Department of Health and Welfare - By the Numbers
145,214
Idahoans enrolled in Medicaid Expansion
123,282
Idahoans receiving SNAP benefits
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News Updates

Board of Health and Welfare to meet Feb. 16

The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will hold its regularly scheduled meeting at 8 a.m. MT Thursday, Feb. 16, via Webex and in Boise.

Reporters who would like to join the meeting by Webex should RSVP to Public Information Officer Greg...

EMS Day at Idaho Capitol set for Jan. 23

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) in Idaho are at a crossroads. Challenged by population growth, a fragmented system of volunteers and paid staff, and Idaho’s inherently rural character, EMS leaders are working to get ahead of the crisis...

Public Notices and Meetings

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Public Notice

The Infant Toddler Program invites the public to review the annual application for federal funds and provide comment from Feb. 13 through April 14, 2023.