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|Jun 3, 2026
Environmental Health Director, Public Information Officer, Richland County Health Department The Richland County Health Department and partners will be conducting the county-wide door-to-door Community Health Assessment on Tuesday, June 9, between 8 a.m. and 7p.m. Volunteers to conduct the assessment are needed. Let’s walk, talk, and make a difference! Volunteers will be walking in designated neighborhoods within Richland County to collect survey information from residents. Volunteers will not be entering residences and will not be asking f...
Stephanie Ler|May 27, 2026
The Richland County Health Department and partners will be conducting the county-wide door-to-door Community Health Assessment on Tuesday, June 9, between 8 a.m. and 7p.m. Volunteers to conduct the assessment are needed. Let’s walk, talk, and make a difference! Volunteers will be walking in designated neighborhoods within Richland County to collect survey information from residents. Volunteers will not be entering residences and will not be asking for personal information. Volunteers will be placed in teams of two. Volunteers are preferred t...
Stephanie Ler|May 20, 2026
The Richland County Health Department and partners will be conducting the county-wide door-to-door Community Health Assessment on Tuesday, June 9, between 8 a.m. and 7p.m. Volunteers to conduct the assessment are needed. Let’s walk, talk, and make a difference! Volunteers will be walking in designated neighborhoods within Richland County to collect survey information from residents. Volunteers will not be entering residences and will not be asking for personal information. Volunteers will be placed in teams of two. Volunteers are preferred t...
Stephanie Ler|Feb 11, 2026
Environmental Health Director, Public Information Officer, Richland County Health Department An 8-hour Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) ServSafe course will be held March 13 at the Dawson County Courthouse, Glendive. The course is taught by former Registered Sanitarian Kevin Pena. The cost of the course is $160, which includes a textbook and answer sheet to complete the CFPM exam on that same day. Participants must register and pay no later than Feb. 13. Registration caps at 35 people. Lunch will be on your own, but some snacks and...
Stephanie Ler|Jan 28, 2026
An 8-hour Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) ServSafe course will be held March 13 at the Dawson County Courthouse, Glendive. The course is taught by former Registered Sanitarian Kevin Pena. The cost of the course is $160, which includes a textbook and answer sheet to complete the CFPM exam on that same day. Participants must register and pay no later than Feb. 13. Registration caps at 35 people. Lunch will be on your own, but some snacks and beverages will be provided. To register for this course, contact Kevin directly at...
Stephanie Ler|Sep 24, 2025
As we age, our immune system wanes, reducing our ability to fight infection and increasing our likelihood of being hospitalized for the respiratory flu. High dose flu vaccine helps folks 65 and older fight the flu, but what does “high dose” mean, and how do I know if I should get it? The high dose flu vaccine contains a higher dose of the component that stimulates the immune system, called the antigen, than the standard or “regular” flu vaccine. According to the Mayo Clinic, high dose flu vaccines help prevent flu-related hospitalizations and c...
Stephanie Ler|Sep 17, 2025
A growing body of evidence shows that getting your annual flu shot, the vaccine meant to protect you against the seasonal influenza virus and serious complications related to influenza infection, can lower your risk of heart attack and stroke. A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine in 2018 found that the inflammation that occurs during a case of the flu can trigger a heart attack. More recent evidence suggests that the widespread inflammation can rupture the buildup of cholesterol in the vessel walls, which can cause the...
Stephanie Ler|Feb 19, 2025
Richland County saw 53 total positive cases of influenza during the month of January alone, with the majority of cases in those under 40 years old. While seasonal influenza is notorious for causing serious symptoms in the elderly population, this year’s case numbers show that younger folks have not dodged infection. According to case counts, of the 53 total cases in January, 75% of cases were in individuals 40 years or younger. Case counts for those ages 0 to 10 and 19 to 40 were more than double the number of cases in those over 65 years of a...
Stephanie Ler|Jan 1, 2025
An 8-hour Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) ServSafe course will be held Jan. 17, at the Dawson County Courthouse, Glendive. The course is taught by former Registered Sanitarian Kevin Pena. The cost of the course is $160, which includes a textbook and answer sheet to complete the CFPM exam on that same day. Participants must register and pay no later than Jan. 3 when registration ends. Registration caps at 35 people. Lunch will be on your own, but some snacks and beverages will be provided. To register for this course, contact Kevin...
Stephanie Ler|Dec 18, 2024
An 8-hour Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) ServSafe course will be held Jan. 17, at the Dawson County Courthouse, Glendive. The course is taught by former Registered Sanitarian Kevin Pena. The cost of the course is $160, which includes a textbook and answer sheet to complete the CFPM exam on that same day. Participants must register and pay no later than Jan. 3. Registration caps at 35 people. Lunch will be on your own, but some snacks and beverages will be provided. To register for this course, contact Kevin directly at...
Stephanie Ler|Sep 18, 2024
A growing body of evidence shows that getting your annual flu shot, the vaccine meant to protect you against the seasonal influenza virus and serious complications related to influenza infection, can lower your risk of heart attack and stroke. A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine in 2018 found that the inflammation that occurs during a case of the flu can trigger a heart attack. More recent evidence suggests that the widespread inflammation can rupture the buildup of cholesterol in the vessel walls, which can causes the form...
Stephanie Ler|May 8, 2024
The Richland County Health Department is encouraging families to check their vaccination records during the month of May. Outbreaks of measles and other vaccine-preventable diseases are cropping up across the U.S. To be clear, there are no measles cases in Montana. However, now is a great time for families to ensure that they are up-to-date on recommended vaccines, including measles. Measles is a highly contagious viral illness that can lead to severe health complications, like pneumonia, encephalitis and death. Infection is characterized by...
Stephanie Ler|Apr 10, 2024
An 8-hour Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) ServSafe course will be held May 17 at the Dawson County Courthouse, Glendive. The course is taught by former Registered Sanitarian Kevin Pena. The cost of the course is $160, which includes a textbook and answer sheet to complete the CFPM exam on that same day. Participants must register and pay no later than April 26. Registration caps at 35 people. Lunch will be on your own, but some snacks and beverages will be provided. To register for this course, contact Kevin directly at...
Stephanie Ler|Nov 1, 2023
The Richland County Health Department is now offering the updated COVID-19 vaccine by appointment at regular vaccine clinics. The updated vaccine covers the COVID-19 variant that has caused most infections in 2023. The vaccine protects against COVID-19 only, and does not contain flu vaccine or any other vaccine. The Health Department carries Moderna vaccine for people aged six months and older. The vaccine is largely covered by insurance, though it is the client’s responsibility to contact their insurance to determine coverage. Both Medicare a...
Stephanie Ler|Sep 27, 2023
The Richland County Health Department’s annual Mass Flu Shot Clinic continues as a drive-thru format, scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 28, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at the Richland County Fire Hall, Sidney. The Drive-Thru Clinic will serve adults only, and offers both regular and high-dose flu shots. No other shots will be given during the clinic. No appointment is needed. Flu shots cannot be given to those who have animals in their vehicles. Children may be in the vehicle, but may not receive flu shots. Follow traffic signs to enter the fire hall from...
Stephanie Ler|Sep 20, 2023
As we age, our immune system wanes, reducing our ability to fight infection and increasing our likelihood of being hospitalized for the respiratory flu. High dose flu vaccine helps folks 65 and older fight the flu, but what does “high dose” mean, and how do I know if I should get it? The high dose flu vaccine contains a higher dose of the component that stimulates the immune system, called the antigen, than the standard or “regular” flu vaccine. According to the Mayo Clinic, high dose flu vaccines help prevent flu-related hospitalizations and c...
Stephanie Ler|Sep 13, 2023
There are so many myths about the flu and the flu shot all over the internet, so in preparation for the Drive Thru Mass Flu Shot Clinic at the Richland County Fire Hall on Thursday, Sept. 29, we’ve busted a few myths wide open. Many people claim they avoid the flu shot because it makes them sick. However, flu shot vaccine does not contain any live virus, so it actually can’t make you sick with the flu. The vaccine contains inactivated virus, which means that once it’s in your body, your immune system can learn to respond to components of the v...
Stephanie Ler|Sep 6, 2023
The Richland County Health Department’s annual Mass Flu Shot Clinic continues as a drive-thru format, scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 28, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at the Richland County Fire Hall, Sidney. The Drive-Thru Clinic will serve adults only, and offers both regular and high-dose flu shots. No other shots will be given during the clinic. No appointment is needed. Flu shots cannot be given to those who have animals in their vehicles. Children may be in the vehicle, but may not receive flu shots. Follow traffic signs to enter the fire hall from...
Stephanie Ler|Oct 5, 2022
The Richland County Health Department is now offering bivalent COVID-19 booster vaccine by appointment at regular vaccine clinics. The bivalent booster vaccine covers the original strain of COVID-19, as well as the more recent Omicron variant. To be eligible for the new booster, you must have completed the primary, two-dose series of Moderna, Novavax or Pfizer, or one dose of Janssen (Johnson & Johnson) and be at least two months from your last dose of vaccine. Moderna is available for those 18 and older, and Pfizer is available for those 12...
Stephanie Ler|Sep 21, 2022
The Richland County Health Department’s annual Mass Flu Shot Clinic continues as a drive-thru format, scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 29, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at the Richland County Fire Hall in Sidney. The Drive-Thru Clinic will serve adults only, and offers both regular and high-dose flu shots. No other shots will be given during the clinic. No appointment is needed. Flu shots cannot be given to those who have animals in their vehicles. Children may be in the vehicle, but may not receive flu shots. Follow traffic signs to enter the Fire Hall fro...
Stephanie Ler|Sep 21, 2022
There are so many myths about the flu and the flu shot all over the internet, so in preparation for the Drive Thru Mass Flu Shot Clinic at the Richland County Fire Hall on Thursday, Sept. 29, we’ve busted a few myths wide open. Many people claim they avoid the flu shot because it makes them sick. However, flu shot vaccine does not contain any live virus, so it actually can’t make you sick with the flu. The vaccine contains inactivated virus, which means that once it’s in your body, your immune system can learn to respond to components of the v...
Stephanie Ler|Sep 14, 2022
The Richland County Health Department has held a mass flu shot clinic at the start of each flu season for the last 15 years, all of which have been made possible by hundreds of community volunteers. Making the 2021 Drive-Thru Flu Shot Clinic run smoothly took the work of 45 total volunteers and staff, which included 7 volunteer nurses, 17 support volunteers, 18 Health Department staff, and 3 AmeriCorps members, and logistical support from Disaster and Emergency Services and Richland County Public Works. A total of 400 doses of flu vaccine were...
Stephanie Ler|Sep 7, 2022
The Richland County Health Department’s annual Mass Flu Shot Clinic continues as a drive-thru format, scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 29, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at the Richland County Fire Hall in Sidney. The Drive-Thru Clinic will serve adults only, and offers both regular and high-dose flu shots. No other shots will be given during the clinic. No appointment is needed. Flu shots cannot be given to those who have animals in their vehicles. Children may be in the vehicle, but may not receive flu shots. Follow traffic signs to enter the Fire Hall fro...
Stephanie Ler|Jul 27, 2022
The Richland County Health Department expects to run out of free home COVID-19 test kits by early September. The department received 2300 home test kits in January and has distributed them to the community in the last several months. The remaining home COVID-19 tests have an extended expiration date of Sept. 30. The tests are located in the lobby of the Community Services Building, 1201 W. Holly, Sidney. They are free to the public, and available until gone. The Health Department will update our Facebook page when all tests have been...
Stephanie Ler|Jul 6, 2022
The Richland County Health Department is now offering COVID vaccine for ages 6 months and older by appointment at regular vaccinations clinics. The pediatric Moderna vaccine is a two-dose series, with four weeks between the two doses. Regular vaccination clinic hours are Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. by appointment, as well as the second Wednesday of each month until 6 p.m., and the third Thursday from 1-4 p.m. All times are MDT. For questions or to make an appointment for a COVID vaccine or other vaccination, call the...