Wrongful death lawsuit filed against NH DHHS, DCYF by Harmony Montgomery’s mother

Saturday, September 14, 2024

“We are going to hold the State of New Hampshire accountable for Harmony’s senseless and preventable death, shine a light on the systemic failures in her case to prevent future tragedies, give Harmony the voice that she never had, and get Harmony the justice that she so deeply deserves. Too many vulnerable children are being injured and killed while under the watchful eye of the State, it has been happening for way too long, and something needs to be done to stop it – enough is enough.”

Aug. 29: Virtual info session on forensic psychiatric hospital construction project at NH Hospital site

Wednesday, August 21, 2024Wednesday, August 21, 2024

The New Hampshire Department of Administrative Services (DAS), Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and New Hampshire Hospital have announced the date and time for an information session on the forensic psychiatric hospital being built adjacent to NH Hospital.

Supplies shortage triggers new COVID-19 testing and patient management guidance

Monday, June 10, 2024Saturday, March 21, 2020

Given the nationwide shortage of personal protective equipment (PPE) and other testing supplies, healthcare providers in New Hampshire must preserve the State’s existing inventory of these materials to care for patients who will develop severe COVID-19 illness, as well as exposed health care providers and exposed first responders.

4 new COVID-19 cases confirmed in NH, including a person under age 18

Monday, June 10, 2024Monday, March 16, 2020

The number of confirmed cases in NH is now 17.

Child Advocate Releases 2019 Annual Report noting DCYF improvements and unmet challenges

Monday, June 10, 2024Friday, February 14, 2020

More communication and a continued effort to fill open positions within DCYF were among recommendations in the 2019 annual report from NH’s Child Advocate.

DHHS issuing February food stamps 2 weeks early

Tuesday, June 11, 2024Tuesday, January 15, 2019

The early availability is not an additional benefit, and beneficiaries are encouraged to plan their purchases carefully.

NH DHHS receives 5-year $2.75M federal grant to prevent child abuse and neglect

Tuesday, June 11, 2024Monday, October 8, 2018

The CCSPF funding is in addition to the $500,000 approved in June by the Legislature under SB592, which provides funding for Parental Assistance Programs.

Alert: NH at ‘high risk’ of uncontrolled HIV, Hepatitis C transmission due to IV drug use

Tuesday, June 11, 2024Friday, May 18, 2018

Of recent concern, NH DPHS has been investigating a report of a homeless individual in Manchester who shares injection drug equipment, and has been diagnosed with acute HIV infection with a very high HIV viral load, which increases risk of transmission.

NH DHHS Report: Successes and challenges in accessing dental care

Tuesday, June 11, 2024Wednesday, May 18, 2016

New Hampshire is meeting many goals in serving the oral health needs of residents yet disparities continue to exist, according to a new report from the NH Department of Health and Human Services.

Public meetings on Health Department shuffle, Sununu Center future, moved to Sept. 10

Tuesday, June 11, 2024Tuesday, September 8, 2015

While the Department continues to pursue a long-term location in Manchester, District Office staff will relocate to other DHHS offices temporarily. Read before you go for scheduled appointments, and note the meeting set for Sept. 8 is now set for Sept. 10.

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