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COVID-19 Vaccination Appointments - March 17th, 2021
Now vaccinating everyone age 16 and up for COVID-19!

North Dakota COVID-19 Vaccine Locator - January 28th, 2021
Where can you find the COVID vaccine in your area? Find the link here!

Want to be tested for COVID-19? - January 6th, 2021
Find testing events open to the public, information on how to pre-register and the State link for questions about your results.

Questions About the Covid-19 Vaccine? - December 11th, 2020
Find answers about the Covid -19 vaccine by checking out these great resources.

Trinity Health in Minot is now offering BAM treatments for COVID - February 3rd, 2021
Have you recently tested positive for COVID-19 and have a medical condition that puts you at a higher risk for serious complications?

CDC Covid-19 Recommendations for the Holidays - December 18th, 2020
The safest way to celebrate winter holidays is at home with the people who live with you. Travel and gatherings with family and friends who do not live with you can increase your chances of getting or spreading COVID-19 or the flu.

ND Physicians Offer Pandemic Health Advice - November 19th, 2020
Last month, over 150 North Dakota physicians signed a letter offering citizens advice in handling the COVID-19 pandemic.

Board of Health to meet 11/19 - November 16th, 2020
The First District Health Unit Board of Health will be meeting November 19, 2020.

*UPDATE* New Requirements Across the State Beginning November 14., 2020 - November 13th, 2020
Governor Burgum announced new requirements for businesses, gatherings and masks, delays winter activities including most sports. Read more here....

Register for COVID testing HERE - November 12th, 2020
You must register before getting tested by First District Health Unit.

Smart Restart Guidelines - November 3rd, 2020
Looking for the North Dakota's Smart Restart Guidelines? Start here.

COVID Close Contacts - November 3rd, 2020
Have you been told you are a close contact to someone with COVID-19? Here's what to do.

Board of Health Today - November 2nd, 2020
FDHU Board of Health will meet today at 2:00 via video.

Can you get too much Vitamin D? - November 2nd, 2020
Vitamin D plays several roles in keeping your body's cells healthy and functioning the way they should. In North Dakota, most people don't get enough vitamin D, so supplements are common. However, it is possible for this vitamin to build up and reach toxic levels in your body. So how much is too much? Find your answers on this Vitamin D Fact Sheet from the National Institutes on Health.

Council directs Mayor to issue citywide Mask Mandate - October 20th, 2020
On October 19th, 2020 Mayor Shaun Sipma issue a citywide mask mandate. Wearing and caring for your mask properly is essential when masking up.