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For a healthy Minnesota

The Minnesota Department of Health protects, maintains and improves the health of all Minnesotans.
New & Noteworthy
It's National Immunization Awareness Month
August is a busy month filled with end-of-summer trips and prepping for the start of school. Make sure you and your family are up to date on your immunizations.
Immunization
Breastfeeding benefits
Breastfeeding helps babies and parents be healthy. Learn about the benefits and support available to all families.
Breastfeeding
Seek a licensed body artist
Thinking of getting a tattoo? Make sure you are getting your body artwork done by a licensed professional.
Body Art

Long COVID and Post-Viral Chronic Conditions Roadmap

Office of American Indian Health and Tribal Relations
Office of American Indian Health and Tribal Relations

Team Spotlight

The Office of American Indian Health and Tribal Relations was created in 2023 to improve the health and wellbeing of American Indian communities across Minnesota and ensure Tribal and urban American Indian communities are represented in all of Minnesota’s public health initiatives.

Letter from the Commissioner

The public health professionals who work with me — and in partnership with Minnesota counties, Tribal nations, health care and community-based organizations — are passionate about our mission of protecting, maintaining and improving the health of all Minnesotans.

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