BISMARCK, N.D. – North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) today announced the release of the State Health Improvement Plan for 2024-2029. This plan was designed through extensive data evaluation and collaboration with a wide range of partners across the state.
This plan establishes a vision for promoting the health and well-being of North Dakotans by identifying health priorities that inform the development of related goals, objectives, and activities. This health improvement plan is part of HHS' strategic business plan to be released this summer to achieve HHS' vision for North Dakota to be the healthiest state in the nation.
The State Health Improvement Plan is shared proactively as a framework for regional coalitions to use in identifying relevant goals and activities. Coalitions and partners will have the opportunity to apply for relevant grants and support.
The focus of the State Health Improvement Plan includes strengthening North Dakota's health care workforce to ensure the state can meet the needs of North Dakotans, particularly in primary care, cardiac care, oral health, cancer screening, and prevention. This includes expanding access to essential health services, including services that support prevention and prevention. Manage chronic diseases. Other areas of focus include connecting North Dakotans to services and programs that support economic, behavioral and physical health, fostering a culture of health and building community resiliency. .
“I would like to thank the Department of Public Health teams and stakeholders across the state for participating in the comprehensive state health assessment process and contributing to this state’s health improvement plan,” said HHS Secretary Wayne Salter. Ta. “This supports the department's future strategic business plan and reinforces our key priorities of developing strong, stable, and healthy families and communities in North Dakota.”
North Dakota State Health Officer Dr. Nizar Wehbi also thanked the diverse stakeholders who provided valuable input and feedback during the development of the State Health Improvement Plan. “This plan sets out a shared vision and future direction for our state to become a beacon of health and well-being. Together, we will turn this vision into reality and build on our ambitions. Together, we will strengthen the foundations of health that support and enrich the lives of North Dakotans. .”
