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Joe Dougherty

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Communications director | Be kind | Assume the best intent | #Poetry nerd | #Leadership student | @USUaggies alum | Love my wife and kids | #utpio23

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People react to tragic incidents in different ways. If you or someone you know is struggling, please call 988. This phone number is for anyone in crisis.

UtahDHHS's tweet image. People react to tragic incidents in different ways. If you or someone you know is struggling, please call 988. This phone number is for anyone in crisis.

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Lights, camera, Aggies! We are so back. #collegelife #utahstateaggies #BackToSchool


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The Utah Department of Health and Human Services would like to thank Utah’s first Lady Abby Cox (@showuputah) for visiting the Division of Child and Family Services Sandy office. While visiting with staff she listened as they talked about their challenges and offered solutions…

UtahDHHS's tweet image. The Utah Department of Health and Human Services would like to thank Utah’s first Lady Abby Cox (@showuputah) for visiting the Division of Child and Family Services Sandy office. While visiting with staff she listened as they talked about their challenges and offered solutions…
UtahDHHS's tweet image. The Utah Department of Health and Human Services would like to thank Utah’s first Lady Abby Cox (@showuputah) for visiting the Division of Child and Family Services Sandy office. While visiting with staff she listened as they talked about their challenges and offered solutions…
UtahDHHS's tweet image. The Utah Department of Health and Human Services would like to thank Utah’s first Lady Abby Cox (@showuputah) for visiting the Division of Child and Family Services Sandy office. While visiting with staff she listened as they talked about their challenges and offered solutions…
UtahDHHS's tweet image. The Utah Department of Health and Human Services would like to thank Utah’s first Lady Abby Cox (@showuputah) for visiting the Division of Child and Family Services Sandy office. While visiting with staff she listened as they talked about their challenges and offered solutions…

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Please don't ignore a call from (801) 538-6008. We're conducting a survey about health risks which has helped us detect cancer earlier, prevent suicide, and support people with chronic diseases. Learn more: healthassessment.utah.gov/access-brfss-d…


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A terrible and tragic night. Abby and I join the entire state in mourning the loss of these courageous law enforcement officers. Our support and prayers go out to their families and fellow officers. May God bless all those who put themselves in harm’s way to keep us safe.

BREAKING UPDATE: Two officers are confirmed dead in Tremonton this morning after a shooting on Sunday night. A third officer and his K9 were injured and evacuated to a nearby hospital from the scene. ksltv.com/crime-public-s…



Said farewell to @andersonljess today as he heads off to retirement and a new chapter in life. Glad to thank him for taking a chance on me as communications director for DPS in the midst of a pandemic and for doing the right things for the right reason. Good luck, Commissioner!

PIO_Joe's tweet image. Said farewell to @andersonljess today as he heads off to retirement and a new chapter in life. Glad to thank him for taking a chance on me as communications director for DPS in the midst of a pandemic and for doing the right things for the right reason. Good luck, Commissioner!
PIO_Joe's tweet image. Said farewell to @andersonljess today as he heads off to retirement and a new chapter in life. Glad to thank him for taking a chance on me as communications director for DPS in the midst of a pandemic and for doing the right things for the right reason. Good luck, Commissioner!

Joe Dougherty reposted

Measles in Utah update As of July 1, 2025, Utah has 9 residents with confirmed measles: 7 people are Utah County residents 2 people are southwest Utah residents All of these people are unvaccinated. All of the people who have been identified with measles since last week are…

UtahDHHS's tweet image. Measles in Utah update
As of July 1, 2025, Utah has 9 residents with confirmed measles:
7 people are Utah County residents
2 people are southwest Utah residents
All of these people are unvaccinated.

All of  the people who have been identified with measles since last week are…
UtahDHHS's tweet image. Measles in Utah update
As of July 1, 2025, Utah has 9 residents with confirmed measles:
7 people are Utah County residents
2 people are southwest Utah residents
All of these people are unvaccinated.

All of  the people who have been identified with measles since last week are…
UtahDHHS's tweet image. Measles in Utah update
As of July 1, 2025, Utah has 9 residents with confirmed measles:
7 people are Utah County residents
2 people are southwest Utah residents
All of these people are unvaccinated.

All of  the people who have been identified with measles since last week are…

Joe Dougherty reposted

Utah Measles Alert: Two new measles cases have been confirmed in Utah: One is an adult in Utah County, and the other is a Southwest Utah resident. This brings Utah’s total to 3 cases. The two new cases are unvaccinated and not linked to each other or the person diagnosed with…

UtahDHHS's tweet image. Utah Measles Alert: Two new measles cases have been confirmed in Utah: One is an adult in Utah County, and the other is a Southwest Utah resident. This brings Utah’s total to 3 cases. 
The two new cases are unvaccinated and not linked to each other or the person diagnosed with…
UtahDHHS's tweet image. Utah Measles Alert: Two new measles cases have been confirmed in Utah: One is an adult in Utah County, and the other is a Southwest Utah resident. This brings Utah’s total to 3 cases. 
The two new cases are unvaccinated and not linked to each other or the person diagnosed with…

So proud of these teams at @UtahDHHS who demonstrate professionalism and who help Utahns every day.

Congratulations to the Competency and Outreach Restoration Program Team from the Utah State Hospital for winning the second Heart of Excellence Team Award! #DHHSHeartofExcellence #UtahDHHS



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If you, or someone you know, are experiencing domestic or dating violence, resources are available. Across the state, domestic violence shelters are available and open 24/7. Shelters offer support to adult victims and their children who need domestic violence services. Anyone,…

UtahDHHS's tweet image. If you, or someone you know, are experiencing domestic or dating violence, resources are available.

Across the state, domestic violence shelters are available and open 24/7. Shelters offer support to adult victims and their children who need domestic violence services. Anyone,…
UtahDHHS's tweet image. If you, or someone you know, are experiencing domestic or dating violence, resources are available.

Across the state, domestic violence shelters are available and open 24/7. Shelters offer support to adult victims and their children who need domestic violence services. Anyone,…

Before I started here @UtahDHHS, I never imagined how much I would love the Office of the Medical Examiner. Their work around death is all about helping the living.

DYK 90% of what the Utah Office of the Medical Examiner does is to help the living? Many prevention and public health efforts are based on data gathered at the OME. They work to improve the health of all Utahns. Learn more at ome.utah.gov



Repost if you know someone who has a kid with one of these names!

Fun fact for the weekend... The most popular baby names in Utah for 2024...



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This week, we kicked off the Legislative Session with reports to the Social Services Appropriations Subcommittee. This committee reviews our base budget and considers @govCox’s recommended budget for our programs. This is our opportunity to be accountable to your elected…

UtahDHHS's tweet image. This week, we kicked off the Legislative Session with reports to the Social Services Appropriations Subcommittee.

This committee reviews our base budget and considers @govCox’s recommended budget for our programs.

This is our opportunity to be accountable to your elected…

Really proud of my team and the team at the Office of the Medical Examiner for producing this report in a way that can be used and understood by anyone. Overdose deaths are devastating to family and friends. This report outlines the data and gives actionable advice.

📢New report: More people died from a drug overdose in 2023 than ever before—and fentanyl was involved in nearly 50% of these deaths in our state. Fentanyl is extremely potent, low cost, and highly addictive. We appreciate the dedication and support of @govcox and the Utah…



I work with fantastic people who are true public servants.

🌟 Shining a spotlight on our Summer 2024 DHHS Heart of Excellence Award recipients! ✨ Today we share stories showcasing some of the best public service employees in state government. These individuals have a strong dedication to public service and embody our department values…



Joe Dougherty reposted

#TodayatDHHS our team is attending the @GovCox symposium on aging. Aging happens to everyone, and as we age, we need to preserve our wealth, independence, security, and engagement. Fortunately, Utah is the best state for aging. But the work is never done. Nels Holmgren…

UtahDHHS's tweet image. #TodayatDHHS our team is attending the @GovCox symposium on aging. 

Aging happens to everyone, and as we age, we need to preserve our wealth, independence, security, and engagement.

Fortunately, Utah is the best state for aging. But the work is never done.

Nels Holmgren…
UtahDHHS's tweet image. #TodayatDHHS our team is attending the @GovCox symposium on aging. 

Aging happens to everyone, and as we age, we need to preserve our wealth, independence, security, and engagement.

Fortunately, Utah is the best state for aging. But the work is never done.

Nels Holmgren…

Joe Dougherty reposted

🌟 Shining a spotlight on our Summer 2024 DHHS Heart of Excellence Award recipients! ✨ Today we share stories showcasing some of the best public service employees in state government. These individuals have a strong dedication to public service and embody our department values…


I appreciate my bosses’ emphasis on preparation. This type of collaboration is key to clear communication. These prep events help all of us to be on the same page. In the largest department in state government, with a lot of moving parts, that matters.

#DHHSBehindTheScenes On Friday, we held a marathon prep session for our department leaders who will present the governor's DHHS budget recommendations during the legislative session starting this month. We appreciate the directors who took turns prepping for discussions with…

UtahDHHS's tweet image. #DHHSBehindTheScenes

On Friday, we held a marathon prep session for our department leaders who will present the governor's DHHS budget recommendations during the legislative session starting this month. 

We appreciate the directors who took turns prepping for discussions with…


Joe Dougherty reposted

President @NelsonRussellM announced 17 more temples: Juchitán de Zaragoza, Mexico Santa Ana, El Salvador Medellín, Colombia Santiago, Dominican Republic Puerto Montt, Chile Dublin, Ireland Milan, Italy Abuja, Nigeria Kampala, Uganda Maputo, Mozambique Coeur d’Alene, Idaho Queen…


Great event yesterday! Utah WIC helps keep families healthy. Healthy families are good for all of us.

.@govcox declared today WIC Day in the State of Utah, recognizing WIC's 50th anniversary. WIC’s mission aligns with Utah’s values of family, health, and community, and continues to help families make healthier choices. Congrats to WIC staff, and thanks for your service!



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