Carlton, Cook, Lake, St. Louis Community Health Board

09/24/2026

A call, a text, an attempt to reach out, that’s not a small thing. For some people, it's everything. Connection keeps people alive. Call, text, or chat: 988lifeline.org

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09/24/2026

Check in on people you care about. Talking is one of the best things we can do to get them through tough times. However, it can feel uncomfortable, daunting, or just plain awkward. The Roadmap to Friends Supporting Friends (https://www.thementalhealthcoalition.org/friends-supporting-friends-visible/) gives ideas on what support can look like and where to begin. ***dePreventionMonth

09/24/2026

The St. Louis County Su***de Prevention Coalition would love to hear from people who have placed a Kindness Campaign yard sign in their yard.  We’d like to learn why you chose to put up a sign and what the campaign means to you. Your response can be as simple or personal as you’d like. With...

09/17/2026

It's that time of year again!

Save the date our upcoming Community Connect on Thursday, October 22nd for from 10am-2pm at the Damiano Center in Duluth!

We will be providing a host of services such as STI testing, hair trims, and winter coat drive, and a free lunch!

Can't wait to see you there 😃

09/16/2026

Recovery is possible! Check out these stories of hope, healing, and recovery from substance misuse from people in St. Louis County.

Connection matters. Supportive family, friends, peers, neighbors, and community remind us that we are not alone. When we support one another, we create a community where more people can find hope, healing, and a path forward.

Explore the “Our Recovery, Our Community” campaign to hear stories of recovery from people in St. Louis County and learn more about their experiences and journeys by following this link: https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/4e3370567c4547e280799b88c90c4856

09/16/2026

September is National Su***de Prevention Month. Cook County Public Health and Human Services and WTIP North Shore Community Radio are reminding listeners that 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline is here for us when we need support for ourselves, a loved one, or friend. Anyone can call or text 988 or chat online at www.988Lifeline.org for free, confidential, non-judgmental help with whatever might be weighing you down, big or small.

September is National Su***de Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness, reducing stigma and sharing mental health resources. One of those resources is the 988 Su***de and Crisis Lifeline. Sept. 8 marked 988 Day, a national day of action led by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Ser...

09/15/2026

The BTH Survey conference will have a breakout session that digs into data about access to food.

The session will equip you to understand the BTH data, read it accurately, and even evaluate different data sources. The session will be interactive, and a chance to connect with others from your county who care about food access too.

Register today! Link in the bio or at www.bridgetohealthsurvey.org

09/08/2026

09/01/2026

Just in case you needed another reason to attend the Bridge to Health Survey conference... here it is! 8 CEU hours!

Please share with the nurses and social workers in your life!

Conference registration link in bio and at www.bridgetohealthsurvey.org. (Please indicate interest in CEUs at registration. )

08/05/2026

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Congratulations to the teams in Lake and Itasca Counties for being awarded a WIC Breastfeeding Award of Excellence for 2026—an outstanding accomplishment! This recognition reflects the dedication, commitment, and the meaningful support public health nursing teams provide to breastfeeding WIC participants every day.

The application process and award standards not only recognize excellence but also help strengthen local services by encouraging collaboration, referrals, and consistent, high-quality breastfeeding support across programs. Your efforts are making a meaningful difference, and this recognition is truly well deserved.

Learn more about WIC breastfeeding support!
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