Minnesota Department of Health

In the winter of 2024-2025, Minnesota saw an unusual surge of outbreaks of norovirus, the most common type of foodborne illness. The Minnesota Public Health Laboratory and epidemiologists from the Minnesota Department of Health leapt into action to analyze and address the outbreaks. https://lnkd.in/g3SP26iD

Did you see teal and purple lights around Minnesota last week? 💙💜 Buildings and bridges across the state were lit up to raise awareness about cytomegalovirus (CMV)–the most common infectious cause of birth defects and childhood hearing loss in the U.S. Swipe through to see some of the beautiful landmarks that helped start the conversation about CMV for National CMV Awareness Month. Then learn more at health.mn.gov/cmv. #CMVAwarenessMonth #LetsTalkAboutCMV

Did you see teal and purple lights around Minnesota last week? 💙💜 Buildings and bridges across the state were lit up to raise awareness about cytomegalovirus (CMV)–the most common infectious cause of birth defects and childhood hearing loss in the U.S. Swipe through to see some of the beautiful landmarks that helped start the conversation about CMV for National CMV Awareness Month. Then learn more at health.mn.gov/cmv. #CMVAwarenessMonth #LetsTalkAboutCMV

Stop Legionella before it spreads. Building owners and managers can take steps to reduce the risk of Legionella growth. #WaterWednesday #LegionellaControl https://lnkd.in/gn5TmN3f

Creating a supportive environment for transgender and nonbinary youth is essential to ensure they thrive. One way to do this is by respecting and honoring everyone’s pronouns. Learn how you can create safe, welcoming spaces for LGBTQI+ youth. #PrideMonth #MentalHealth https://lnkd.in/gQqMeyxi

📣 DEADLINE EXTENDED: There is still time to apply to be a part of the Minnesota Department of Health’s Health Care Affordability Advisory Task Force! The Task Force will advise on policies to slow health care cost growth and protect access to care. If you have lived or professional experience with affordability challenges, we encourage you to apply. Applications are being reviewed now and on a rolling basis. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply early! 📌 Deadline: June 22 🔗 Board/Commission details: https://lnkd.in/g82_zXM7

COVID-19 remains a major public health threat worldwide. The Minnesota Public Health Laboratory is continuing its cutting-edge work in tracking the variants of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes the disease. Only by staying on top of the virus’s mutations can we ensure that vaccines and other interventions will remain effective. https://lnkd.in/g-YJyspR

This Men’s Health Week, remember the importance of taking action for your own health. Regular screenings can help catch different cancers early, when treatment is most effective. Contact your health care provider today and schedule an appointment for health screenings, including for cancer. #MensHealthWeekMN #NationalMensHealthWeek #MinnesotaCancerAlliance

Please join us in recognizing our rural health awardees at the 25th Minnesota Rural Health Conference in Duluth! The Minnesota Rural Health Awards are awarded annually in recognition of significant contributions to improving health for rural Minnesotans. Award recipients are announced on National Rural Health Day each November. 2024 Minnesota Rural Health Awardees Hero Provider Award: Dr. John Schmitz Hero Practitioner Award: Maureen “Mo” Spike Team Award: Sawtooth Mountain Clinic’s Oral Health Task Force Lifetime Achievement Award: Penny Messer Every year on National Rural Health Day, the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health honors an individual or group from each state that has made an outstanding contribution to improving rural health. Minnesota’s 2024 Community Star was Mark Schoenbaum, retired, long-time director of the Office of Rural Health and Primary Care. We hope to see you at the conference on June 9-10! Register and view the full conference agenda today at https://lnkd.in/g632WjAJ

Don’t miss this exciting panel discussion at the upcoming Minnesota Rural Health Conference in Duluth! State Leadership in Rural Public Health: Reflections from 25 Years of Minnesota Commissioners Join us as current and former Minnesota Health Commissioners will reflect on their leadership challenges and provide insights for sustaining rural leadership in today's evolving health care landscape. We hope to see you at the conference on June 9-10. Not registered yet? You still have time! Register and view the full conference agenda today at https://lnkd.in/gh9SAM9x