2026 National Public Health Week
Fargo Cass Public Health (FCPH) will recognize National Public Health Week
(NPHW), April 6 – 12, by encouraging community participation in a variety of events throughout the week. Each year, NPHW takes time to celebrate the impact of public health and highlight priority issues that can improve the nation’s well-being. The theme for 2026 is “Ready. Set. Action!” and will focus on how the work of public health improves the lives of residents, provides safeguards for families and strengthens communities.
In recognition of National Public Health Week, April 6 – 12, FCPH is inviting community members to participate in a variety of action-focused events throughout the week.
FCPH National Public Health Week events:
Food & Supply Drive Benefitting the Emergency Food Pantry
A food & supply drive is taking place until April 10 to address food insecurity and support the Emergency Food Pantry. Community members who wish to donate are invited to bring items to these locations:
• Fargo Cass Public Health, 1240 25th Street South, Fargo
• Fargo Police Department Headquarters, 105 25th Street North, Fargo
Most-needed items include canned tuna, tomatoes, beans, peanut butter, and both white and brown rice.
Personal hygiene items such as bar soap, dish soap, size 4 diapers, deodorant and shampoo are also in high demand. Hygiene items should be unused and in original packaging.
“Stroll N Roll North Dakota”
A group walk will take place at FCPH on Wednesday, April 8, from 12:45 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. The walk will be led by FCPH staff and will start at the outside entrance of the main building (1240 25th St S, Fargo). The route will proceed with participants walking laps around the block. Participants are invited to complete as many laps as they would like.
The Fargo Cass Public Health Facebook Event page contains additional information.
Spring Immunization Clinic for Community Members Age 65+
A walk-in Spring Immunization Clinic for individuals age 65 and older will take place on Friday, April 10, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the Oak Room at FCPH. The purpose of the clinic is to improve access to recommended immunizations specifically for this age group.
Individuals are encouraged to bring health insurance or Medicare card and Part D card, if available.
The following immunizations will be offered:
- COVID (spring booster)
- Pneumonia
- Shingles
- RSV
- Tetanus
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B