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Drug Abuse Playing Larger Role in Demand for Foster Care
BISMARCK, N.D. – The U.S. Senate is recognizing Thursday as National Foster Parent Appreciation Day. About 1,400 children in North Dakota …
Safety Tips for the Road on Busy Memorial Day Weekend
FARGO, N.D. - North Dakotans will join folks from across the country gearing up for vacations this Memorial Day weekend. Nearly 42 million Americans …
Addiction Counselor: Road to Recovery Includes Families
FARGO, N.D. -- September is National Recovery Month, and health professionals are focusing on the power of families and communities for people on the …
Plan Ahead, Eat Healthy to Avoid Summer Weight Gain
BISMARCK, N.D. – There's still a lot more of summer to go, and health experts have some tips for those who are going to spend time away from …
CDC Study Shows Higher Tobacco Use among Native Americans
BISMARCK, N.D. - A report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said some racial and ethnic groups have much higher smoking rates than …
"Stop Overdose" Campaign Highlights Heroin, Opioid Abuse in ND
GRAND FORKS, N.D. - Health experts host a community meeting today in Grand Forks to talk about the growing problems of prescription drug and heroin …
ND Tobacco Tax-Hike Petition Could Get the OK This Week
BISMARCK, N.D. - A move to raise North Dakota's cigarette taxes could be a step closer to getting onto the November ballot this week. North Dakota …
Talking to Children about Alcohol before Their First Sip
BISMARCK, N.D. – With alcohol being the substance most frequently abused by children and adolescents in the U.S., parents are being urged to …
E-Cigarette Use Now Tops Regular Cigarettes for Young People
BISMARCK, N.D. - E-cigarette use among young people in North Dakota and across the U.S. is topping regular cigarettes. The Centers for Disease …
Keep It Out of Reach: Poison Prevention Week in North Dakota
BISMARCK, N.D. - As National Poison Prevention Week continues, local experts say some simple steps around the home can help reduce the chances of …
Early Treatment Key for Eating Disorders: Don't Ignore the Signs
FARGO, N.D. – Like many other conditions, when it comes to eating disorders, early intervention is key to recovery for those struggling with …
Another Reason to Quit: Study Attributes More Deaths to Smoking
BISMARCK, N.D. - While many of the dangers of smoking have been well known for some time, new research shows the consequences may be larger and …