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Wyoming Department of Health recommends boosters …

The Wyoming Department of Health made these recommendations Friday, October 22, following approval for boosters from the FDA and CDC. Christine Porter, a University of Wyoming public health expert, said vaccines are effective at avoiding the worst outcomes of a COVID-19 diagnosis. "Vaccines are not to prevent disease, per se," Porter said.

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Wyoming Department of Health offers live interactive …

WebNow any Wyomingite over 50 can take free live, interactive classes online. The Wyoming Department of Health has partnered with the Get Set Up digital education …

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Wyoming county experiencing the worst outbreak of …

WebSublette County Public Health holds bi-weekly drive-through COVID vaccine clinics in efforts to boost vaccination numbers. They have vaccinated 80 to 90 people a …

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Wyoming Medical Center CEO says vaccine mandates are …

WebThe health care representatives testified during the special legislative session which is discussing banning vaccine mandates like the one Banner Health …

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As funding for mental health services in Wyoming is …

WebDemple pointed to the Department of Health’s budget. “One of the big single investments is the mental health substance abuse …

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The Wyoming Department of Health is looking for

WebThe Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) is conducting a state health improvement plan for the first time. They're asking the public to help them narrow down …

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Wyoming’s rural hospitals are facing adversity but remain …

WebWyoming’s rural hospitals provide medical treatment to rural communities across the Cowboy State. But many of them are experiencing difficulties in providing …

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Wyoming’s suicide rate falls for the first time in four years

WebThe data comes from the Wyoming Department of Health’s Vital Statistics Services. It also showed that about 72 percent of suicide deaths in 2022 were due to …

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Retired Cody doctors lead an effort to get more people …

WebRetired Cody, Wyoming family physician Dr. Greg McCue says the current pace of the virus could seriously affect patient care. He's taking his time to recruit …

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State Launches 'WY We Talk' Campaign During Mental …

WebIn response, the Wyoming Association of Sheriffs and Chiefs of Police have partnered with health organizations throughout the state to launch a new campaign. WY …

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Wyoming Department Of Health Suggests Changes To Redesign …

WebOn Wednesday, Aug. 25, the Wyoming Department of Health presented a proposalto redesign the state-funded behavioral health system.. This past legislative session, …

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A new clinic in Gillette is seeking to change the healthcare scene in

WebHoskinson Health and Wellness Clinic opens in part next week and will offer their full array of healthcare services beginning in December. It seeks to provide a level …

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Wyoming Dept. Of Health Official Explains The

WebStefan Johansson (R) the Deputy Director of the Wyoming Department of Health. After finally passing the Wyoming House of Representatives this year, a …

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HIV diagnoses are on the rise in Wyoming Wyoming Public Media

WebWyoming saw a sharp increase in HIV diagnoses last year, affecting both gay and straight individuals. According to the Wyoming Department of Health, there …

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New report: Wyoming children face high rates of depression, anxiety

WebA new report finds that kids in Wyoming do better on most metrics than kids in other states. But those children are more likely to experience mental health problems …

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‘I feel heartbroken’: Jacksonites concerned about future of …

WebThis fall, access to women’s health care in Jackson got a jolt. Three-decade institution, the Women’s Health and Family Care clinic, announced it’s closing later this …

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Enrollment is open for ACA health plans. Here's what's to know …

WebKFF Health News, formerly known as Kaiser Health News (KHN), is a national newsroom that produces in-depth journalism about health issues and is one of …

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Volunteers of America is building crisis stabilization facilities in

WebThe facilities will allow Volunteers of American to provide additional services and enhance their existing ones as the demand for them has risen. These include mental …

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Abortion access returns to Jackson — for now

WebJackson will once again be home to one of the state’s only abortion providers. On Tuesday, Feb. 6, Dr. Katie Noyes confirmed she’s offering pregnancy-ending …

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New Air Ambulance Membership Regulation Goes Into Effect But

WebA new state law allows the Wyoming State Insurance Commission to regulate the Wyoming air ambulance membership organizations. Consumers pay for air …

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Sublette County receives federal dollars to build its first and only

WebSublette County received federal money to move forward with construction of a hospital later this summer. It is the last county in the state to not have a hospital.. The …

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Sublette County gets funding to start construction on its first

WebSublette County is the only county in the state without a hospital but the community is trying to change that. Back in November of 2020, voters approved the …

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