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/news/first-human-infection-west-nile-virus-idaho-year
… Nile virus in Idaho this year August 4, 2023 Author DHW Communications Idaho’s first human West Nile virus (WNV) infection this year was identified in a Washington County resident over the age of 50 … water around our gardens and homes where mosquitoes can lay their eggs.” Symptoms of WNV infection often include …
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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 … September 15, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is pleased to announce that … Grant funds. These funds are a part of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) for Child Care Development Fund and are …
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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 … Hosted by Boise State Esports in partnership with the Department of Health and Welfare, this free event will take place on Thursday, April 17 from 4 – 9 p.m. at the Boise …
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/news/continuous-medicaid-enrollment-ends-april-1-first-batch-notices-issued-today-0
… batch of notices issued today February 1, 2023 Author DHW Communications During the federal COVID-19 public health emergency, states were not … are no longer qualified to get benefits. And recent federal law allows the department to remove Idahoans who no longer …
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/news/idaho-adult-dies-rabies-infection
… dies from rabies infection November 4, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare and Central District Health … (CDC) confirmed the diagnosis after testing at its lab. “This tragic case highlights how important it is that …
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/news/grant-program-seeks-retain-doctors-rural-idaho
… retain doctors in rural Idaho November 27, 2023 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare has selected 16 rural … funding isn’t limited to those candidates. The State legislature also appropriates funds to support the program. …
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/news/update-contact-phd-first-case-novel-coronavirus-reported-south-central-idaho-second-state
… South Central Public Health District (SCPHD) and the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) have confirmed a … is at home recovering from mild symptoms. She lives in Blaine County. She did not require hospitalization. The … and preserve capacity in our healthcare facilities. We are committed to working with our partners to provide the public …
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/news/dhw-supports-recommendation-extra-dose-covid-19-vaccine-those-weakened-immune-systems
… DHW supports recommendation for extra dose of COVID-19 vaccine for those … by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA ) and recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC ) … and hematologic malignancies Receipt of solid-organ transplant and taking immunosuppressive therapy Receipt of …
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/news/division-behavioral-health-host-mental-health-awareness-event-idaho-capitol
… awareness event at Idaho Capitol May 1, 2024 Author DHW Communications Gov. Brad Little will headline the speakers … health caregivers and professionals. Attendance is available in person at the Lincoln Auditorium or via live stream … being sponsored by the Division of Behavioral Health at the Department of Health and Welfare (DHW). “By fostering a …
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/news/first-confirmed-infection-coronavirus-variant-sw-idaho
… variant in SW Idaho February 19, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) and Southwest … causes COVID-19 in an adult male living in southwest Idaho. Laboratory testing identified the B.1.351 variant of …
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/news/west-nile-virus-activity-rising-across-state-state-health-officials-say
… state health officials say September 8, 2021 Author DHW Communications Human West Nile virus (WNV) infections as … pools and infections in horses are on the rise in Idaho. Detection of the virus has been reported in 13 counties, … 1. Only one human infection had been reported in Idaho last year by Sept. 1. “The conditions are right for …
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/news/ems-101-idaho-capitol-set-jan-22
… Idaho Capitol set for Jan. 22 January 19, 2024 Author DHW Communications An upcoming Emergency Medical Services (EMS) 101 event will provide a venue where lawmakers, reporters, and the public can learn more about …
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/news/ems-day-idaho-capitol-set-jan-23
… Idaho Capitol set for Jan. 23 January 18, 2023 Author DHW Communications Emergency Medical Services (EMS) in Idaho are at a crossroads. Challenged by population growth, a fragmented system of volunteers and paid staff, and Idaho’s inherently rural character, EMS leaders are working to get ahead of the crisis that looms if …
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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 … and Payette counties. These are the first rabid bats detected this season. In Bonneville County, a vaccinated dog … for people to avoid all bats and other wild animals, particularly if they appear sick or are acting aggressively or …
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/news/first-case-novel-coronavirus-idaho-has-been-confirmed
… confirmed March 13, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) and Central District … specimens were collected and sent to the Idaho Bureau of Laboratories, where laboratory testing confirmed the … breathing. If Idahoans have these symptoms and they become severe, they should call a healthcare provider to …
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/news/first-rabid-bat-season-found-bannock-county-health-officials-urge-caution-around-bats
… officials urge caution around bats June 17, 2022 Author DHW Communications Idaho public health officials confirmed the … medical management early after exposure. An Idaho man died last year after being exposed to a rabid bat,” said Dr. … veterinarian. “People should call their healthcare providers promptly if they believe they may have been bitten or …
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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 … will be better served thanks to $15 million in grants awarded in December 2022. In his 2022 budget, Gov. Brad Little … in other states because we didn’t have these services available in Idaho.” The $15 million in earmarked funds were …
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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 … The Payette Assessment and Care Center (PACC) is a place that will provide structure, safety, and a supportive …
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/news/harmful-algal-bloom-health-advisory-brownlee-and-hells-canyon-reservoirs
… and Hells Canyon Reservoirs August 5, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is issuing a harmful … recreational bodies of water. When temperatures rise, populations can bloom and toxic chemical compounds, or …
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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 (DHW) and Central District … safety measures. We know that the choices we’ve made in the last year to wear a face covering, keep our distance from …
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/news/idaho-reports-two-more-cases-covid-19-total-seven-state
… the state March 27, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, in conjunction with the … the age of 50. She is recovering well in her home under isolation and indicated experiencing mild symptoms that did not require hospitalization. This …
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/news/covid-19-media-briefing-set-tuesday-0
… media briefing set for Tuesday April 19, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) will hold a media … Dr. Christopher Ball, chief of the Idaho Bureau of Laboratories; Dr. Christine Hahn, Public Health medical …
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/news/covid-19-media-briefing-set-230-pm-tuesday-3
… briefing set for 2:30 p.m. Tuesday June 21, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) will hold a media … and Dr. Christopher Ball, chief of the Idaho Bureau of Laboratories. Members of the working media who would like to …
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/news/covid-19-media-briefing-set-230-pm-tuesday-1
… briefing set for 2:30 p.m. Tuesday May 24, 2021 Author DHW communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) will hold a media … and Dr. Christopher Ball, chief of the Idaho Bureau of Laboratories. Members of the working media who would like to …
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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 … received $2.4 million from the federal American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 to boost the Cash-Value Benefit (CVB) for …
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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 … with complex needs while they await more permanent placements. “The number of children coming into foster care …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-spring-valley-reservoir
… for Spring Valley Reservoir October 10, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is issuing a health … and monitor cyanobacteria harmful algal blooms (cyanoHABs). Late summer and fall is the season when water bodies are …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-thorn-creek-reservoir-south
… for Thorn Creek Reservoir, south October 4, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is issuing a health … and monitor cyanobacteria harmful algal blooms (cyanoHABs). Late summer and fall is the season when water bodies are …
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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 hold its regularly scheduled meeting at 8 a.m. MT Thursday, Aug. 15, via Webex and in Boise. Agenda items include an update from Director Alex Adams on progress to date …
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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 hold its regularly scheduled meeting at 8 a.m. MT Thursday, June 6, via Webex and in Boise. Agenda items include introduction of incoming Director Alex Adams, remarks by …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/university-idaho-extension
… 5880 N Glenwood St. Garden City , ID 83714 United States Services Phone Numbers To … Recognition. This program is offered 2-3 times per year, depending on interest, and offers varied delivery formats … only, in-person only, and hybrid delivery options available). To enroll, contact 208-287-5900 or email …
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/news/covid-19-vaccine-media-briefing-set-tuesday-11
… media briefing set for Tuesday March 29, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) will hold a media … and Dr. Christopher Ball, chief of the Idaho Bureau of Laboratories, also will attend the briefing. Members of the …
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/news/covid-19-media-briefing-set-tuesday
… media briefing set for Tuesday April 5, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) will hold a media … Dr. Christopher Ball, chief of the Idaho Bureau of Laboratories; Dr. Christine Hahn, state epidemiologist; and …
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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 … in the 2024 Northwest Radon Poster Contest . Poster designs will help educate about radon and encourage people … by March 28, 2024. Find contest submission forms, lesson plans, and rules at the Northwest Radon Poster Contest …
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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 hold its regularly scheduled meeting at 8 a.m. MT Thursday, Aug. 18, via … Officer Greg Stahl at the email address above for a video link. In accordance with title 74, chapter 2, the Idaho …
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/news/community-program-grants-fully-distributed-partners-announced
… Community Program grants fully distributed, partners … allocated to reach children impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic is fully distributed earlier than anticipated. No new … were a part of the federal government’s American Rescue Plan Act for Child Care Development Fund. They were allocated …
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/news/all-vaccinated-adults-idaho-are-now-eligible-booster-dose-covid-19-vaccine
… dose of COVID-19 vaccine November 19, 2021 Author DHW Communications In light of today’s CDC recommendation, the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is encouraging all … Practices that COVID-19 vaccine boosters be made available to all adults. These decisions expand booster dose …
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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 hold its regularly scheduled meeting at 8 a.m. MT Thursday, Nov. 10, via … Officer Greg Stahl ( Greg.Stahl@dhw.idaho.gov ) for a video link. In accordance with title 74, chapter 2, the Idaho …
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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 hold its regularly scheduled meeting at 8 a.m. MT Thursday, Feb. 16, via … Officer Greg Stahl at Greg.Stahl@dhw.idaho.gov for a video link. In accordance with title 74, chapter 2, the Idaho …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-meet-may-18
… Health and Welfare to meet May 18 May 15, 2023 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will hold its regularly scheduled meeting at 8 a.m. MT Thursday, May 18, via … join the meeting by Webex should register at the link provided at the top of the agenda. In accordance with title 74, …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-meet-august-17
… and Welfare to meet August 17 August 14, 2023 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will hold its regularly scheduled meeting at 8 a.m. MT Thursday, Aug. 17, via … join the meeting by Webex should register at the link provided at the top of the agenda. In accordance with title 74, …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-meet-friday-vote-rule-crisis-standards-care
… to meet Friday to vote on rule for crisis standards of care December 8, 2020 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will … under Public Meetings when a draft is available. Read the full agenda . Read the temporary rule. To …
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/news/covid-19-media-briefing-set-230-pm-tuesday-12
… set for 2:30 p.m. Tuesday September 27, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) will hold a media … Dr. Christopher Ball, chief of the Idaho Bureau of Laboratories; and Sarah Leeds, manager of the Idaho …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-meet-nov-10
… The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will hold its regularly scheduled meeting at 8 a.m. MT Wednesday, Nov. 10, via … that can adopt, amend, or repeal rules and standards of the department. The board's seven citizen members are appointed … 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-may-19
… Health and Welfare to meet May 19 May 16, 2022 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will hold its regularly scheduled meeting at 8 a.m. MT thursday, May 19, via … that can adopt, amend, or repeal rules and standards of the department. The board's seven citizen members are appointed …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-meet-november-14
… and Welfare to meet November 14 November 8, 2023 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will hold its regularly scheduled meeting at 8 a.m. MT Tuesday, Nov. 14, via … that can adopt, amend, or repeal rules and standards of the department. The board’s seven citizen members are appointed …
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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 hold its regularly scheduled meeting at 8 a.m. MT Thursday, Feb. 17, via … that can adopt, amend, or repeal rules and standards of the department. The board's seven citizen members are appointed …
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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 … open in the fall and children engaged in their extracurricular activities.” To find a vaccine provider, please visit …
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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 designed to help rural communities attract and retain nurses. The Idaho Legislature enacted the Rural Nursing Loan Repayment Program in …
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/news/dhw-publish-weekly-information-about-covid-19-and-long-term-care-facilities
… facilities June 5, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is announcing that … to protect personal health information. “We have re-examined the data, which unfortunately includes an increasing … for the Division of Public Health. “It’s a delicate balance to protect the privacy of Idahoans while also being as …