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  • Governor Gianforte, DPHHS Invest $7 Million to Support Child Care Workforce

    MT Department of Public Health and Human Services|May 4, 2022

    Ahead of Child Care Appreciation Day this Friday, the Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) and Governor Greg Gianforte today announced a $7 million investment in workforce incentive funding for child care providers and staff. “Through the consistent, quality care they provide, Montana’s child care professionals support the healthy growth and development of our young kids, hardworking Montana families, and our growing economy,” Gov. Gianforte said. “After making significant investments over the last year to stabilize our chi...

  • JUUL, A Popular E-Cigarette, Has Hit Montana

    Department of Public Health and Human Services|Nov 7, 2018

    JUUL, among other e-cigarettes, is addicting a whole new generation of Montana youth to nicotine. State health officials are sending an urgent message about the dangers of JUUL, a type of e-cigarette, and especially its impact to Montana’s youth. Department of Public Health and Human Services Director Sheila Hogan said a 2018 study published in the Tobacco Control journal found that most JUUL users (63%) are unaware that the product contains nicotine. She said one JUUL pod is equivalent to a pack of cigarettes, or 200 cigarette puffs. ...

  • DPHHS Offers 'Health in the 406' Messages

    Department of Public Health and Human Services|Feb 3, 2016

    The Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) is introducing a new series of health messages called Health in the 406 that will focus on various public health topics designed to raise awareness and help Montanans live healthier lives. There are numerous important public health issues that impact all of us, and the goal is to shed some light on those key areas where Montana is doing well, but also where improvements can be made, said State Medical Officer Dr. Greg Holzman. “Our state and local health departments, worksites, non-gove...

  • DPHHS Offers Holiday Food Safety Tips

    Department of Public Health and Human Services|Dec 3, 2014

    Food is an important part of many holiday celebrations. The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) offers these reminders to help ensure the holiday season is free of illness from food. “Following these basic turkey tips will go a long way in making sure your family and friends are served safe food during holiday season,” said DPHHS Director Richard Opper. The Turkey Purchasing the Turkey ·Be prepared! Before purchasing your turkey, make ample space in your refrigerator, moving shelves if necessary. Keeping your turk...