The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is issuing a health advisory for Eagle Bar in Hells Canyon Reservoir in Adams County, urging caution when recreating in or near the water. Eagle Bar in Hells Canyon Reservoir is located northwest of Council, off Hells Canyon Road.
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Measles circulating among Idaho communities--Health officials urge consultation with healthcare provider if ill
Officials from the Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) and Panhandle Health District (PHD) are announcing the third confirmed case of measles in an Idaho resident. This most recent case is an unvaccinated child in Bonner County.
Health advisories issued for Lake Lowell in Canyon County and Van Wyck Boat Ramp on Lake Cascade in Valley County
The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is issuing health advisories for two bodies of water after harmful algal blooms were identified, urging caution when recreating in or near the water:
First death from West Nile virus in Idaho this year
Idaho’s first reported death caused by West Nile virus this year was identified in a Twin Falls County resident over the age of 65. West Nile virus is spread by the bite of an infected mosquito.
Health advisory issued for Cottonwood Park, Crane Creek Reservoir, and Hordemann Pond
The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is issuing health advisories for three bodies of water after harmful algal blooms were identified, urging caution when recreating in or near the water.
Health advisory issued for Brownlee and Hells Canyon reservoirs
The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is issuing a health advisory for Brownlee and Hells Canyon reservoirs, urging caution when recreating in or near the water.
Health advisory issued for Winchester Lake in Lewis County
The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW), in coordination with the Nez Perce Tribe Water Resources Division, is issuing a health advisory for Winchester Lake, urging caution when recreating in or near the water. Winchester Lake is near U.S.
Health advisory issued for Murtaugh Lake in Twin Falls County
The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is issuing a health advisory for Murtaugh Lake, urging caution when recreating in or near the water. Murtaugh Lake is near U.S. Highway 30, 1 mile due south of the town of Murtaugh and about 15 miles southeast of Twin Falls.
USDA approves Idaho’s request to remove sugary drinks and candy from SNAP
The US Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service has approved Idaho’s request to implement House Bill 109, clearing the way for new Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) guidelines that promote healthier food…
Boise Hawks to host foster family night June 6
The Department of Health and Welfare is proud to partner with the Boise Hawks baseball team for a special Foster Family Night on Friday, June 6, at Memorial Stadium in Boise.