Winter Driving Tips
Winter driving in Gallatin County can be a scary, nerve-wracking, or flat out dreaded experience for some. And since here in Montana, we are bound to have many days of extreme winter driving conditions, we [...]
Breast Cancer Awareness: Why Pink?
National Breast Cancer Awareness Month October brings with it many great things: the start of autumn, beautiful foliage, football games, candy corn, pumpkin lattes… and a lot of pink. In October, we see pink ribbons, [...]
West Nile Virus: Tips for Prevention
Ahhh the Sun. Summertime is here again in Montana: the season of long days, swimming, BBQs, and outdoor fun of all kinds. But before charging off into the great outdoors, take a few minutes to [...]
When Lightning Strikes
By Emergency Preparedness When thunder roars, go indoors In Gallatin County, it's that time of year when the hot, sun-filled afternoons are quickly overtaken by black rain clouds. Although it can be a relief to [...]
Heading to the Petting Zoo? Read this First!
Illnesses Prevention Associated with Live Animals at Petting Zoos & Fairs The Gallatin County Fair is upon us, and that means rides, fair food, and petting zoo fun! Petting zoos allow children of all ages [...]
Bike Safety in Gallatin County
The warm weather in Gallatin County seems to be here to stay, meaning it’s time to dust off those bikes and ride to work, hit some trails, or cruise the town for some fresh air [...]
Get Screened
January is National Cervical Cancer Awareness Month Each year, an estimated 12,000 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer, and, of those, about one-third will die as a result of the cancer. But cervical cancer is [...]
What the Heck is HEP?
By Gallatin City-County Health Department’s Communicable Disease Program Hepatitis C Virus Awareness What is it? Hepatitis C (HCV) is a virus that attacks the liver. The illness can range from mild, lasting for a few [...]
Are You Flu Ready?
National Influenza Vaccination Week (Dec. 7-13) The holiday season is upon us, and unfortunately so is influenza season... Influenza, commonly referred to as the flu, is a serious and contagious illness that can lead to [...]
Healthy & Easy Crock Pot Meals
By Gallatin County WIC The cold weather has arrived, and the first holiday meal is complete. With the non-stop hustle and bustle of the holiday season, it's hard to find the time to cook. [...]