September
13, 2012 - DHS recently released the first statewide plan to tackle substance abuse and addiction in Minnesota. The Minnesota State Substance Abuse Strategy calls for a multi-agency, multi-faceted approach to achieve a healthier, safer and stronger Minnesota.
September
11, 2012 - Young adults in recovery will share the benefits of investing in prevention, early intervention, treatment and recovery support Wednesday, Sept. 12, at the Capitol in recognition of Recovery Month.
September
07, 2012 - About 30 recommendations for countering a sharp increase in the number of infant deaths in licensed family child care homes since 2006 cap an analysis by a subcommittee of the Child Mortality Review Panel.
September
05, 2012 - The Own Your Future Advisory Panel will meet 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 6, to discuss the upcoming long-term care public awareness campaign.
August
30, 2012 - DHS Drug Abuse Strategy Officer Carol Falkowski, a nationally-recognized addiction expert, will retire Sept. 14 after 25 years of public service.
August
28, 2012 - The Sex Offender Civil Commitment Advisory Task Force will begin work in October examining the civil commitment and referral process in Minnesota as well as options for less restrictive placement than a secure treatment facility.
August
20, 2012 - The Minnesota Department of Human Services is involved in several efforts at this year’s Minnesota State Fair, which begins Aug. 23 and runs through Sept. 3.
August
16, 2012 - DHS and its partners are stepping up efforts to increase food access in Minnesota, including hosting the first-of-its-kind Food Access Summit Aug. 21-23 in Duluth.