… in Idaho has been confirmed March 13, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) … DHW to determine reasonable risk criteria for locations visited by this patient upon their return to Idaho, and any … breathing. If Idahoans have these symptoms and they become severe, they should call a healthcare provider to …

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Vape/electronic smoking device retailers are required to get a tobacco permit, starting July 1

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… a tobacco permit, starting July 1 June 30, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr Because of a change in Idaho Code that will take … from tobacco or nicotine; or electronic smoking devices, components, parts, or accessories will be required to obtain … to apply for a permit, which must be renewed annually: Visit www.tobaccopermits.com and fill out the online …

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Vape/electronic smoking device retailers are required to get a tobacco permit, starting July 1

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… a tobacco permit, starting July 1 July 30, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr Because of a change in Idaho Code that will take … from tobacco or nicotine; or electronic smoking devices, components, parts, or accessories will be required to obtain … to apply for a permit, which must be renewed annually: Visit www.tobaccopermits.com and fill out the online …

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Two Idaho children have died from flu-related causes

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… died from flu-related causes January 10, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr Idaho public health officials are reporting that … important if you have a higher risk for severe illness and complications from influenza. Consult with a healthcare … more severely than adults. For more information about flu, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention …

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Harmful algal blooms identified in Hells Canyon and Brownlee reservoirs

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… Canyon and Brownlee reservoirs August 3, 2023 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) issued health advisories for Hells Canyon and Brownlee reservoirs , urging the public … cyanobacteria harmful algal blooms (cyanoHABs). Please visit the Idaho Recreational Water health Advisories website …

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Idaho continues to thrive during the pandemic and moves from Stage 3 to Stage 4 in Idaho Rebounds Plan

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… 3 to Stage 4 in Idaho Rebounds Plan May 11, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW), … We think the COVID-19 vaccine is one of the main reasons for that, and we want to encourage people who haven’t yet … Face coverings continue to be required for people who are visiting or working in a long-term care facility, to protect …

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October Administrative Bulletin contains three dockets with public hearings

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… dockets with public hearings October 8, 2020 Author DHW Communications Three dockets in the October edition of the … Health and Welfare rules. Click on the Docket number below for more information. 16-0309-2002 – MEDICAID BASIC PLAN … RULE - Peer Support and Recovering Coaching & Electronic Visit Verification. Public hearings are set for Oct. 14 and …

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Idaho Health and Welfare and Idaho State Museum partner to give foster families free museum access

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… families free museum access December 19, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … will receive reusable museum passes that grant unlimited visits to the Idaho State Museum, located in Julia Davis Park in downtown Boise. The passes will be valid for the 2025 calendar year. The passes are intended to …

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Potentially hazardous conditions at Lake Cascade and Payette River; avoid contact with cyanobacterial harmful algal bloom

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… harmful algal bloom October 14, 2022 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … testing is underway to determine the degree of concern for humans. DPH urges visitors to Lake Cascade and the Payette River from Cascade …

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Division of Welfare accepting public comment on Community Services Block Grant State Plan July 25-Aug. 3

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… Division of Welfare accepting public comment on Community Services Block Grant State Plan July … on Idaho’s Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) State Plan for Federal Fiscal Year 2023. The public hearing will be … Webex: https://idhw.webex.com/idhw/j.php?MTID=mf64a0228262e6744e7dca09341b4a739 Anyone may submit written comments …

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‘Idaho Administrative Bulletin’ contains two DHW rules dockets

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… Docket No. 16-0209-2102 – Crisis Standards of Care for Healthcare Entities – temporary rule Docket No. 16-0504-2101 – Grant funding for the Idaho Council on Domestic Violence and Victim Assistance – negotiated rulemaking scheduled for Dec. 16 Event End Date Fri, 12/17/2021 - 12:00 Event …

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First probable monkeypox case reported in Idaho

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… monkeypox case reported in Idaho July 6, 2022 Author DHW Communications Idaho Division of Public Health and Central … with the patient’s healthcare providers and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to ensure that the … voices. For more information about monkeypox, please visit: https://www.cdc.gov/monkeypox The Idaho Department of …

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DHW, Fish and Game officials urge caution after chronic wasting disease found in Idaho deer

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… disease found in Idaho deer November 23, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) … ill early in the infection. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there have been no … maintains a current map here ). For questions about CWD, visit the CDC website below or contact DHW’s Epidemiology …

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Idaho WIC temporarily increases food benefits

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… temporarily increases food benefits May 27, 2021 Author DHW communications Participants in the U.S. Department of … Agriculture’s (USDA) Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) will see a temporary … 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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Idaho adult dies from rabies infection

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… dies from rabies infection November 4, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … subsequent death reported in Idaho since 1978. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed 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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DHW partners with Get Tested COVID-19 to help Idahoans find testing in their communities

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… Get Tested COVID-19 to help Idahoans find testing in their communities October 22, 2020 Author DHW Communications The … Tested COVID-19 to maintain an active, accurate database for designated COVID-19 testing centers in Idaho. Get Tested … and testing sites that are close to home. Idahoans can visit get-tested-covid19.org and type in their ZIP code. The …

Public Notices & Meetings

Idaho WIC makes annual adjustment to income guidelines

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… Idaho WIC makes annual adjustment to income guidelines Type of notice/meeting Public Notice Idaho’s Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) will implement new … 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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Protect yourself and your pets from harmful algal blooms this summer

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… harmful algal blooms this summer June 28, 2024 Author DHW Communications Track water sampling locations and health … web page Report a potential harmful algal bloom: Online form (866) 671-5385 algae@deq.idaho.gov Summer is peak … Health Advisories Map for active health advisories before visiting Idaho’s water bodies. Following health advisories …

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New HIV initiative encourages testing, promotes prevention and awareness

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… prevention and awareness December 1, 2023 Author DHW Communications A new Idaho-based initiative seeks to empower … in line with a similar initiative launched by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “Today, Dec. 1, is World … care providers, community organizations, and Idahoans. Visit www.FindIdahoTesting.com and …

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West Nile virus activity rising across the state, state health officials say

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… state health officials say September 8, 2021 Author DHW Communications Human West Nile virus (WNV) infections as … in Idaho last year by Sept. 1. “The conditions are right for mosquitoes to transmit the virus now until a killing … annual vaccines for horses. For more information, please visit www.westnile.idaho.gov . The Idaho Department of …

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First confirmed infection with coronavirus variant in SW Idaho

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… variant in SW Idaho February 19, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … internationally and is thought to have been exposed before returning to Idaho. Epidemiologists at Southwest … information about the novel coronavirus, please visit https://coronavirus.idaho.gov/ . The Idaho Department …

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DHW’s Preston office to close in June; services continue to be available

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… services continue to be available May 25, 2021 Author DHW communications The Department of Health and Welfare is … various programs and assist Idahoans as they apply for Medicaid, Food Stamps, Cash Assistance, and Child Care … services.” Before the pandemic began, individuals primarily visited the office to apply for self-reliance benefits, such …

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First rabid bats of the season found in Bonneville and Payette counties; health officials urge caution around bats

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… officials urge caution around bats June 7, 2021 Author DHW Communications Idaho public health officials are reporting two bats have tested positive for rabies in Bonneville and Payette counties. These are the … rabies in Idaho, call your local public health district or visit …

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Fostering Family Adventures at Idaho State Parks

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… Adventures at Idaho State Parks April 29, 2025 Author DHW Communications The Idaho State Park Foster Family Passport program provides a park pass at no cost for foster families for all Idaho state parks, as well as … the kick-off event will also be made available on May 3. Visit the Idaho Family Passport Dropbox for downloads. …

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Two rabid bats found in Ada County; health officials urge caution around all bats

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… urge caution around all bats June 22, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr Idaho Public Health officials are reporting that … in Idaho each year from all areas of the state. The most common ways people may encounter a bat is when a pet brings … know if they find one. For more information about rabies visit Rabies page or call your local public health district …