The first heat-related deaths in Idaho this year have been reported to public health officials at the Department of Health and Welfare. Three Idaho residents, all over the age of 55, died in the past week when temperatures in Idaho exceeded 90 degrees.
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Idaho Department of Health and Welfare announces work requirements for Medicaid expansion recipients
The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is issuing this update about the implementation of new reporting requirements for the state’s Medicaid expansion population, effective Jan. 1, 2027.
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.
DHW reviewing potential water quality issues at Southwest Idaho Treatment Center campus
NAMPA -- The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is working with the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) to determine whether recent test results showing uranium levels above the United States Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) maximum contaminant level for drinking…
DHW posts first round of Rural Health Transformation funding opportunities
The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) has begun to post funding opportunities on its Rural Health Transformation Program webpage.
Idaho Public Health officials are investigating two outbreaks likely associated with raw milk
The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is working with local and state partners to investigate a recent increase in illnesses after consumption of unpasteurized (raw) milk. Since May 19, 2026, nearly 60 people have been identified who became ill after consuming raw milk.
Idaho parents who are past-due on child support payments to lose their U.S. passports as new national policy takes effect
Idaho Child Support Services stands ready to collect payments for Gem State families
Noncustodial parents in Idaho with U.S. passports who are significantly behind on child support payments will soon find that their passports have been revoked.
Foster families invited to Fostering Family Adventures event at Massacre Rocks State Park near American Falls
Foster and kinship families, and children across Idaho, are invited to a spring afternoon of outdoor exploration, hands-on learning, and connection at Massacre Rocks State Park on Saturday, May 2.
Possible measles exposure occurs at Boise Airport
The Department of Health and Welfare is notifying travelers and others of a possible measles exposure at Boise Airport, Sunday, March 29, between 1:30 a.m. and 7:40 a.m.
Idaho Steelheads host Foster Family Night Feb. 7
The Department of Health and Welfare is proud to partner with the Idaho Steelheads for a special Foster Family Night on Saturday, Feb. 7, at Idaho Central Arena in Boise.