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Even mild summer days can pose deadly risks for kids left in cars
Never leave children in cars, especially during the summer. As summer temperatures rise across Idaho, it’s critical to remember that life-threatening heat-related dangers don’t require triple-digit temperatures. In fact, when it comes to parked cars, even an 80-degree day can quickly become life-threatening—especially for children. Every year, dozens of children in the U.S. die
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Idaho has a critical need for foster families so children have a safe and nurturing place to live and go to school while their parents get the help they need to provide a safe place at home. But becoming a foster parent is a big decision, and many people have lots of questions.
Obesity is a common and serious disease that puts people at risk for many other serious diseases and increases the risk of severe illness from COVID-19.
A study of COVID-19 cases shows that hospitalizations, intensive care unit (ICU
Making progress toward Strategic Goal 2: Protect children, youth, and vulnerable adults
As part of the department’s mission to strengthen the health, safety, and independence of Idahoans, we strive to consider what this means for all Idahoans, including
Getting screened for colorectal cancer is something Idahoans aged 45 and older should consider because it is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths among adults in Idaho. In fact, 3,194 cases of malignant colorectal cancer were diagnosed among Idahoans from 2015-2019, and