FARGO CASS PUBLIC HEALTH Archives - Page 9 of 13

Fargo Cass Public Health offers drive-up immunization clinics

The immunizations clinics are open to anyone 11 and older.

June 1, 2020

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FARGO, N.D.–Fargo Cass Public Health is holding four drive-up clinics for anyone in the community looking to receive routine immunizations. The drive-up clinics will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on June 5, 11, 19 and 25. Patients will be required to wear a mask and remain in their vehicle throughout the entire appointment. Paperwork, insurance and payment…

Red River Valley COVID-19 Task Force Meets To Discuss Testing And Tracing

In Cass County, contact tracers are following 595 active cases and 12-hundred people.

May 27, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. – The Red River Valley COVID-19 task force was formed at the request of Governor Doug Burgum earlier this month. 13 partner organizations began working to determine how to best address the coronavirus and its impact on the community. “Since our locally generated testing matrix has been implemented, we’ve been able to focus our limited resources solely on…

West Fargo Public Schools to allow guests at graduations

Graduates will be allowed to bring two guests to their graduation ceremony.

May 27, 2020

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WEST FARGO, N.D. – One day after Fargo made changes, West Fargo is now allowing in-person graduation ceremonies. After receiving guidance from Fargo Cass Public Health and other healthcare providers, Sheyenne, West Fargo and Community High School will allow two guests with each graduate. School leaders are encouraging guests to wear masks and social distance. They also partnered with Essentia…

COVID-19 Testing Event at Fargodome Cancelled

May 4, 2020

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FARGO, N.D.–The COVID-19 mass testing event scheduled from 1 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Fargodome on Monday has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a shortage of testing supplies at the North Dakota Department of Health microbiology lab. Fargo Cass Public Health will provide information about future testing events on their website and social media platforms. Categories: Coronavirus,…

Second round of mass COVID-19 testing takes place at Fargodome

The goal of the two-day event is to test 1,000 people

May 3, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. — Mass testing for COVID-19 took place in both Gwinner and Fargo this afternoon. A total of 14 testing sites have been set up across North Dakota since the pandemic began. One by one, community members rolled into the Fargodome parking lot; each one waiting to take an oral COVID-19 test. 500 testing kits were available for close…

Fargo Cass Public Health Recommends Avoiding In-Person Gatherings During Upcoming Holidays

April 7, 2020

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FARGO, N.D.–Fargo Cass Public Health is urging people to continue taking social distancing measures and avoid in-person gatherings during upcoming holidays and celebrations. Even short visits with friends and family outside of the household can increase your risk of getting COVID-19. Fargo Cass Public Health Director Desi Fleming says, “This time of year, many “snowbirds” are returning to the area….

CDC Recommends the Use of Face Masks in Public Settings

April 6, 2020

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FARGO, N.D.–The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is recommending people wear face masks in public settings where social distancing may be difficult to maintain. The CDC says face masks are especially important in areas of significant community spread such as grocery stores and pharmacies. While the CDC is recommending the use of face masks, it is not recommending people…

WATCH: A United F-M Metro Against COVID-19

April 4, 2020

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FARGO, ND — The metro’s governments and health agencies released a three minute “A United Metro Against COVID-19” video. F-M leaders enforce the need for social distancing, hand washing and being aware of symptoms. Called United F-M Against COVID-19 is a collaboration to promote community, calm and preparedness in a unified manner in this video. Categories: Coronavirus, Health, Local…

MATBUS Relocates Downtown Hub, Begins Construction Project

April 2, 2020

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FARGO, N.D.–MATBUS is relocating its downtown hub to a new temporary location starting April 4. The new hub will be at the former Fargo Cass Public Health building located at 401 3 Avenue North. Jefferson Lines will also move to the new location. The current Ground Transportation Center is undergoing a major construction update to the building and parking lot….

ND Health Officials Want The Community To Keep Taking Basic Coronavirus Precautions

With the first death reported in the State, they say now more than ever it's important to flatten the curve

March 27, 2020

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NORTH DAKOTA – North Dakota Health Officials are stressing the importance of practicing basic safety precautions. “The guidance is the same, it’s just for people to be really vigilant about it. So, it’s those really good prevention practices. It’s that social distancing piece,” says Fargo Cass Public Health director Desi Fleming. They say when going out to do grocery shopping,…