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/news/idaho-covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-meet-friday-1
… Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee to meet Friday January 6, 2021 Author DHW Communications The COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee will … American Sign Language services is now available for committee meetings. The Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory …
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/news/idaho-covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-meet-friday-6
… Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee to meet Friday March 11, 2021 Author DHW Communications The COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee will … American Sign Language services is available for committee meetings. The Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory …
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/news/first-influenza-death-season-reported-idaho
… of season reported in Idaho November 10, 2022 Author DHW Communications A Nez Perce County man older than 65 years of … averages 45 reported influenza-related deaths each year for the last five seasons, with most reported deaths among … important for people at higher risk for serious flu-related complications, including people with chronic health …
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/news/pacific-northwest-kids-encouraged-enter-radon-poster-contest
… to enter radon poster contest January 12, 2024 Author DHW Communications Kids across the Northwest are encouraged to … will help educate about radon and encourage people to test for radon in their homes. Radon is a colorless, odorless, … are members of a sponsoring club, such as a scouting, art, computer, science, or 4-H club are eligible to participate. …
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/news/idaho-deactivates-crisis-standards-care-conditions-improve-some-hospitals-are-still-reporting
… are still reporting stress February 15, 2022 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … accordance with IDAPA 16.02.09 – Crisis Standards of Care For Healthcare Entities. CSC has been deactivated in … DHW Director Dave Jeppesen. “Please continue to take the recommended precautions and get vaccinated and boosted, wear a …
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/news/public-health-reports-first-heat-related-death-2023
… first heat-related death in 2023 July 7, 2023 Author DHW Communications The first heat-related death in Idaho this … fluid instead of swallowing it. Heat exhaustion may occur before symptoms of heatstroke. Symptoms may include tiredness, … forecasts and extreme heat alerts by checking your local news or www.weather.gov . Monitor your companions when …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-meet-nov-10
… from the governor's office, and the chairs of the germane committees for the Health and Welfare committees in the Idaho Legislature. The Idaho Department of …
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/news/model-shows-continued-mitigation-will-effectively-slow-spread-covid-19
… slow the spread of COVID-19 April 15, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr A model developed by The Department of Health … and universities has shown that continued mitigation efforts are effective in slowing the spread of COVID-19. The … on those, we can conclude that continued mitigation efforts are effective in slowing the spread of COVID-19, …
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/news/division-behavioral-health-launches-survey-find-out-how-idahoans-are-faring-pandemic
… are faring in the pandemic October 14, 2021 Author DHW Communications The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted … of the impacts COVID-19 has had on Idahoans will help inform policy decisions, resource deployment, and program and product development and dissemination. Once results are compiled, they will be posted to the Division of Behavioral …
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/news/idaho-covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-meet-friday
… Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee to meet Friday December 3, 2020 Author DHW Communications The COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee will … The Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee was formed by the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare at the …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-hold-regular-meeting-feb-18
… regular meeting on Feb. 18 February 12, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will … from the governor's office, and the chairs of the germane committees for the Health and Welfare committees in the Idaho …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-meet-aug-19
… and Welfare to meet Aug. 19 August 13, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will … from the governor's office, and the chairs of the germane committees for the Health and Welfare committees in the Idaho …
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/news/idaho-behavioral-health-council-seeks-public-comment-draft-new-strategic-plan
… Idaho Behavioral Health Council seeks public comment on draft of new strategic plan May 21, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Behavioral Health Council has today … the first draft of its strategic plan to improve care for Idahoans with mental health and substance use disorders. …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-hold-special-meeting-june-15
… to hold special meeting on June 15 June 8, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will … mode by selecting this link: https://idhw.webex.com/idhw/j.php?MTID=mcc5bb5b31b9cd8e048b4717a361f15bd The … governor's office, and the chairs of the germane committees for the Health and Welfare committees in the Idaho …
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/news/idaho-public-health-officials-confirm-first-covid-19-child-death
… first COVID-19 child death November 9, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … of this child,” said Elke Shaw-Tulloch, administrator for the Idaho Division of Public Health. “Infection with the … "We were saddened to hear of the loss of one our newest community members. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the …
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/news/omicron-sub-lineage-ba2-identified-idaho-public-health-stresses-importance-reducing-spread
… reducing the spread of COVID-19 January 28, 2022 Author DHW Communications and Central District Health PIO The Idaho … Hahn, state epidemiologist and the medical director for DHW’s Division of Public Health. “We will continue to monitor this and future variants and are committed to transparency in informing the public what we …
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/news/idaho-activates-crisis-standards-care-north-idaho-due-surge-covid-19-patients-requiring
… accordance with IDAPA 16.02.09 – Crisis Standards of Care For Healthcare Entities. CSC is activated in the Panhandle … that CSC be activated. The CSC Activation Advisory Committee convened virtually on Sept. 6 and recommended that CSC be activated in the Panhandle and North …
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/news/dhw-offers-negotiated-rulemaking-opportunities-february
… opportunities in February February 3, 2022 Author DHW Communications The February edition of the Idaho … It features an Executive Order 2022-01, GOVERNOR'S TASK FORCE ON CHILDREN AT RISK. Please select the docket number … more about negotiated rulemaking opportunities in February for Department of Health and Welfare programs. Docket …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-meet-nov-10-0
… and Welfare to meet Nov. 10 November 8, 2022 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will … like to join the meeting by Webex should RSVP to Public Information Officer Greg Stahl ( Greg.Stahl@dhw.idaho.gov ) … from the governor's office, and the chairs of the germane committees for the Health and Welfare committees in the …
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/news/dhw-launches-internal-review-syringe-exchange-program
… of syringe exchange program February 16, 2024 Author DHW Communications Under the direction of Governor Brad Little, … (DHW) is launching an internal review of its contracts for services with Idaho’s syringe exchange programs after … and offers programming that refers users to treatment for substance use disorder, education about overdose …
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/news/idaho-behavioral-health-plan-implementation-update
… Plan Implementation Update December 7, 2023 Author DHW Communications The new Idaho Behavioral Health Plan (IBHP), which consolidates behavioral health services for Idahoans under a single plan, is scheduled to go-live on … current contractors, Optum Idaho and BPA Health, and the incoming new IBHP contractor, Magellan Healthcare, Inc., all …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-meet-feb-16
… and Welfare to meet Feb. 16 February 14, 2023 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will … like to join the meeting by Webex should RSVP to Public Information Officer Greg Stahl at Greg.Stahl@dhw.idaho.gov … from the governor's office, and the chairs of the germane committees for the Health and Welfare committees in the …
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/news/lead-contaminated-cinnamon-applesauce-impacts-idaho-children-and-families
… Idaho children and families November 30, 2023 Author DHW Communications State and local public health officials have … Response & Evaluation (CORE) Network, and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is ongoing. The … products sold at Schnucks and Weis Markets have become subject to the recall, though they are not available in …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/dhw-seeks-public-comment-block-grant-application
… DHW seeks public comment on block grant application Type of notice/meeting … summary also highlights the state's Title V program efforts to address its identified MCH priority needs and … The MCH program seeks to gain public comment from June 1-16. To submit a comment, email …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-meet-aug-18
… and Welfare to meet Aug. 18 August 15, 2022 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will … like to join the meeting by Webex should RSVP to Public Information Officer Greg Stahl at the email address above for … from the governor's office, and the chairs of the germane committees for the Health and Welfare committees in the …
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/news/january-edition-idaho-administrative-bulletin-contains-several-dhw-rule-making-notices
… several DHW rule-making notices January 2, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr The Idaho Administrative Bulletin published … 0202-1901 ID Emergency Medical Services Physician Commission 0208-1901 Vital Statistics Rules - Vacation … Pools - Vacation of Rule 0301-1901 Eligibility for Health Care Assistance for Families and Children …
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/news/new-idaho-covid-19-hotline-available-monday-march-30
… available Monday, March 30 March 27, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) has announced a new toll-free number for Idahoans to call with questions about COVID-19 or the … stay-home order was effective immediately and is in place for 21 days. The Governor and public health officials will …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/idaho-behavioral-health-council-workgroups-meet-dec-1-7
… 1-7 Type of notice/meeting Public Notice Several workgroups for the Idaho Behavioral Health Council have scheduled … Supreme Court Building, 451 W. State St., Boise. More information for each meeting can be found on the Idaho Behavioral Health Council (IBHC) website . Commitments Workgroup is scheduled to meet at 10 a.m., MT, …
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/news/rules-waived-or-suspended-facilitate-idahos-response-covid-19
… Idaho's response to COVID-19 March 25, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr Governor Brad Little has signed an emergency declaration to aid in the COVID-19 response effort in Idaho. Under Section 46-1008(5)(a), Idaho Code, the … is a list of the rules that have been waived or suspended for the Department of Health and Welfare to facilitate the …
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/news/dhw-announces-25m-funding-assist-laboratories-providing-covid-19-testing
… in providing COVID-19 testing October 28, 2020 Author DHW Communications To assist with the response to the current … to help Idaho laboratories establish or increase capacity for community COVID-19 testing in Idaho. Funds may be used for …
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/news/public-comment-accepted-behavioral-health-standards-through-aug-3
… Public comment accepted on behavioral health standards through Aug. 3 July 21, 2021 Author DHW Communications As the Behavioral Health Authority for the State of Idaho, the Division of Behavioral Health …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/food-safety-advisory-committee-meet-june-18-webex
… Food Safety Advisory Committee to meet June 18 via Webex The Idaho Food … Program is hosting the annual Food Safety Advisory Committee meeting from 10 a.m. to noon (MDT) on June 16, … from retail food establishments, state regulators, and information on a risk factor study being completed in …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-hold-regular-meeting-nov-12
… to hold regular meeting Nov. 12 November 9, 2020 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will … more at healthandwelfare.idaho.gov . Media contact: Niki Forbing-Orr, public information manager 208-334-0668 …
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/news/covid-19-data-be-updated-daily-website-including-sundays-and-holidays
… including Sundays and holidays June 29, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare wants to make sure Idahoans have the most current information about cases of COVID-19 in their communities in light of the recent significant increases in …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/infant-toddler-program-seeks-comment-annual-grant-application
… Infant Toddler Program seeks comment on annual grant application Type of notice/meeting … Program invites the public to review its annual application for federal funds. It will be available for review through April 19, 2022. Written comments from the public will be accepted March 20 - April …
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/news/gov-little-speak-overdose-awareness-event-capitol-steps
… awareness event on Capitol steps August 29, 2022 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … will host an event at the Idaho Capitol front steps to commemorate International Overdose Awareness Day. The event … overdoses, remember those who have died, and provide space for loved ones to grieve. As part of Wednesday’s event, 353 …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/medicaid-submit-aged-and-disabled-waiver-amendments
… public notice of its intent to submit to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) amendments to the … Plan. These amendments pertain to the enrollment policy for dual-eligible participants enrolled in the Medicare Medicaid Coordinated Plan (MMCP). Public comment will be accepted through Jan. 9, 2022. Resources ID …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/idaho-drug-utilization-review-program-meet-jan-19-webex
… counseling of patients, and reduce growth in expenditures for drugs. Resources Agenda and meeting information Event End Date Thu, 01/19/2023 - 12:00 Event Start …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-meet-aug-15
… and Welfare to meet Aug. 15 August 12, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will … appointments, and adoption of a temporary rule docket for foster care licensing. Read the full agenda . Reporters … from the governor's office, and the chairs of the germane committees for the Health and Welfare committees in the …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-meet-june-6
… Health and Welfare to meet June 6 June 3, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will … Webex and in Boise. Agenda items include introduction of incoming Director Alex Adams, remarks by Adams, and introductions for key staff changes Adams is implementing. Read the full …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/idaho-medicaid-hosts-public-hearing-may-12-about-medicaid-plus-waiver
… of Nov. 1, 2022, with a new term of five years for the renewal. There are no substantial changes planned for this waiver renewal. The department will make technical … of Medicaid, 450 West State St., Boise https://idhw.webex.com/idhw/j.php?MTID=m40c3a5aa6abc72ce0d6b6ac07c996281 …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-meet-may-19
… Health and Welfare to meet May 19 May 16, 2022 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will … There will be limited in-person attendance (allowing for social distancing) available in Conference Room 10A, PTC … from the governor's office, and the chairs of the germane committees for the Health and Welfare committees in the …
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/news/idaho-covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-meet-friday-3
… Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee to meet Friday February 4, 2021 Author DHW Communications The COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee will … American Sign Language services is available for committee meetings. The Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/november-administrative-bulletin-contains-dhw-public-hearing-notice
… Administrative Bulletin has been published and contains information on one public hearing on Nov. 13 for the Department of Health and Welfare, Medicaid Enhanced …
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/news/idaho-covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-meet-friday-7
… Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee to meet Friday March 17, 2021 Author DHW Communications The COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee will … American Sign Language services is available for committee meetings. The Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/interagency-governance-team-scheduled-meet-aug11
… of the PTC Building, 450 W State St., Boise. Resources For more information and the agenda Event End Date Wed, 08/11/2021 - …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/public-comment-accepted-behavioral-health-standards-through-aug-3
… Public comment accepted on behavioral health standards through Aug. … across the state. DBH is inviting the public to review and comment on initial drafts of these standards. The draft standards and comment form are available at …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/idaho-behavioral-health-planning-council-meet-oct13
… conference room 3A, third floor at 450 W State St., Boise, for those without access to virtual meeting platforms. Resources Agenda Learn more about the council Event …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-meet-feb-17
… and Welfare to meet Feb. 17 February 15, 2022 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will … from the governor's office, and the chairs of the germane committees for the Health and Welfare committees in the Idaho …
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/news/idaho-behavioral-health-council-meet-sept-18
… Council to meet Sept. 18 September 16, 2020 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Behavioral Health Council (IBHC) … Agenda highlights include the review of a funding proposal for the Coronavirus Financial Advisory Committee (CFAC), an update on statewide surveys, as well as …