September 28, 2012 - DHS will again honor its community partners — counties, tribes, providers, individuals, advocacy groups and others — for excellence through the Commissioner's Circle of Excellence Awards.

September 26, 2012 - A state hospital in Willmar has been recognized by the Joint Commission's Top Performers on Key Quality Measures program.

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 - DHS and its partners are marking the 23rd annual National Recovery Month with a handful of events this September.

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.