CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper-Natrona County Health Department is issuing updated booster doses of the Pfizer and Moderna COVID vaccine to eligible individuals at the Casper-Natrona County Health Department drive-thru (located directly across the street from the CNCHD office) on Saturday, Sept. 30 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Per FDA and CDC guidelines, the […]
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Wyoming’s 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Key things to know
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is free, confidential and always available.
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Natrona County health and food inspections (9/11/23–9/17/23)
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper-Natrona County Health Department inspects restaurants, grocery stores, convenience stores, mobile food units, commissaries, and food vending operations. Every facility has an unannounced inspection at least twice a year. According to the department, “There are three types of violations: priority, priority foundation and core.” While the department of health is looking […]
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Casper native shines light on suicide in Wyoming with new documentary
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger of harming themselves, please call 911. If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts, call the U.S. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or text “WYO” to 741-741 for the Crisis Text Line. CASPER, Wyo. — For Casper native and filmmaker Brooke Schmill, suicide is […]
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Rare bacterial infections reported in Wyoming
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — A rare, potentially serious bacterial infection known as leptospirosis has been recently diagnosed in several dogs and one human in Laramie County, according to the Wyoming Department of Health and the Wyoming Livestock Board. The human case is believed to be the state’s first on record. The affected person is an individual […]
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Report: Wyoming’s aging population is growing at a higher rate that state population
CASPER, Wyo. — Between 2010 and 2021, the aging population in Wyoming, which includes those ages 65 and over, increased 47% while the state’s total population grew just 2%, according to the 2023 Wyoming Healthy Aging Data Report. Published on Aug. 25, the report includes 23 county profiles, each with 130 healthy aging indicators and […]
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Reducing opioid use one ambulance ride at a time
Data show a 28% drop in opioid administrations following an alternative pain treatment training for Laramie County first responders.
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Wyoming Medical Center announces ambulance coloring contest
CASPER, Wyo. — Banner Wyoming Medical Center is reaching out to the young, talented minds of Natrona County elementary students for a fun opportunity. As the ambulance fleet is set to grow, students have the chance to influence the new ambulance’s design with their creative illustrations and essays. Detailed Contest Rules: Contest rules can be […]
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Better Wyoming to discuss healthcare challenges in Natrona and Converse counties
CASPER, Wyo. — Better Wyoming invites residents of Natrona and Converse counties to join a conversation discussing healthcare challenges and potential solutions in both their local regions and across the state, according to a press release by Better Wyoming. The discussion is set for 6–7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 19 at the Natrona County Extension […]
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Rising number of Wyoming West Nile virus cases includes Fremont County death
Cases have been reported in Campbell, Fremont, Goshen, Laramie, Natrona, Park, Platte, Sheridan and Washakie counties.
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Two decades of solidarity: Casper’s suicide prevention walk marks its 20th year
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger of harming themselves, please call 911. If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts, call the U.S. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or text “WYO” to 741-741 for the Crisis Text Line. CASPER, Wyo. — The 20th Annual Breaking the Silence: Suicide […]
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State wants expert witnesses kept out of abortion case
Plaintiff’s proposed witnesses — which include religious, medical and legal experts — shouldn’t be allowed, the state argues.
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3rd annual Brunch and Breast Health event set to raise awareness in Casper
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper-Natrona County Health Department is teaming up with other local health organizations for the 3rd Annual Brunch and Breast Health event during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In collaboration with the Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative, Casper Medical Imaging & Outpatient Radiology, and Wyoming Cancer Resources Region II, the event is aimed at […]
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Confirmed case of plague found in Albany County cat; WDH sends prevention reminders
CASPER, Wyo. — A confirmed case of the plague has been found in an Albany County cat and has prompted the Wyoming Department of Health to release prevention reminders. The Laramie-area cat is an indoor–outdoor pet and is known to hunt rodents. It is being treated and no human illnesses have been associated with the […]
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Wyoming likely no longer home to nation’s highest suicide rate
Initial estimates show Wyoming’s suicide rate slipped below Montana’s last year.
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Natrona County health and food inspections (8/28/23–9/3/23)
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper-Natrona County Health Department inspects restaurants, grocery stores, convenience stores, mobile food units, commissaries, and food vending operations. Every facility has an unannounced inspection at least twice a year. According to the department, “There are three types of violations: priority, priority foundation and core.” While the department of health is looking […]
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Sign up now for day of leadership, inspiration featuring local speakers
INSPIRE WYou Sept. 27 will focus on leadership, health and inspiration while offering participants a chance to network with like-minded people.
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Banquet honoring Wyoming workers for people with disabilities set in Casper
CASPER, Wyo. — An awards banquet to honor people who work with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities will take place in Casper. The ceremony will honor Direct Support Professionals from around the state and from numerous agencies, according to a news release. It’s held in conjunction with DSP recognition week, which runs from Sept. […]
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Firefighters’ Fill The Boot drive for muscular dystrophy returns this weekend
“The small handfuls of pocket change… have directly contributed to the development and approval of over a dozen new treatments for muscular dystrophy,” the release said.
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‘It was devastating’: Hospice grief counseling helps Casper mom move forward
CASPER, Wyo. — Dee Hardy is still processing the sudden loss of her son nearly five years ago. “There are no words in any language to describe how a parent feels when they lose a child,” she said, struggling to hold back tears. “I didn’t like the way I felt, I couldn’t make sense of […]
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Central Wyoming Hospice resumes Where Art Meets Grief support group
CASPER, Wyo. — The grief support group for children Where Art Meets Grief is set to resume in September, offering a special initiative tailored for anyone from age 6 to age 18, providing them an avenue to express their experiences of grief through art. Central Wyoming Hospice offered this support group in January as well […]
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Natrona County health and food inspections (8/21/23–8/27/23)
CASPER, Wyo. — The Casper-Natrona County Health Department inspects restaurants, grocery stores, convenience stores, mobile food units, commissaries, and food vending operations. Every facility has an unannounced inspection at least twice a year. According to the department, “There are three types of violations: priority, priority foundation and core.” While the department of health is looking […]
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CyberWyoming’s student challenge focuses on safeguarding internet-connected medical devices
CASPER, Wyo. — CyberWyoming Alliance has announced a challenge aimed at students in grades 6–12 to enhance their understanding of internet-connected medical devices and their protection. The initiative aims to promote cybersecurity awareness and equip Wyoming’s youth with valuable employability skills. The third annual Cyber-In-A-Box School Video Challenge focuses on the subject of medical internet […]
