WHD: Improvements to 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Continue

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The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) and its partners continue to improve 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline operations to enhance what’s available to help Wyoming residents. Two call centers within […]

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Sierra Stain Tattoo Pigments Recalled Due to Contamination

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Sierra Stain LLC is recalling three water-based tattoo pigments, because they are contaminated with high concentrations of microorganisms that present a health concern to consumers. Commonly reported symptoms of tattoo […]

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FDA Approves Updated COVID-19 Vaccines

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Although vaccines are not yet available to the public, earlier this week, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved and granted emergency use authorization (EUA) for updated mRNA COVID-19 […]

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Wyoming DEQ identifies harmful algae blooms at Sloan Lake

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A harmful cyanobacterial bloom (HCB) recreational use Bloom Advisory has been issued for a number of bodies of water around the state including Sloan Lake in Cheyenne. The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) works […]

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WDH ID’s First Human Case of West Nile in Wyoming, Offers Tips to Stay Safe

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Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) has identified its first human West Nile Virus (WNV) case this season in Goshen County. “Recent reports confirm the first human infection of West Nile […]

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White Coated Confectionaries sold in Wyoming recalled due to salmonella risk

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The FDA has announced that the Palmer Candy Company is recalling its “White Coated Confectionary Items” due to the potential of salmonella contamination. Salmonella is an organism that can cause […]

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