There have been 73 reported cases of pertussis, or whooping cough, reported this year by North Dakota Health and Human Services. That compares to all of 2023, when 17 cases were reported in North Dakota. R&J News asked Sarah Kjono, public health director for Norman Mahnomen Public Health, if that trend is spreading in northwest…
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Tammy Carlsrud of Norman Mahnomen Public Health was a guest on the KRJB Kaleidoscope program to raise awareness for breast cancer, as October is breast cancer awareness month. Carlsrud shares some statistics pertaining to breast cancer, and explains why the disease is so prominent and why it receives so much recognition. Breast cancer awareness month…
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October is breast cancer awareness month, and whether you’re watching a sporting event or out and about you’re bound to see plenty of pink. Breast cancer awareness is the main focus of the month for many health organizations, and they’re always promoting things you can do to catch the disease early. Tammy Carlsrud of Norman-Mahnomen…
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October is just about here, and that means that you’re encouraged to start taking measures in preventing yourself from sickness. Tammy Carlsrud of Norman-Mahnomen Public Health says one step you can take is getting your flu shot. With the fall harvest among us, and an increased likelihood of outdoor mold Carlsrud also encourages you to…
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Kindergarteners at Ada-Borup-West Elementary School got a lesson about pedestrian and bicycle safety Wednesday. Kim Myers, wellness coordinator for Norman Mahnomen Public Health, talks about her work in the classroom. Myers says she’s a little surprised that more young children aren’t aware of basic safety for crossing the street. And while kindergarteners are a bit…
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With this week being National Child Passenger Safety Week, parents are being reminded about new Minnesota car seat safety laws that took effect August 1st. Brynna Knapp with AAA Minnesota Public Affairs says a five year study by AAA shows the benefits of child safety seats. One of Minnesota’s new laws is that a child…
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Kelsey Merkens of Norman Mahnomen Public Health was a guest on the KRJB Kaleidoscope on Monday. One topic that she discussed was child nutrition and how she’s seeing an increase in youth energy drink consumption. Merkens says parents and youth alike should avoid consuming energy drinks and she explained why. Merkens says another important aspect…
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While it may not feel like it, the 2024/2025 school year is fast approaching, and parents are encouraged to start getting their children ready for the year. Kelsey Merkens of Norman Mahnomen Public Health says one thing parents should start doing soon is getting their kids back on a healthy bedtime routine. Merkens says scheduling…
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Childhood lead exposure is on the rise, and Norman Mahnomen Public Health is encouraging parents to take steps and precaution to avoid potential cases of lead exposure. Sarah Kjono (Ch-oh-no) of Norman Mahnomen Public Health explains why we’re seeing a risk in lead childhood lead exposure cases, and the impact it can have. Kjono also…
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