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Sunday, April 12, 2026 · Billings & Golden Valley Region
Opioid Prescriptions Varied Greatly Across U.S. in 2012: What Does It Mean for North Dakota?
A 2012 analysis revealed significant disparities in opioid painkiller prescription rates across different states. Health officials cite overprescribing as a major contributor to the U.S. prescription drug overdose crisis.
First U.S. Ebola Case: What it Means for North Dakota
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will hold a telebriefing concerning the first confirmed case of Ebola diagnosed within the United States. The briefing will provide updates on the ongoing investigation into the case.
Sunday, April 12, 2026
Easier Measles Shots on the Horizon? Microneedle Patch Could Simplify Vaccinations in North Dakota.
Researchers at Georgia Tech and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are developing a microneedle patch for measles vaccination. The patch aims to simplify vaccine administration and potentially improve accessibility.
Sunday, April 12, 2026
Federal Panel Recommends HPV Vaccine for Young Boys: What it Means for North Dakota Families
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) has issued a recommendation for routine HPV vaccination in males aged 11 to 12. The recommendation calls for a three-dose regimen targeting Human Papillomavirus (HPV).
Sunday, April 12, 2026
Medication Overdoses in Young Children: A Warning for North Dakota Families
A significant number of two-year-old children are admitted to U.S. emergency rooms each year after unintentionally overdosing on medications found in their homes. The unsupervised ingestion of medication is the primary cause.
Sunday, April 12, 2026
CDC Study: Rise in Imported Food Outbreaks Could Impact North Dakota Tables
A new study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests an increase in foodborne illness outbreaks connected to imported foods during 2009 and 2010. The research also indicates nearly half the outbreaks involved foods from previously unassociated regions.
Sunday, April 12, 2026
Mixed Bag for ND Teens: National CDC Survey Shows Declines in Fighting, Rise in Distracted Driving
A new CDC report indicates fewer high school students are smoking cigarettes and engaging in physical fights. However, the survey also highlights concerns about increased texting while driving.
Sunday, April 12, 2026
Pope Calls for Negotiation in U.S.-Israeli War in Iran; Potential Impact on North Dakota
Pope Leo XIV has urged political leaders to pursue peaceful negotiations to end the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran. The pontiff cited a "delusion of omnipotence" as a primary driver of the ongoing conflict. His comments mark his strongest stance yet on the situation.
Sunday, April 12, 2026
CDC Report Highlights Opioid Prescription Disparities; How Does North Dakota Compare?
A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report indicates substantial differences in opioid prescription rates among states. The 2012 data highlights a national total of 259 million opioid painkiller prescriptions.
Sunday, April 12, 2026
CDC Study Highlights Link Between Healthy Habits and Longevity; Impact for North Dakotans?
A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicates a correlation between healthy lifestyle habits and a longer lifespan. The study examined the impact of specific behaviors on life expectancy. Findings suggest adopting one or more healthy habits may contribute to increased longevity.
Sunday, April 12, 2026
North Dakota to Benefit from $613 Million Federal Investment in Public Health Emergency Preparedness
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced over $613 million in funding to improve public health emergency preparedness. The funds will be distributed across states, major cities, and U.S. territories. The goal is to strengthen capabilities for responding to various health crises.
Sunday, April 12, 2026
Lung Cancer Rates: Did North Dakota Follow National Decline?
A recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report indicates a decline in new lung cancer cases across many U.S. states between 1999 and 2008. The decrease was more significant among men than women, with incidence rates changing differently across geographic regions.
Sunday, April 12, 2026
North Dakota Health Officials Brace for Possible Severe Flu Season
Health agencies are bracing for a potential increase in influenza cases this year. Preparations build on experiences from the recent pandemic, which saw significant influenza-related hospitalizations and deaths.
Sunday, April 12, 2026
Sports-Related Brain Injuries in Young Athletes: What North Dakota Parents Need to Know
A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicates a rise in sports- and recreation-related traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) among young people. Emergency department visits for these injuries increased by 60% over the last ten years.
Sunday, April 12, 2026
Study Highlights Risk of Drug-Related Hospitalizations for Older Adults: Implications for North Dakota
A recent study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that nearly 100,000 older adults are hospitalized annually due to adverse drug events. The study, published in the New England Journal of Medicine, highlights the need for increased awareness and prevention efforts. The study's focus was adults in the United States, 65 years and older.
Sunday, April 12, 2026
Child Maltreatment Costs U.S. $124 Billion Annually: Understanding the Impact on North Dakota
Child abuse and neglect cost the United States an estimated $124 billion each year, according to a report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The figure represents the lifetime economic burden of cases confirmed in a single year. The study was published in the journal *Child Abuse and Neglect*.
Sunday, April 12, 2026