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Measles cases rise to seven in Gallatin County, vaccination clinic planned for April 30

Measles cases in Gallatin County have risen to seven, with two new cases linked to household exposure. Thankfully, there's no evidence of community transmission or exposure at schools and daycares.

Gallatin County, MT · 2025-04-29
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Fairfield Sun Times

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Gallatin County OKs rules for new septic systems near 'impaired' streams

Gallatin County officials approved changes to the health code earlier this week to require new septic systems near impaired streams to be built to a higher level of treatment. The code changes require new or expanded septic systems to add another level of treatment that would reduce the amount of nitrate discharged into groundwater in areas that drain into one of the county’s 29 impaired streams. At higher concentrations, nitrate can cause algal blooms in waterways and can increase cancer risk in humans.

Gallatin County, MT · 2025-04-25
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NBCMontana

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Madison Valley Medical Center supports amended Senate Bill 260

BOZEMAN, Mont. — An ongoing dispute between Ennis and Big Sky reached a resolution this week. Through petitions, hearings and lawsuits, Madison County residents of Big Sky worked to form their own wellness district for over a year, arguing services at the Madison Valley Medical Center, funded by their tax dollars, are inaccessible.

Big Sky, MT · 2025-04-24
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In Response to Gallatin County Outbreak, Flathead County Bolsters Public Resources About Measles

With measles having migrated to Montana, the Flathead County Health Department has upped its tactics to help field questions from the community, including a self-assessment tool and a prerecorded measles-specific information phone line. So far, Montana has five confirmed cases that are isolated to Gallatin County in “children and adults...

Flathead County, MT · 2025-04-24
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New report finds Helena area averages 10 days of unhealthy air a year

A recent report from the American Lung Association ranked the Helena area 20th in the nation for short-term air particle pollution in the air.

Helena, MT · 2025-04-23

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Gallatin City-County Health Department hosts vaccine clinics for measles

BOZEMAN, Mont. – The Gallatin City-County Health Department is taking action to prevent the spread of measles after five cases were confirmed in the county last week. The department is prioritizing public safety by sharing information and hosting vaccination clinics. Health officials emphasized the contagious nature of the virus...

Gallatin County, MT · 2025-04-22

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Hill County Health Department recommends Measles vaccines in children, adults.

(Havre) As previously reported by New Media Broadcasters, five cases of Measles have been confirmed in Gallatin County as of last week. New Media Broadcasters spoke with Hill County Health Officer Kim Berg about what folks in our area can do to protect themselves from the Measles virus. “We’ve been...

Hill County, MT · 2025-04-22

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Gallatin City-County Health Department hosts vaccine clinics for measles

The Gallatin City-County Health Department is taking swift action after confirming five measles cases last week. Vaccination clinics are being set up to protect the community, with events at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds and Three Forks Ambulance Bay.

Gallatin County, MT · 2025-04-22

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As measles hits Montana, vaccine advocates urge people to get their shots

As of 2025, Montana has seen five cases of the measles, and over 170 cases of pertussis. Montana vaccine advocates correlate those rising rates with declining immunization rates across the US.

Montana · 2025-04-19

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Big Sky, Ennis leaders agree to ‘win-win’ terms as SB 260 gains traction

Eight-year transition period would support Ennis hospital as Big Sky begins to collect its own hospital district taxes. The Madison Valley Hospital District and Big Sky Wellness Coalition—led by the Big Sky Resort Area District—have agreed to terms that would outline the future of health care services between the Big Sky and Ennis communities.

Ennis, MT · 2025-04-17

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Measles cases rise to seven in Gallatin County, vaccination clinic planned for April 30

Measles cases in Gallatin County have risen to seven, with two new cases linked to household exposure. Thankfully, there's no evidence of community transmission or exposure at schools and daycares.

Gallatin County, MT · 2025-04-29

Fairfield Sun Times

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Gallatin City-County Health Department hosts vaccine clinics for measles

The Gallatin City-County Health Department is taking swift action after confirming five measles cases last week. Vaccination clinics are being set up to protect the community, with events at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds and Three Forks Ambulance Bay. Locations.

Gallatin County, MT · 2025-04-22

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Expert urges vaccination after measles confirmed in Montana

GALLATIN COUNTY, Mont. — Following the announcement of a measles outbreak in Montana, health officials confirm the five cases in Gallatin County include three minors and two adults. All five cases are currently being investigated and health officials report they are working on contact tracing and identifying other potential...

Gallatin County, MT · 2025-04-18

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Five years later, COVID 'hangover' still lingers in Bozeman, Gallatin County

It was more than five years ago, in February 2020, when a person who had recently travelled to mainland China called ahead to Bozeman Health Deaconess Regional Medical Center and informed staff they were sick and were on their way to the hospital’s emergency department. Kallie Kujawa, the health...

Bozeman, MT · 2025-03-31

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Smiles Across Montana addressing more than just dental health at mobile clinics

Bozeman, MT · 2025-03-27

KBZK News

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Smiles Across Montana addressing more than just dental health at mobile clinics

Smiles Across Montana is holding a mobile dental clinic to help breach the gap in access to dental care experienced by many communities throughout Montana.

Bozeman, MT · 2025-03-27

KBZK News

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Smiles Across Montana addressing more than just dental health at mobile clinics

Bozeman, MT · 2025-03-27

KBZK News

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Smiles Across Montana to provide free clinic in Bozeman

Bozeman, MT · 2025-03-25

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Montana missing measles vaccination data

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has confirmed around 300 cases of measles across more than a dozen states including Texas and New Mexico, and public health departments across Montana are preparing in case the highly contagious virus reaches the state. While no cases of measles have been identified...

Montana · 2025-03-20

Fairfield Sun Times

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Stream health: Gallatin County Health Board eyes change to septic rules

Local health officials are eyeing a change to Gallatin County septic system rules in a bid to improve stream health. The Gallatin City-County Health Board is considering a policy to update the county health code to require new or expanded septic systems to add another level of treatment that would reduce the amount of nitrate discharged into groundwater.

Gallatin County, MT · 2025-03-14