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Ben Spencer, City-County Health Department

Montana Tobacco Use Prevention Program

Montana Tobacco Use Prevention Program

Breathe better, live better! The mission of the Montana Tobacco Use Prevention Program (MTUPP) is to address the public health crisis caused by the use of all forms of commercial tobacco and nicotine products. MTUPP works to eliminate tobacco use, especially among young people. Through statewide programs and policies, it

Measles Exposure Event and Updated Vaccine Recommendation

Measles Exposure Event and Updated Vaccine Recommendation

As of June 3, 2025, seventeen Montana measles cases have been confirmed in Gallatin, Flathead, Yellowstone, and Hill Counties. Although no cases have been confirmed in Cascade County residents at this time, a confirmed exposure event occurred when an infected resident of another county visited a Great Falls business location.

Great Falls Salmonella Cases

Great Falls Salmonella Cases

Several Salmonella cases have been identified in Great Falls, beginning October 30, 2024. As of November 12, 2024, six students at Sacajawea and Valley View elementary schools, one staff member at another school, and one person with no school connections have been identified. The Cascade City-County Health Department (CCHD)

City-County Health Department Announces 2024 Immunization Clinics

City-County Health Department Announces 2024 Immunization Clinics

Due to forecasts of rain and wind, the annual drive-thru immunization clinic on Wednesday, September 18 has been changed to a walk-in clinic. The clinic will take place in Exhibition Hall of the Montana ExpoPark (fairgrounds). Accommodations will be made for any individuals who are unable to exit