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/news/fostering-family-adventures-hosts-family-friendly-outdoor-and-history-event-farragut-state
… event at Farragut State Park August 25, 2025 Author DHW Communications Idaho families are invited to a special event … Foster Families will experience at Farragut State Park. Visit the Idaho Family Passport Dropbox for downloads. Idaho … a child’s life forever. For more information, call 211 or visit the Department of Health and Welfare’s foster care …
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/news/idaho-medicaid-seeks-public-input-transition-comprehensive-managed-care
… Idaho Medicaid seeks public input on transition to comprehensive managed care November 21, 2025 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is … with MCOs to provide all Medicaid services — from doctor visits to prescriptions to hospital care. Member and …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-murtaugh-lake-twin-falls-county
… Murtaugh Lake in Twin Falls County July 3, 2025 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is … does not remove the toxins and can increase the risk of becoming sick. Wash hands thoroughly in clean water after … drinking the water. For more information about cyanoHABs: Visit DEQ’s website at …
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/news/nfls-scott-matlock-joins-boise-state-esports-game-night-foster-youth
… for game night with foster youth April 10, 2025 Author DHW Communications Boise’s foster youth and families are invited … BSU Esports, an exciting evening of gaming, mentorship, and community featuring NFL star and Idaho native Scott Matlock. … families. How to participate Foster families can RSVP by visiting this link or emailing Casie.Jones@dhw.idaho.gov …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-winchester-lake-lewis-county
… Winchester Lake in Lewis County July 10, 2025 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW), … does not remove the toxins and can increase the risk of becoming sick. Wash hands thoroughly in clean water after … drinking the water. For more information about cyanoHABs: Visit DEQ’s website at …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-spring-valley-reservoir
… for Spring Valley Reservoir October 10, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … does not remove the toxins and can increase the risk of becoming sick. Wash hands thoroughly in clean water after … drinking the water. For more information about cyanoHABs, visit DEQ’s website at …
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/news/health-advisories-idaho-water-bodies-lifted-winter-approaches
… lifted as winter approaches December 1, 2025 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) … of Idaho’s water bodies. When blooms occur, toxic chemical compounds called cyanotoxins can be released into the water. … peak bloom season. For more information about cyanoHABs, visit: DEQ’s website at …
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/news/west-nile-virus-detected-elmore-county-mosquitoes
… in Elmore County mosquitoes August 3, 2022 Author DHW Communications Mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus (WNV) … should be vaccinated annually. For more information, please visit http://westnile.idaho.gov . The Idaho Department of …
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/news/gov-little-declares-september-newborn-screening-awareness-month
… Screening Awareness Month September 26, 2023 Author DHW Communications Each year in Idaho between 20 and 40 babies … month, Gov. Brad Little signed a proclamation to honor and commemorate the program’s importance, declaring September … the lives of Idaho’s babies. For more information, visit healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/newbornscreening. The Idaho …
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/news/harmful-algal-bloom-health-advisory-cedar-creek-and-salmon-falls-creek-reservoirs
… and Salmon Falls Creek Reservoirs July 26, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … does not remove the toxins and can increase the risk of becoming sick. • Wash hands thoroughly in clean water after … drinking the water. For more information about cyanoHABs, visit DEQ’s website at …
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/news/idaho-snap-benefits-can-now-be-used-online-purchases-amazon-and-walmart
… purchasing is available. For more information on SNAP, visit livebetteridaho.org or call 855-289-1427 to apply. …
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/news/harmful-algal-bloom-health-advisory-brownlee-and-hells-canyon-reservoirs
… and Hells Canyon Reservoirs August 5, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … does not remove the toxins and can increase the risk of becoming sick. • Wash hands thoroughly in clean water after … drinking the water. For more information about cyanoHABs, visit DEQ’s website at …
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/news/first-probable-monkeypox-case-reported-idaho
… monkeypox case reported in Idaho July 6, 2022 Author DHW Communications Idaho Division of Public Health and Central … for patients who might have severe disease or develop complications. Individuals with monkeypox should isolate … voices. For more information about monkeypox, please visit: https://www.cdc.gov/monkeypox The Idaho Department of …
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/news/dhw-announces-next-round-community-program-grants-available-address-learning-loss-and
… DHW announces next round of Community Program grants available to address learning loss … health supports for Idaho children July 8, 2022 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … to families.” Those interested in future applications can visit the DHW website for more information. This opportunity …
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/news/public-health-advisory-harmful-algal-bloom-identified-island-park-reservoir
… in Island Park Reservoir September 11, 2023 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … cyanobacteria harmful algal blooms (cyanoHABs). Please visit the Idaho Recreational Water Health Advisories tab at … does not remove the toxins and can increase the risk of becoming sick. Wash hands thoroughly in clean water after …
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/news/first-human-infection-west-nile-virus-idaho-year
… Nile virus in Idaho this year August 4, 2023 Author DHW Communications Idaho’s first human West Nile virus (WNV) … should be vaccinated annually. For more information, please visit https://westnile.idaho.gov . The Idaho Department of … and Washington Counties. We work in partnership with our community to identify health needs, design solutions, and …
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/news/rural-healthcare-grants-awarded-16-seek-attract-and-retain-providers
… to attract and retain providers May 23, 2023 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) … to help repay their student loan debts and retain them in communities where they’re crucial threads in the rural … Program, including a list of this year’s recipients, visit: …
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/news/idaho-behavioral-health-plan-contract-awarded-magellan-healthcare-inc
… to Magellan Healthcare, Inc. June 27, 2023 Author DHW Communications The contracting stage of the Idaho Behavioral … the new plan, participants and providers will receive communications from DHW and Magellan Healthcare, Inc. about … Corrections. For more information about the new IBHP visit: www.healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/newIBHP . The Idaho …
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/news/idaho-public-health-officials-work-healthcare-providers-identify-additional-diagnoses
… Syndrome in Children (MIS-C) January 28, 2021 Author DHW Communications Seven Idaho children diagnosed with MIS-C … but public health investigations were only recently completed. Processes have since been improved to prevent … Section at 208-334-5939. For more information, visit https://www.cdc.gov/mis-c/index.html The Idaho …
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/news/idaho-administration-bulletins-contains-notice-rulemakings-month
… notice of rulemakings this month May 5, 2021 Author DHW Communications The May Idaho Administrative Bulletin … published today. Please select the docket number below to visit the Office of the Administrative Rules website to …
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/news/two-rabid-bats-found-ada-county-health-officials-urge-caution-around-all-bats
… in Idaho each year from all areas of the state. The most common ways people may encounter a bat is when a pet brings … protect yourself and your pets, public health officials recommend these guidelines: Never touch a bat with your bare … know if they find one. For more information about rabies visit Rabies page or call your local public health district …
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/news/two-severe-allergic-reactions-reported-after-covid-19-vaccination-idaho
… COVID-19 vaccination in Idaho December 22, 2020 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Division of Public Health has … about the risk to people with such a history and recommend that anyone with a history of severe reaction or … more information about COVID-19 vaccine in Idaho, please visit: https://coronavirus.idaho.gov/covid-19-vaccine/ The …
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/news/new-covid-19-crisis-counseling-hotline-offers-support-struggling-idahoans
… needs by connecting callers with resources in their own communities. The COVID Help Now Line is anonymous. … are available via phone or text, with a chat feature coming soon. Callers may also leave a message during … toll-free 866-947-5186. Resources can also be found by visiting www.ioem.idaho.gov/covidhelpnow . …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-west-side-henrys-lake
… for west side of Henry’s Lake September 25, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is … does not remove the toxins and can increase the risk of becoming sick. Wash hands thoroughly in clean water after … drinking the water. For more information about cyanoHABs, visit DEQ’s website at …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-west-side-american-falls-reservoir
… of American Falls Reservoir September 30, 2024 Author DHW Communications Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) … does not remove the toxins and can increase the risk of becoming sick. Wash hands thoroughly in clean water after … drinking the water. For more information about cyanoHABs, visit DEQ’s website at …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-cedar-creek-reservoir-near-twin-falls
… Reservoir near Twin Falls September 30, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … does not remove the toxins and can increase the risk of becoming sick. Wash hands thoroughly in clean water after … drinking the water. For more information about cyanoHABs, visit DEQ’s website at …
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/news/first-death-west-nile-virus-idaho-year
… Nile virus in Idaho this year August 15, 2025 Author DHW Communications Idaho’s first reported death caused by West … tanks weekly to prevent mosquito larvae in the water from becoming adults. For more information, visit https://westnile.idaho.gov . The Idaho Department of …
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/news/health-advisories-issued-lake-lowell-canyon-county-and-van-wyck-boat-ramp-lake-cascade-valley
… on Lake Cascade in Valley County August 15, 2025 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is … does not remove the toxins and can increase the risk of becoming sick. Wash hands thoroughly in clean water after … drinking the water. For more information about cyanoHABs: Visit DEQ’s website at …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-eagle-bar-hells-canyon-reservoir
… Bar in Hells Canyon Reservoir August 21, 2025 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is … does not remove the toxins and can increase the risk of becoming sick. Wash hands thoroughly in clean water after … drinking the water. For more information about cyanoHABs: Visit DEQ’s website at …
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Department of Health and Welfare begins hiring for 63 positions to strengthen child welfare services
/news/department-health-and-welfare-begins-hiring-63-positions-strengthen-child-welfare-services
… to strengthen child welfare services May 7, 2025 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … for 63 new positions aimed at improving child welfare outcomes across the state. These positions, approved by the … For more information about job openings and how to apply, visit the state’s child welfare job listings . The Idaho …
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/news/health-advisory-expanded-cj-strike-reservoir-near-mountain-home
… Reservoir near Mountain Home September 17, 2025 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is … does not remove the toxins and can increase the risk of becoming sick. Wash hands thoroughly in clean water after … drinking the water. For more information about cyanoHABs: Visit DEQ’s website at …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-thorn-creek-reservoir-south
… for Thorn Creek Reservoir, south October 4, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … does not remove the toxins and can increase the risk of becoming sick. Wash hands thoroughly in clean water after … drinking the water. For more information about cyanoHABs, visit DEQ’s website at …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-lake-lowell
… advisory issued for Lake Lowell October 15, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … does not remove the toxins and can increase the risk of becoming sick. Wash hands thoroughly in clean water after … drinking the water. For more information about cyanoHABs, visit DEQ’s website at …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-lake-cascade-and-below-cascade-dam
… Cascade and below Cascade Dam October 18, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … does not remove the toxins and can increase the risk of becoming sick. Wash hands thoroughly in clean water after … drinking the water. For more information about cyanoHABs, visit DEQ’s website at …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-brownlee-and-hells-canyon-reservoirs
… and Hells Canyon reservoirs August 4, 2025 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is … does not remove the toxins and can increase the risk of becoming sick. Wash hands thoroughly in clean water after … drinking the water. For more information about cyanoHABs: Visit DEQ’s website at …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-cottonwood-park-crane-creek-reservoir-and-hordemann-pond
… Reservoir, and Hordemann Pond August 12, 2025 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is … does not remove the toxins and can increase the risk of becoming sick. Wash hands thoroughly in clean water after … drinking the water. For more information about cyanoHABs: Visit DEQ’s website at …
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/news/idaho-medicaid-submits-behavioral-health-transformationimd-waiver-federal-approval
… care. The Division of Medicaid has begun development of a comprehensive implementation plan for the waiver that will … entire behavioral health continuum of care. Idaho recently completed a 30-day state comment period and has delivered … Medicaid team. For more information on Medicaid expansion, visit https://medicaidexpansion.idaho.gov/ . …
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/news/dhw-supports-recommendation-extra-dose-covid-19-vaccine-those-weakened-immune-systems
… DHW supports recommendation for extra dose of COVID-19 vaccine for those … with weakened immune systems August 13, 2021 Author DHW Communications An extra dose of COVID-19 vaccine has been … their healthcare providers to discuss their options, or visit the nearest vaccine clinic . More information is …
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/news/idaho-steelheads-host-foster-family-night-feb-7
… host Foster Family Night Feb. 7 February 5, 2026 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare is proud … across the region are invited to enjoy a night of hockey, community connection, and recognition. “This night is a … Partnerships team at CommunityBuilders@dhw.idaho.gov or visit www.healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/communitybuilders . …
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/news/free-training-radon-gas-idaho-helps-homeowners-builders-and-others-build-safer-homes
… and others build safer homes December 13, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … Two of every five homes tested in Idaho have higher-than-recommended radon levels. ”Because you can’t see, taste, or … to find a test kit, call the Idaho Careline at 2-1-1 or visit www.radonidaho.org . The Idaho Department of Health …
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/news/parents-infants-urgent-recall-issued-infant-formulas
… at a facility in Sturgis, Michigan, after four consumers complained about bacterial infections in infants who … in Idaho. Parents of infants should check www.similacrecall.com to find out if the formula they use is included in the … out if the product you have is included in this recall, visit www.similacrecall.com and type in the code on the …
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/news/dhw-fish-and-game-officials-urge-caution-after-chronic-wasting-disease-found-idaho-deer
… disease found in Idaho deer November 23, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) … encourage Idaho residents to follow these precautions and recommendations: Do not shoot, handle, or eat tissue from any … maintains a current map here ). For questions about CWD, visit the CDC website below or contact DHW’s Epidemiology …
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/news/idaho-adult-dies-rabies-infection
… dies from rabies infection November 4, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … rabies in the United States are rare, rabies exposures are common, with an estimated 60,000 Americans receiving the … Program Manager Lindsay Haskell. “We want our residents and visitors to Idaho to be informed of the risk of rabies, to …
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/news/first-rabid-bat-season-found-bannock-county-health-officials-urge-caution-around-bats
… officials urge caution around bats June 17, 2022 Author DHW Communications Idaho public health officials confirmed the … year. No area of Idaho is considered rabies-free. The most common ways people may encounter a bat is when a pet brings … rabies in Idaho, call your local public health district or visit …
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/news/make-new-years-resolution-quit-tobacco-good-new-resources-quit-are-available-people-behavioral
… behavioral health conditions January 4, 2021 Author DHW Communications Studies show it may take several tries before … ADHD and substance use disorders. New research suggests communities are facing increased mental health challenges, … to quit using tobacco products, free help is available by visiting: 1-800-QUIT-NOW (800-784-8669) and …
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/news/idaho-children-ages-12-15-now-eligible-receive-pfizer-covid-19-vaccine
… to receive Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine May 12, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is … to receive the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. With this recommendation, 85 percent of all Idahoans are eligible for … activities.” To find a vaccine provider, please visit https://www.vaccines.gov/search/ . Read the CDC’s …
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/news/give-yourself-and-your-child-best-possible-gift-mothers-day-quitting-tobacco-and-receive-years
… worth of free diapers and wipes! May 7, 2021 Author DHW Communications Quitting at any time during pregnancy is one … from the body. Quitting smoking also reduces other complications in pregnancy and birth. The likelihood … to quit using tobacco products, free help is available by visiting: 1-800-QUIT-NOW (800-784-8669) and …
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/news/west-nile-virus-activity-rising-across-state-state-health-officials-say
… state health officials say September 8, 2021 Author DHW Communications Human West Nile virus (WNV) infections as … annual vaccines for horses. For more information, please visit www.westnile.idaho.gov . The Idaho Department of …
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/news/owyhee-county-reports-idahos-first-west-nile-virus-infections-humans-year
… infections in humans this year September 9, 2020 Author DHW Communications Idaho’s first locally-acquired human West … should be vaccinated annually. For more information, please visit www.westnile.idaho.gov . Contact: Niki Forbing-Orr …
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/news/first-confirmed-infection-coronavirus-variant-sw-idaho
… variant in SW Idaho February 19, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … home when ill. In addition to getting vaccinated when it becomes available for you, those actions are the best things … information about the novel coronavirus, please visit https://coronavirus.idaho.gov/ . The Idaho Department …