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/news/dhw-partners-get-tested-covid-19-help-idahoans-find-testing-their-communities
… Get Tested COVID-19 to help Idahoans find testing in their communities October 22, 2020 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is … and testing sites that are close to home. Idahoans can visit get-tested-covid19.org and type in their ZIP code. The …
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/news/dhws-preston-office-close-june-services-continue-be-available
… services continue to be available May 25, 2021 Author DHW communications The Department of Health and Welfare is … services has diminished and most of the work can be completed virtually. The closest office to Preston is in … services.” Before the pandemic began, individuals primarily visited the office to apply for self-reliance benefits, such …
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/news/idaho-wic-temporarily-increases-food-benefits
… temporarily increases food benefits May 27, 2021 Author DHW communications Participants in the U.S. Department of … support, help from registered dietitians, and referrals to community services. The average Idahoan enrolled in WIC … go to signupwic.com , call the Idaho CareLine at 211, or visit wic.dhw.idaho.gov . The Idaho Department of Health and …
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/public-meetings-and-notices/idaho-wic-makes-annual-adjustment-income-guidelines
… Idaho WIC makes annual adjustment to income guidelines Type of notice/meeting Public Notice Idaho’s … for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) will implement new income guidelines effective July 1, 2024, that raise household … go to signupwic.com , or call the Idaho CareLine at 211, or visit wic.dhw.idaho.gov . The Idaho Department of Health and …
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/news/infant-botulism-case-ada-county-linked-national-baby-formula-recall
… national baby formula recall November 19, 2025 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) … throw your containers out. For details about the recall visit: …
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/news/988-suicide-crisis-lifeline-now-available-anyone-having-behavioral-health-crisis
… having a behavioral health crisis July 18, 2022 Author DHW Communications Idaho residents now can call or text 988 at … remember and will help Idahoans in crisis get connected to compassionate, accessible care and support.” All calls made … by simply dialing or texting 988. For more information, visit call988idaho.com . Idaho residents should still call …
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/news/measles-reported-idaho-resident-public-health-officials-remind-idahoans-protect-themselves
… illness by getting immunized September 20, 2023 Author DHW Communications An adult male with confirmed measles has been … contacts to that individual who are not immune will also become infected. It can spread for up to four days before and … any chance of spread. For more information on measles, visit www.cdc.gov/measles . Media Contacts: Greg Stahl, DHW …
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/news/additional-measles-reported-southwest-idaho-public-health-officials-continue-recommend
… in Southwest Idaho; public health officials continue to recommend immunization September 27, 2023 Author DHW Communications An additional four people have been confirmed … public health officials. For more information on measles, visit www.cdc.gov/measles . Media Contacts: Greg Stahl, …
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/news/protect-yourself-and-your-pets-harmful-algal-blooms-summer
… harmful algal blooms this summer June 28, 2024 Author DHW Communications Track water sampling locations and health … Health Advisories Map for active health advisories before visiting Idaho’s water bodies. Following health advisories …
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/news/fish-advisory-coeur-dalene-basin-revised-after-high-levels-mercury-found-some-species
… This updated advisory provides location and fish-specific recommendations for three groups of people: adults, pregnant women, which includes women planning to become pregnant and nursing mothers, and children under the … Fish Consumption Advisory and guidance on eating fish, visit fish advisory page. Coeur d’Alene Lake and Spokane …
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/news/first-rabid-bats-season-found-bonneville-and-payette-counties-health-officials-urge-caution
… officials urge caution around bats June 7, 2021 Author DHW Communications Idaho public health officials are reporting … 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/idaho-wic-makes-annual-adjustment-income-guidelines-1
… Idaho WIC makes annual adjustment to income guidelines June 28, 2022 Author DHW Communications Idaho’s Special Supplemental Nutrition … go to signupwic.com , call the Idaho CareLine at 211, or visit wic.dhw.idaho.gov . The Idaho Department of Health and …
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/news/first-confirmed-infection-uk-coronavirus-variant-idaho
… coronavirus variant in Idaho February 24, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … potentially more severe variants,” said Kimberly Link, Communicable Disease Control Manger with Central District … information about the novel coronavirus, please visit https://coronavirus.idaho.gov/ . Media contacts: …
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/news/idaho-wic-makes-annual-adjustment-income-guidelines-0
… Idaho WIC makes annual adjustment to income guidelines June 30, 2021 Author DHW Communications Idaho’s Special Supplemental Nutrition … go to signupwic.com , call the Idaho CareLine at 211, or visit wic.dhw.idaho.gov . The Idaho Department of Health and …
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/news/measles-circulating-among-idaho-communities-health-officials-urge-consultation-healthcare
… Measles circulating among Idaho communities--Health officials urge consultation with healthcare provider if ill August 20, 2025 Author DHW Communications Officials from the Department of Health and … healthcare provider For more information about measles, visit www.cdc.gov/measles/about/index.html . (Note that …
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/news/fostering-family-adventures-idaho-state-parks
… Adventures at Idaho State Parks April 29, 2025 Author DHW Communications The Idaho State Park Foster Family Passport … fostering experiences that renew the human spirit and bring communities together,” said IDPR Director Susan Buxton. … the kick-off event will also be made available on May 3. Visit the Idaho Family Passport Dropbox for downloads. …
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/news/new-hiv-initiative-encourages-testing-promotes-prevention-and-awareness
… prevention and awareness December 1, 2023 Author DHW Communications A new Idaho-based initiative seeks to empower … “Today, Dec. 1, is World AIDS Day, and we encourage communities across Idaho to help reduce HIV infections, … care providers, community organizations, and Idahoans. Visit www.FindIdahoTesting.com and …
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/news/idaho-wic-makes-annual-adjustment-income-guidelines-2
… Idaho WIC makes annual adjustment to income guidelines June 26, 2023 Author DHW Communications Idaho’s Special Supplemental Nutrition … go to signupwic.com , or call the Idaho CareLine at 211, or visit wic.dhw.idaho.gov . The Idaho Department of Health and …