and enjoy the outdoors! 🌲☀️🐾

🚴‍♂️☀️ Get out and enjoy the sunshine...safely! ☀️🚴‍♀️Warmer weather means more time for biking, but is your child’s hel...
06/19/2026

🚴‍♂️☀️ Get out and enjoy the sunshine...safely! ☀️🚴‍♀️

Warmer weather means more time for biking, but is your child’s helmet a good fit?

We’re here to help! Kids can get properly fitted for a bike helmet by a nurse, plus you’ll receive helpful info on bike safety and rules of the road.

Helmets are available with a suggested donation of $15, and children must be accompanied by an adult.

📍 Set up an appointment at your local office:
Morton: 701.667.3370
Grant: 701.622.3591
Mercer: 701.873.4433

Learn more about helmet safety at bhsi.org 🚴‍♀️

Stay safe and ride smart!

🖤❤️💚 Juneteenth 💚❤️🖤Today we recognize Juneteenth, a day that commemorates freedom and honors reflection, learning, and ...
06/19/2026

🖤❤️💚 Juneteenth 💚❤️🖤

Today we recognize Juneteenth, a day that commemorates freedom and honors reflection, learning, and progress toward stronger, healthier communities for all.

From a public health perspective, Juneteenth is a reminder that many factors shape health and well-being, including access to resources, supportive environments, and opportunities to live, work, and thrive safely.

At Western Plains Public Health, we are committed to being a place where everyone is welcome. We work to support individuals and families through prevention, education, and services that help people make informed choices for their health.

Public health is rooted in the belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to live well and feel supported in their community.

Today we honor the meaning of the day and reaffirm our commitment to serving all members of our communities with respect and care. 🖤

Everyone is welcome.

🍷⚠️ Recognizing the Early Signs of Alcohol Concerns in Teens ⚠️🍷The early warning signs of an alcohol problem can someti...
06/18/2026

🍷⚠️ Recognizing the Early Signs of Alcohol Concerns in Teens ⚠️🍷

The early warning signs of an alcohol problem can sometimes be hard to recognize because they may look similar to typical teen behaviorslike mood changes, seeking independence, or shifts in friendships.

That’s why it’s important for parents and caregivers to stay informed and aware of patterns that may signal something more serious.

Learning the signs to look for can help you better support your teen early and reduce risk before a bigger problem develops.

📘 Learn more about warning signs and ways to reduce risk:
niaaaforteens.niaaa.nih.gov/signs-problem

Open, ongoing conversations and supportive relationships make a real difference in helping teens make healthy choices.

First-time moms ~ You don’t have to do this alone. 💕Nurse-Family Partnership of Missouri Valley offers so much more than...
06/18/2026

First-time moms ~ You don’t have to do this alone. 💕

Nurse-Family Partnership of Missouri Valley offers so much more than parenting tips. When you join NFP, you’re paired with a dedicated nurse who supports you through pregnancy and into early motherhood with personalized guidance, mental health check-ins, and real-life support along the way.

Those early months can feel overwhelming, but having someone in your corner can make a world of difference. You've got this! 💗

📲 Want to learn more? Text 701.391.7038

🧺🌞 Happy International Picnic Day! 🌞🧺Picnics are a great way to enjoy the outdoors, good company, and delicious food, bu...
06/18/2026

🧺🌞 Happy International Picnic Day! 🌞🧺

Picnics are a great way to enjoy the outdoors, good company, and delicious food, but warm weather also means it’s important to keep food safety in mind so the only thing you bring home are great memories.

Here are a few simple tips to help keep your picnic safe and enjoyable:

🧊 Keep cold foods cold (use coolers with ice or frozen gel packs)
🔥 Keep hot foods hot until serving time
🚫 Don’t leave food sitting out for more than 2 hours (1 hour if it’s very hot outside)
🧼 Wash hands or use hand sanitizer before eating
🍗 Keep raw meats separate from ready-to-eat foods
🥗 Pack foods in clean, sealed containers to avoid contamination
☀️ When in doubt, throw it out. Food safety is always worth it

A little planning goes a long way toward preventing foodborne illness so you can focus on enjoying your picnic safely with family and friends.

Have a fun and safe International Picnic Day! 🧺💚

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403 Burlington Street SE
Mandan, ND
58554

Opening Hours

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

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+17016673370

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