Public Health Nursing

About Public Health Nursing

The Public Health Nursing division of CLCPH is also a section within the Community and Family Health Division of the Wyoming Health Department.

As a whole, public health nursing focuses on population health, with the intent to promote health and wellness, prevent disease, disability and premature death, and improve quality of life. Their practice emphasizes primary prevention with the goal of achieving health equity.

To protect and enhance the health and well-being of all Laramie County residents, and see that risks are identified and served, the PHN division focuses on:

  • Preventing the spread of disease
  • Preventing injuries
  • Promoting healthy behavior
  • Responding to disasters
  • Increasing access to health care

Recent News

Cheyenne Laramie County Public Health holding vaccine clinics for 5th and 6th grade students

February 26, 2026

Cheyenne Laramie County Public Health (CLCPH) will be in Laramie County elementary schools to provide vaccines to 5th and 6th grade students. Paperwork is sent home with students, which includes […]

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Wyoming Child’s Death Signals Influenza Seriousness

February 5, 2026

News from the Wyoming Department of Health: A recently reported flu-related death of a Fremont County child is a sad reminder that influenza can be a serious disease and should […]

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Voluntary Recall of Gerber Arrowroot Biscuits

January 29, 2026

Source: FDA Safety Recall – Gerber Arrowroot Biscuits Gerber has initiated a voluntary recall of limited batches of its Arrowroot Biscuits (5.5 oz). This action was taken out of an […]

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