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State health officials are raising awareness about the health risks associated with raising backyard birds. Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) epidemiologist Rachel Hinnenkamp said that while raising backyard birds has become an increasingly popular activity in the state, there are health risks to be aware of. She said live poultry can carry germs such as Salmonella and Campylobacter, which can cause humans to get sick with symptoms including diarrhea, stomach pain, fever, and sometimes vomiting. “Healthy poultry, i...
Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) Director Charlie Brereton today announced the agency is now accepting proposals online for a $10 million, one-time grant program aimed at increasing residential bed capacity for congregate community living providers who primarily serve individuals living with a serious mental illness or developmental disability diagnosis. “We’re thrilled to announce that the application portal is now live for the first round of BHSFG funding,” Dir. Brereton said. “We encourage eligible health care provide...
The Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) will honor Montana centenarians during the 54th annual Governor’s Conference on Aging on October 3, 2023. The annual conference will take place at the Holiday Inn Convention Center in Great Falls. Centenarians will be honored during a noon luncheon. DPHHS is asking Montanans who will turn age 100 as of December 31, 2023, or those who are already over the age of 100 to submit their name and a brief profile. “This is an excellent opportunity to honor Montana centenarians and to celeb...
