North Dakota health agencies struggle after loss of federal grants
North Dakota’s health agencies are scrambling after losing about $3.2 million in federal funding for substance abuse treatment and mental health programs. The cuts come after grants from the COVID-19 pandemic were rescinded by the federal government. With 42 grantees statewide affected, health providers are now seeking alternative funding sources to continue offering critical services. Local officials, including those from Bismarck-Burleigh Public Health, are working to minimize disruptions and find sustainable solutions.
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