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.
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Idaho Department of Health and Welfare announces work requirements for Medicaid expansion recipients
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.
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…
Idaho submits waiver request to exclude soft drinks and candy from SNAP purchases
Following direction from Idaho Gov. Brad Little, the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare submitted a formal request to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today seeking approval to implement House Bill 109, signed by Gov. Little in April.
Heath officials investigate outbreak linked to raw milk
Idaho Public Health officials are investigating recent reports of 18 people who recently experienced symptoms of, and tested positive for, Campylobacter, and who also reported purchasing and drinking unpasteurized (raw) milk from Paradise Grove Dairy.
Statewide naloxone distribution program relaunched
The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is announcing today that the statewide naloxone distribution program has been relaunched. Naloxone is a medication, approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), designed to rapidly reverse opioid overdose.
Lead-contaminated cinnamon applesauce impacts Idaho children and families
State and local public health officials have identified two children in Idaho whose blood lead levels were elevated after eating…
Idaho WIC makes annual adjustment to income guidelines
Idaho’s Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) will implement new income guidelines effective July 1, 2023, that raise household income eligibility limits to help offset cost of living increases. This review and adjustment happen annually.
Papa Murphy’s cookie dough likely linked to Salmonella infections
Division of Public Health officials with the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) and several Idaho public health districts have identified four people in Idaho with Salmonella infections (salmonellosis).
Influenza contributes to Washington County child’s death
A Washington County child is Idaho’s first influenza-related death among Idahoans younger than 18 years of age for the 2022-2023 season.