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/news/one-year-later-support-group-series-highlights-resilience-strategies-learned-year-covid-19
… learned from a year of COVID-19 March 22, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare, in … to announce a series of virtual, interactive support groups for all Idahoans interested in learning how to cope with the … and stress of a year of COVID-19. “This is a chance for Idahoans to connect and maybe even make new friends …
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/news/idaho-providing-race-and-ethnicity-data-vaccine-data-dashboard-starting-today
… data dashboard starting today March 1, 2021 Author DHW Communications Race and ethnicity data will be available … . The data will be updated by 5 p.m. daily, except for Sundays and holidays. “Idaho and DHW are committed to … Dave Jeppesen. “Race and ethnicity are not mandatory for patients to report, but if the patient provides this …
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/news/boise-state-student-athletes-host-foster-families-iconic-blue-turf
… families on iconic BLUE turf October 10, 2024 Author DHW Communications Idaho kids in foster care have the chance to … foster children and foster families from across Idaho for an unforgettable experience on the iconic BLUE turf at Albertsons …
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/news/awards-community-partners-address-learning-loss-and-behavioral-health-supports-children
… Awards to community partners address learning loss and behavioral … funds are a part of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) for Child Care Development Fund and are targeted at … learning loss and behavioral health supports needed for children in Idaho during the COVID-19 pandemic. During …
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/news/loan-repayment-program-seeks-retain-idahos-rural-nurses
… to retain Idaho’s rural nurses February 15, 2024 Author DHW Communications Fifty Idaho nurses have been selected for loan repayment assistance under a new state program … or licensed practical nurses (LPNs) practicing patient care for a minimum of 32 hours per week in rural and underserved …
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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 … kits on how to use them are also available. The process for requesting kits remains the same as the previous … program. To order, organizations complete online request forms through either the Division of Behavioral Health or …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/dhw-seeks-public-comment-preventive-health-and-health-services-block
… DHW seeks public comment on Preventive Health and Health Services Block Grant … the proposed use of funds during federal fiscal year 2022 for the Preventive Health & Health Services Block Grant. A … 18 via teleconference call-in. The plan will be available for public review, and copies may be obtained through …
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/news/medicaid-members-offered-free-credit-and-theft-protection-monitoring-after-possible-data
… after possible data breach June 12, 2023 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … member identification numbers, billing codes, and dates for certain services received by 2,501 members, or 0.7% of … there is no evidence that any of the potentially exposed information has been used. Gainwell provides fiscal-agent …
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/news/influenza-contributes-washington-county-childs-death
… Washington County child’s death January 5, 2023 Author DHW Communications A Washington County child is Idaho’s first … death among Idahoans younger than 18 years of age for the 2022-2023 season. The pediatric death was announced … children are unusual, flu can be very serious, and not just for those 65 years and older,” said Idaho Influenza …
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/news/community-program-grants-fully-distributed-partners-announced
… Community Program grants fully distributed, partners … distributed earlier than anticipated. No new applications for the Idaho Community Program grants will be accepted. The … a part of the federal government’s American Rescue Plan Act for Child Care Development Fund. They were allocated to …
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/news/idaho-covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-meet-friday-0
… Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee to meet Friday December 15, 2020 Author DHW … from the local public health districts about their plans for COVID-19 vaccine. Read the full agenda. Members of the … American Sign Language services is now available for committee meetings, starting Dec. 18. The Idaho COVID-19 …
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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 … brands. People should be aware of possible health risks before consuming raw, unpasteurized dairy products or … members, particularly people who might be at higher risk for illness, including young children, pregnant women, the …
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/news/idaho-deactivates-crisis-standards-care-northern-idaho-continues-monitor-omicron
… continues to monitor Omicron December 20, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … accordance with IDAPA 16.02.09 – Crisis Standards of Care For Healthcare Entities. While the number of COVID-19 … the healthcare resources available. “While this is good news for Idaho, we’re still watching the Omicron variant …
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/news/dhw-expects-2-5-percent-increase-weekly-covid-19-vaccine-doses
… weekly COVID-19 vaccine doses January 15, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare has … Idaho is anticipating receiving 20,950 doses each week for the foreseeable future. Along with other states, Idaho is …
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/news/idaho-covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-meet-friday-5
… Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee to meet Friday March 4, 2021 Author DHW … groups 1 and 2 and will discuss additional considerations for Group 3. Read the full agenda. The meeting is open to … American Sign Language services is available for committee meetings. The Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory …
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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 … state’s supply because there is more than enough vaccine for those who want it and toward how many people are getting …
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/news/idaho-foster-youth-invited-connect-boise-state-student-athletes-blue
… student-athletes on the BLUE October 31, 2025 Author DHW Communications Idaho kids in foster care will have the … and mentorship. “We’re excited to once again offer this unforgettable experience for foster youth and families from across Idaho,” said DHW …
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/news/state-comm-host-news-conference-featuring-unique-partnership-helps-facilitate-eye-and-tissue
… State Comm to host news conference featuring unique partnership that helps … Department will gather on Monday, Nov. 6, at 2:30 p.m. for a news conference that will feature a unique 10-year … Where : Idaho Statewide Communications Center, 700 S. Stratford Dr., Meridian, Building 7 When : Monday, Nov. 6 at 2:30 …
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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 … in the reporting of a false positive monkeypox test result for one patient in southwest Idaho, and a false negative test result for another patient. The affected patients and their …
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/news/idaho-covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-meet-friday-2
… Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee to meet Friday January 20, 2021 Author DHW … American Sign Language services is available for committee meetings. The Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee was formed by the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare at the …
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April idaho Administrative Bulletin contains seven dockets with changes or notices about rulemakings
/news/april-idaho-administrative-bulletin-contains-seven-dockets-changes-or-notices-about
… or notices about rulemakings April 7, 2021 Author DHW Communications The April Idaho Administrative Bulletin … Rules website to review the notice from the bulletin for changes or notices about rulemakings within the … and Welfare. These notices of negotiated rulemaking are all for chapters that are being rewritten this year in …
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/news/how-covid-19-cases-are-counted
… How COVID-19 cases are counted March 22, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr Local public health districts may be announcing … and submitted to the state. This is standard practice for all communicable diseases and done, in part, to ensure we count …
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/news/vaccine-advisory-committee-recommends-idaho-accept-early-distribution-covid-19-vaccine
… Vaccine Advisory Committee recommends Idaho accept early distribution of … our commitment to providing a safe and effective vaccine for Idahoans,” said Sarah Leeds, Idaho Immunization Program … could administer it to some Idahoans sooner.” The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is asking every …
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/news/idaho-submits-waiver-request-exclude-soft-drinks-and-candy-snap-purchases
… and candy from SNAP purchases May 16, 2025 Author DHW Communications Following direction from Idaho Gov. Brad … the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare submitted a formal request to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) … soft drinks and candy from the list of items eligible for purchase through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance …
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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 Hawks baseball team for a special Foster Family Night on Friday, June 6, at … and children in attendance and provide a welcoming space for families to connect and enjoy America’s pastime …
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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 … American Sign Language services is now available for committee meetings. The Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee was formed by the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare at the …
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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 … American Sign Language services is available for committee meetings. The Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee was formed by the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare at the …
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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 … and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). The potential for elevated respiratory infections due to co-circulation of …
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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 … of Idahoans. Learn more at healthandwelfare.idaho.gov . For more information, contact: Greg Stahl, public …
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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 … The DBH COVID-19 website provides substantial resources, information, and real time updates, including information on …
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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 … The Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee was formed by the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare at the … at healthandwelfare.idaho.gov . Media inquiries: Niki Forbing-Orr Public Information Manager (208) 334-0668 …
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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 … governor's office, and the chairs of the germane committees for the Health and Welfare committees in the Idaho … at healthandwelfare.idaho.gov . Media Contact: Niki Forbing-Orr Public Information Manager (208) 334-0668 …
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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 … governor's office, and the chairs of the germane committees for the Health and Welfare committees in the Idaho … more at healthandwelfare.idaho.gov . Media contact: Niki Forbing-Orr Public Information Manager 208-334-0668 …
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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 … governor's office, and the chairs of the germane committees for the Health and Welfare committees in the Idaho … more at healthandwelfare.idaho.gov . Media Contact: Niki Forbing-Orr Public Information Manager 208-334-0668 …
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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 … Zogg, SWDH director. COVID-19 vaccination is recommended for parents and prospective parents, including pregnant …
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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 … and future variants and are committed to transparency in informing the public what we know when we know it." The BA.1 …
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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 ) for a video link. In accordance with title 74, chapter 2, …
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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 … will administer the entire system of behavioral health care for Idaho, including Idahoans who have Medicaid, other types …
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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 for a video link. In accordance with title 74, chapter 2, …
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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 … dates, but some people may have bought the product before the recall announcement. Families should check their …
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 reflects on the state's progress in improving its performance relative to selected state and national performance …
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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 a video link. In accordance with title 74, chapter 2, …
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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 …
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 supplies, consumables, and laboratory equipment. “We’re …
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/news/public-comment-accepted-behavioral-health-standards-through-aug-3
… Public comment accepted on behavioral health standards through Aug. … DHW Communications As the Behavioral Health Authority for the State of Idaho, the Division of Behavioral Health … Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (CANS) Homes for Adult Rehabilitation Treatment (HART) Wraparound …