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What to know about raw milk and recent illnesses in Idaho
As illnesses associated with raw milk continue to be identified in Idaho, public health officials are encouraging anyone who becomes sick after consuming raw milk — especially those at higher risk of severe illness — to seek medical care promptly. The department would like to help Idahoans understand what raw milk is, recognize symptoms of illness, and know when to seek medical
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As illnesses associated with raw milk continue to be identified in Idaho, public health officials are encouraging anyone who becomes sick after consuming raw milk —
You don't have to see wildfire smoke for it to affect your health. Often, the first sign is simply the smell.If you can smell smoke, you're likely breathing smoke
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and remind people that mental health is an important part of overall health.Mental health affects how we think, feel, connect with others, and handle life’s challenges. Just like physical health,
Find resources to help manage risks of harmful algal blooms, wildfire smoke, mosquitoes, ticks, and moreAs the summer season approaches with unusually low snowpack and the potential for above-average temperatures, the Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is reminding Idahoans
Reports of rat sightings in the Treasure Valley have risen in recent years, with residents sharing concerns on neighborhood platforms and seeking ways to protect their homes. While these rodents are often associated with larger urban areas such as Los Angeles and New York City,
The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is hiring for multiple positions to support the Rural Health Transformation Program, a once-in-a-generation opportunity to strengthen health care access and outcomes across rural Idaho.Funded through a federal grant, this
When a Boise television crew recently visited the Southwest Idaho Treatment Center (SWITC) in Nampa, they came to tell a story about progress.KTVB anchor Morgan Romero
Every day, across Idaho, social workers are helping people through some of the most challenging moments of their lives.During National Social Worker Month, I want to take a moment to recognize and thank the social workers who serve our communities with compassion, skill, and
When a child’s safety is at risk, there is no room for ambiguity.That’s why Idaho is strengthening the laws that guide some of the most important decisions we make in child welfare
Maria is an Idaho foster mom whose decision to foster didn’t come from a place of perfection. It came from experience, reflection, and growth.As she grew past her challenging childhood, the idea that any child could be without safety, stability, or a place to belong stopped
This week, foster care advocates, alumni, families, and supporters gathered for Foster Care Awareness Day at the Capitol on Wednesday, Feb. 18. Organized by Idaho Voices for Children, the event brought people from across the state to share perspectives with lawmakers and raise