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/news/free-home-covid-19-tests-are-available-idaho-dialing-2-1-1
… in Idaho by dialing 2-1-1 June 15, 2021 Author DHW Communications UPDATE (Jan. 5, 2022): DHW's supply of free, at-home COVID-19 tests has all been distributed. … and the available inventory is not tracked on any public websites at this time. We recommend people contact pharmacies …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-henrys-lake-avoid-contact-harmful-algal-cyanobacterial-blooms
… algal cyanobacterial blooms October 7, 2022 Author DHW Communications The Division of Public Health in the Department of Health and Welfare has … more information about harmful algal blooms, visit DEQ’s website at …
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/news/child-measles-case-reported-southeast-idaho
… Idaho August 16, 2024 Author DHW Communications A case of measles in a child has been reported from southeast … Idaho Public Health is working with healthcare facilities visited by the child to identify potentially exposed workers … facility can prepare to reduce the chance of spread. The best way to protect yourself and your family against measles …
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/news/dhw-successfully-ends-temporary-housing-program-youth-foster-care
… for youth in foster care November 12, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) has ended its practice of using short-term rentals to temporarily house foster …
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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 to partner with the Idaho … from across the region are invited to enjoy a night of hockey, community connection, and recognition. “This …
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/news/dhw-announces-new-funding-opportunity-covid-19-vaccination-clinics
… for COVID-19 vaccination clinics April 29, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is pleased to announce a new … funding opportunity to establish and operate mobile, off-site, walk-in, and special COVID-19 vaccination clinics in …
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/news/idaho-reports-3-deaths-related-covid-19
… March 26, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) and two local public health … deaths related to COVID-19. They are: A man over the age of 60 from Blaine County. It is not clear if he had underlying health issues. A man over the age of 80 from Blaine County. It is not clear if he had …
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/news/cvac-send-expanded-recommendation-group-3-gov-little-march-15
… CVAC to send expanded recommendation on Group 3 to Gov. Little by March 15 March 12, … on the process for vaccinating Idahoans between the ages of 16 and 44 in Group 3 by Monday, March 15. CVAC’s … options: Option A would allow all Idahoans between the ages of 16 and 44 with at least one medical condition that puts …
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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 to Game On at BSU Esports, an exciting evening of gaming, mentorship, and community featuring NFL star and … by Boise State Esports in partnership with the Department of Health and Welfare, this free event will take place on …
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/news/new-program-eases-path-recovery-and-reunification-idaho-families
… for Idaho families January 14, 2025 Author DHW Communications In an effort to prevent Idaho youth from … to their homes through family reunification, the Department of Health and Welfare has created a new substance use … process with its managed care provider, Magellan Healthcare of Idaho. The divisions of Behavioral Health, Medicaid, and …
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/news/idaho-recognized-top-performing-state-critical-access-hospitals
… critical access hospital data reporting rates and levels of improvement are recognized by the Health Resources and Services Administration’s Federal Office of Rural Health Policy. The Medicare Beneficiary … across the state by improving healthcare access for rural communities, and 100 percent of Idaho’s critical access …
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/news/terry-reilly-health-services-launches-certified-community-behavioral-health-clinic-system
… Terry Reilly Health Services launches Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic system April 25, 2023 … experience a walk-through tour that illustrates the concept of Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics in Idaho. … Brad Little, legislators from Canyon County, Caldwell city officials, and others will be in attendance. This clinic …
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/news/dhw-opens-new-foster-care-facility-payette
… new foster care facility in Payette May 3, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) hosted a ribbon cutting … youth’s needs. Each child will be provided a dedicated on-site case manager to help with their immediate needs. …
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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) issued grants this month to 16 … funding is provided through a federal grant. Participating sites see all patients and must implement a sliding fee …
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/news/two-idaho-children-have-died-flu-related-causes
… 10, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr Idaho public health officials are reporting that two Idaho children have died … of the illness.” Getting an annual flu vaccine is the best way to protect yourself from flu. Along with seeking … important if you have a higher risk for severe illness and complications from influenza. Consult with a healthcare …
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/news/idaho-health-and-welfare-and-idaho-state-museum-partner-give-foster-families-free-museum
… families free museum access December 19, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) and the Idaho State Historical … throughout 2025. This initiative aims to enrich the lives of foster children and their families by building a deeper …
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/news/idaho-expands-mental-healthcare-children-and-youth-complex-needs
… Idaho expands mental healthcare for children and youth with complex needs March 27, 2023 Author DHW Communications … children with inpatient psychiatric services that are not offered at Idaho’s existing suite of facilities. The … stakeholder engagement sessions to further clarify how to best meet the need. During those sessions, stakeholders …
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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 (DHW) Indoor Environment Program is offering six free radon training courses starting in …
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/news/covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-sends-recommendations-group-3-clarification-group-2-gov
… COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee sends recommendations on Group 3, clarification to … Shaw-Tulloch, CVAC’s executive secretary and administrator of the Division of Public Health, after the meeting. “There remains much …
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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 any time to talk to a trained professional who can help them through a behavioral health … experiencing behavioral-health related stress -- thoughts of suicide, mental health issues, substance use crisis, or …
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/news/highly-poisonous-death-cap-mushroom-identified-boise
… cap mushroom identified in Boise April 8, 2022 Author DHW Communications The first confirmation of death cap mushrooms ( Amanita phalloides ) in Idaho was recently reported to the Idaho Division of Public Health. An amateur mycologist spotted the mushroom …
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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) … were detected in Elmore County on July 29, prompting health officials to remind people to take precautions to “Fight the … first WNV-positive mosquitoes on July 27. “The detection of West Nile virus-positive mosquitoes in Elmore County …
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/news/dhw-seeks-input-idaho-behavioral-health-plan
… 6, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare’s Divisions of Medicaid and Behavioral … (IBHP) program. The vision of this program is to create a comprehensive system of care for behavioral health that … essential component for building a high-quality system that best meets the behavioral health needs of the diverse …
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/news/covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-sends-priority-group-clarifications-gov-little
… COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee sends priority group clarifications to Gov. Little … Vaccine Advisory Committee (CVAC) voted on a new round of clarifications to Groups 1 and 2 of Idaho’s COVID-19 … Those slide decks will be available on the committee’s website . Additional clarifying votes will be made in the …
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/news/idaho-parents-who-are-past-due-child-support-payments-lose-their-us-passports-new-national
… as new national policy takes effect May 21, 2026 Author DHW Communications Idaho Child Support Services stands ready to … their passports have been revoked. The U.S. Department of State announced on May 8 that it will begin revoking passports of noncustodial parents who owe more than $100,000 in …
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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 … Wednesday, Aug. 31. Idaho Gov. Brad Little will kick things off with a proclamation signing ceremony and remarks about …
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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 Health Plan (IBHP) has concluded, … to Magellan Healthcare, Inc. The initial four-year term of the contract is worth $1.2 billion. As the Department of …
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/news/boise-hawks-host-foster-family-night-june-6
… to host foster family night June 6 June 2, 2025 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare is proud to partner with the Boise … Stadium in Boise. The event will celebrate the commitment of Idaho’s foster families during the Hawks’ home game …
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/news/idaho-sees-recent-increase-reported-illnesses-associated-raw-milk
… associated with raw milk November 25, 2025 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is working with local and state … a recent increase in illnesses reported after consumption of raw milk. Since Aug. 1, 2025, at least 23 cases of …
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/news/covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-sends-recommendations-group-2-clarifications-preliminary
… COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee sends recommendations for Group 2 clarifications, … additional clarifications to Group 2 and the results of a preliminary vote on the approach the committee would … against including Bureau of Reclamation dam workers, “on-site” apartment staff, Airbnb hosts, hotel workers, and …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/dhw-and-child-and-family-services-welcomes-your-comments-about-social
… DHW and Child and Family Services welcomes your comments about the Social Services Block Grant Plan Type of notice/meeting Public Notice DHW and Child and Family … Services Block Grant Plan: This plan is the proposed use of one federally funded Block Grant Plan. The Department of …
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/news/dhw-updates-and-simplifies-covid-19-vaccine-data-dashboard
… COVID-19 Vaccine Data Dashboard July 14, 2021 Author DHW Communications To continue to provide relevant, timely data about Idaho’s vaccine efforts, the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare has made some changes to the COVID-19 … Vaccine Data Dashboard to reflect the changing nature of the pandemic and the ready supply of COVID-19 vaccine in …
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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 … Recreational Water Health Advisories I daho Department of Environmental Quality cyanobacteria web page Report a … water. Harmful algal blooms can vary in appearance but can often look like pea soup, grass clippings, spilled paint, …
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/news/idaho-continues-thrive-during-pandemic-and-moves-stage-3-stage-4-idaho-rebounds-plan
… 3 to Stage 4 in Idaho Rebounds Plan May 11, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW), in coordination with Gov. Brad … Director Dave Jeppesen. “We’re currently seeing some of the best numbers we have seen since last summer. We think the …
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/news/statewide-naloxone-distribution-program-relaunched
… program relaunched December 18, 2023 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is announcing today that the … rapidly reverse opioid overdose. Widespread availability of naloxone is a critical component to reducing opioid …
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/news/new-idaho-behavioral-health-plan-launches-today
… Health Plan launches today July 1, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare launches an improved behavioral health … illness or substance use disorder, navigating the world of healthcare can be daunting and difficult,” said Juliet …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/dhw-child-and-family-services-program-accepting-public-comment-social
… DHW Child and Family Services program accepting public comment for the Social Services Block Grant Plan Type of notice/meeting Public Notice A comment period has been … Services Block Grant Plan. This plan is the proposed use of one federally funded block grant plan. The Department of …
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/news/vaccine-advisory-committee-clarifies-priority-groups-covid-19-vaccine
… Vaccine Advisory Committee clarifies priority groups for COVID-19 vaccine … on Jan. 22 voted on four clarifications to Groups 1 and 2 of Idaho’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout. The committee also … Shaw-Tulloch, CVAC’s executive secretary and administrator of the Division of Public Health, after the meeting. “CVAC …
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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 announcing that all Idaho … COVID-19 vaccine. With this recommendation, 85 percent of all Idahoans are eligible for the vaccine. The Food and …
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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 partnering with Get Tested COVID-19 … for individuals about testing availability and testing sites that are close to home. Idahoans can visit …
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/news/dhw-encourages-idaho-medicaid-providers-apply-funding-dec-18-deadline
… funding before Dec. 18 deadline December 9, 2020 Author DHW Communications Idaho Medicaid providers may be eligible for … who are enrolled with Idaho Medicaid to apply for part of the federal funds Idaho received to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. This is the second round of the funding opportunity and is targeted at Medicaid …
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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 Agriculture’s (USDA) Special Supplemental Nutrition … in their June through September benefits for the purchase of fresh fruits and vegetables. Idaho received $2.4 million …
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/news/dhw-does-not-support-or-fund-any-porn-literacy-children-idaho
… for children in Idaho September 14, 2022 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) has received questions this week … DHW does not collaborate with or seek the endorsement of Planned Parenthood for sex education curriculum. Sex …
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/news/dhw-statement-about-fda-committee-meeting-covid-19-booster-doses
… DHW statement about FDA committee meeting on COVID-19 booster doses September 17, … DHW Communications Here is a statement from the Department of Health and Welfare regarding today’s meeting of the Food and Drug Administration’s Vaccines and Related …
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/news/more-time-home-winter-idahoans-urged-test-radon-gas
… urged to test for radon gas January 6, 2021 Author DHW Communications In Idaho, 2 in 5 tested homes across the … levels. January is Radon Action Month, and the Department of Health and Welfare is encouraging Idahoans to test their … for your health. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer, behind smoking. The Environmental Protection …
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/news/monkeypox-sample-handling-error-leads-internal-lab-investigation
… to internal lab investigation August 2, 2022 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Bureau of Laboratories yesterday discovered a critical sample handling error that resulted in the reporting of a false positive monkeypox test result for one patient in …
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/news/dhw-publish-weekly-information-about-covid-19-and-long-term-care-facilities
… June 5, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is announcing that information … today. The data will be provided in aggregated numbers of cases and deaths associated with long-term care … the data, which unfortunately includes an increasing number of cases now, and have developed a process to release the …
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/news/cdc-recommends-pfizer-covid-19-vaccine-children-ages-5-11-doses-likely-available-next-week
… CDC recommends Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5-11; … Control and Prevention (CDC) has recommended two doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech’s COVID-19 Pediatric Vaccine for … and daycare safely,” said Elke Shaw-Tulloch, Division of Public Health administrator. “We are distributing doses …
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/news/dhw-launches-new-and-improved-website
… DHW launches new and improved website October 19, 2020 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) has developed and launched a new … points in their lives so they can get back to living their best lives. The new site is audience-centric, easy to …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/dhw-hold-negotiated-rulemaking-sessions-rules-pertaining-certified
… for rules pertaining to Certified Family Homes Type of notice/meeting Public Notice The Department of Health and Welfare will be conducting virtual negotiated rulemaking sessions the third and fourth weeks of May in preparation of the repeal and replacement of IDAPA …