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/news/health-advisory-issued-winchester-lake-lewis-county
… Health advisory issued for Winchester Lake in Lewis County July 10, 2025 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW), … algae@deq.idaho.gov . Monitor media reports and DHW’s website for health advisories. Cyanobacteria are a natural part …
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/about-dhw/language-assistance
… auxiliary aids and services free of charge. View a printable version of this document Language Contact English We … auxiliary aids and services free of charge. 1-800-926-2588 (TTY: 711) Español (Spanish) Brindamos servicios de … y apoyo auxiliar adecuados de forma gratuita. 1-800-926-2588 (TTY: 711) Kiswahili (Swahili) Tunatoa huduma za …
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/news/dhw-offers-negotiated-rulemaking-opportunities-march
… DHW offers negotiated rulemaking opportunities in March March 14, 2022 Author DHW Communications The March edition of the Idaho Administrative … links below to go to Office of the Administrative Rules website to review the negotiated rulemakings for DHW. Docket …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-eagle-bar-hells-canyon-reservoir
… Health advisory issued for Eagle Bar in Hells Canyon Reservoir August 21, 2025 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is … algae@deq.idaho.gov . Monitor media reports and DHW’s website for health advisories. Cyanobacteria are a natural part …
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/news/september-administrative-bulletin-contains-three-notices-dhw
… September Administrative Bulletin contains three notices for DHW September 3, 2020 Author DHW Communications The September edition of the Idaho … below to go to Office of the Administrative Rules (OAR) website to review the Bulletin notice for changes or notices …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/dhw-hosts-zero-based-rulemaking-public-hearing-docket-16-0317-2201
… DHW hosts a Zero-Based Rulemaking Public Hearing - Docket 16-0317-2201 Medicare … by close of business on Friday, April 1. Submit your comments by Email: Jennifer.Pinkerton@dhw.idaho.gov · Stay informed about updates to Medicaid Policy via DHW website: … · Updated draft rules will publish in an upcoming Administrative Bulletin at …
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/providers/behavioral-health-providers/driving-under-influence-evaluators
… Driving Under the Influence (DUI) evaluations must be completed by a substance use disorder service provider … Blaine 208-788-5521 Boise 208-392-4431 Bonner 208-265-1432 Bonneville 208-529-1350 Boundary 208-267-5504 Butte …
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/providers/2026-idaho-rural-healthcare-conference/shaping-future-rural-health-idaho
… Shaping the future of rural health in Idaho Community-driven innovation, integration, and impact. Join … Idaho’s communities and is designed to convene providers, leaders, and partners to share perspectives, strengthen … directly at (208) 343-1871 no later than April 10th, 2026, to make your room reservation. Please book your room …
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/health-wellness/healthy-infants-children/oral-health
… care and poor oral health in children. Thanks to multiple sources of funding, the program has expanded its reach to … as the primary source of oral health surveillance and community-based oral disease prevention programs. The IOHP … Homes in Idaho State Oral Health Improvement Plan 2021-2026 State Oral Health Improvement Plan 2024 Annual Partner …
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/services-programs/medicaid-health/apply-adult-developmental-disabilities-programs
… makes the most sense to you, either at home or out in the community. The type of help you can get depends on the … Community Based Services Medicaid. After that, you must complete a separate application and assessment for the DD … Caribou, Franklin, Oneida, Power 1070 Hiline Road, Suite 260 Pocatello, ID 83201 (P) 1-208-239-6260 (F) …
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/services-programs/211
… Welcome to 211 The 211 Idaho CareLine is a free, statewide … housing, mental health, and more. Simply dial 211 or 800-926-2588 or text 898211 to be connected to a 211 community … Request Are you raising a child when their parents are unable to? Resources and support are available. Kinship Support …
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/providers/child-care-providers/professional-development-and-continuing-education
… Development and Continuing Education Resources are available to Idaho licensed child care providers to either complete the required continuing education credits or participate in the professional development …
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/services-programs/trainings-and-information
… and information sessions about the new budget model. In the coming months as we begin to launch new services and budget model the department will schedule and host these sessions. This information is subject to … of the new model - Impact on self-direction - April 26, 2022 Service Coordinators An overview of the new model - …
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/news/surveyors-complete-115-infection-control-surveys-idaho-nursing-homes
… Surveyors complete 115 infection control surveys in Idaho nursing … with them in this fight against COVID-19 and have completed 115 targeted infection control surveys in Idaho … control surveys in the following circumstances: Perform on-site surveys of nursing homes with previous COVID-19 …
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/news/vapeelectronic-smoking-device-retailers-are-required-get-tobacco-permit-starting-july-1
… Vape/electronic smoking device retailers are required to get a tobacco permit, starting July 1 … from tobacco or nicotine; or electronic smoking devices, components, parts, or accessories will be required to obtain …
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/news/booster-doses-pfizer-covid-19-vaccine-now-available-some-people-who-have-had-pfizer-two-dose
… Booster doses of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine now available for some people who have had Pfizer two-dose series September 24, 2021 … of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the recommendation by the Centers for Disease Control and …
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/news/vapeelectronic-smoking-device-retailers-are-required-get-tobacco-permit-starting-july-1-0
… Vape/electronic smoking device retailers are required to get a tobacco permit, starting July 1 … from tobacco or nicotine; or electronic smoking devices, components, parts, or accessories will be required to obtain …
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/news/booster-doses-moderna-johnson-johnson-vaccines-now-available-some-people
… doses of Moderna, Johnson & Johnson vaccines now available for some people October 22, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare …
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/news/monkeypox-sample-handling-error-leads-internal-lab-investigation
… Monkeypox sample handling error leads to internal lab investigation August 2, 2022 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Bureau of Laboratories yesterday …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/division-collecting-public-comments-division-family-and-community
… Division is collecting public comments for Division of Family and Community Services is collecting public comments Type of notice/meeting Public Notice …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/infant-toddler-coordinating-council-scheduled-meet-nov-5
… The Infant Toddler Coordinating Council is scheduled to meet Nov. 5 The Infant Toddler Coordinating Council is scheduled to meet at 10 a.m. MDT …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/dhw-hosts-negotiated-rulemakings-grant-funding-idaho-council-domestic
… DHW hosts negotiated rulemakings for grant funding for Idaho Council on Domestic Violence and Victim Assistance Type of notice/meeting Public Notice The department will host virtual negotiated rulemakings for 16.05.04 – Grant funding for Idaho Council on …
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/news/covid-19-now-leading-cause-death-idaho
… COVID-19 is now the leading cause of death in Idaho December 10, 2020 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare has … deaths which are shown on Idaho's coronavirus.idaho.gov website, and therefore, will not match the mortality counts on …
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/news/dhws-preston-office-close-june-services-continue-be-available
… office to close in June; services continue to be available May 25, 2021 Author DHW communications The Department of Health and Welfare is … Before the pandemic began, individuals primarily visited the office to apply for self-reliance benefits, such …
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/news/two-severe-allergic-reactions-reported-after-covid-19-vaccination-idaho
… Two severe allergic reactions reported after COVID-19 vaccination in Idaho December 22, 2020 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Division of Public Health has … fever, fatigue, headache, chills, soreness at the injection site, among others. They usually don’t last longer than a …
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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, … preliminary approach for prioritizing Group 3 to Gov. Little February 20, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho … against including Bureau of Reclamation dam workers, “on-site” apartment staff, Airbnb hosts, hotel workers, and …
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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 February 5, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho … Those slide decks will be available on the committee’s website . Additional clarifying votes will be made in the …
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/news/first-probable-monkeypox-case-reported-idaho
… First probable monkeypox case reported in Idaho July 6, 2022 Author DHW Communications Idaho Division of Public Health and Central … was performed at the Idaho Bureau of Laboratories, and samples are being sent to CDC for confirmation of the monkeypox …
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/providers/improving-child-welfare-statewide/dhw-aims-increase-foster-homes-idaho
… homes in Idaho In an effort to improve child welfare outcomes in Idaho, the Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) … of foster homes from 0.75 in June 2024 to 1.5 by July 2026. Emphasizing this goal means that all department … business analysts for federal programs, and every role in between—are uniting to achieve the overarching goal of …
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/providers/certified-family-homes/certification-and-recertification
… when a paid caregiver also provides housing to the vulnerable adult for whom they provide care. Customer information is … in getting started as a provider. Initial Certification Complete and submit Application Part A . After Application … you may submit payment by calling CRU directly at: 1-800-726-2952 A 3% convenience fee applies when paying by phone or …
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/services-programs/medicaid-health/womens-health-fit-fall-quit-smoking/womens-health-check
… early detection program. We work closely with the Idaho Comprehensive Cancer Control Program to address high rates … Be here today and tomorrow. Call your provider to schedule your cancer screening today if you are due. Check your … Medicare or cannot afford Medicare Part B Income limits 2026 Federal Poverty Guidelines (200%) PERSONS IN …
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/news/first-rabid-bats-season-found-bonneville-and-payette-counties-health-officials-urge-caution
… First rabid bats of the season found in Bonneville and Payette counties; health officials urge caution around bats June 7, 2021 Author DHW Communications Idaho public health officials are reporting … exposure is extremely effective in preventing rabies,” Dr. Leslie Tengelsen, state public health veterinarian, said. …
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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 supply and demand, all Idahoans in that age range regardless of medical condition would become eligible for vaccine. …
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/news/covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-sends-final-recommendations-group-3-gov-little
… COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee sends final recommendations for Group 3 to Gov. Little March 19, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho … eligible for COVID-19 vaccine now as part of Group 3, regardless of age distribution or medical condition. CVAC is also …
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/providers/acute-and-continuing-care/outpatient-physical-therapyspeech-pathology
… designed to upgrade the physical functioning of disabled individuals by bringing specialized rehabilitation staff … Certification of an OPT/SP provider, an applicant must complete and submit an application packet. Application … through the Bureau of Facility Standards at 208-334-6626, option 4. Application process and forms The application …
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/health-wellness/diseases-conditions/flu-seasonal-and-pandemic
… lungs. It can cause mild to severe illness and at times can lead to death. The best way to prevent the flu is by getting … and prevention Flu is different from a cold. Flu usually comes on suddenly. People who have flu often feel some or … Control and Prevention (CDC): FAQs on Flu Season 2025-2026 Learn what's new this flu season and how the CDC …
Service & Program Gateway
/services-programs/children-families-older-adults/child-and-family-services-and-foster-care-7
… so they grow up to be happy and productive members of our communities. Report Abuse, Neglect, and Abandonment Idaho receives nearly 23,000 calls per … are a current or former foster youth between the ages of 14-26, find out what services you may be eligible for. Services …
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/services-programs/children-families-older-adults/child-and-family-services-and-foster-care/child
… services business office numbers 1 208-769-1515 - Coeur d'Alene 208-784-1352 - Kellogg 208-265-4523 - Ponderay 2 877-799-4360 - Lewiston 208-983-2522 - … 208-678-0974 - Burley 208-734-4000 - Twin Falls 6 208-782-2600 - Blackfoot 208-239-6200 - Pocatello 7 208-528-5900 - …
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/radon-contest-poster-form
… Radon Contest Poster Form Please fill out the form below in its entirety. At the bottom … No entry forms will be accepted prior to January 1, 2026. Entry forms must be received by 11:59 PM on February 28, … airquality@nezperce.org lucas.bair@spokanetribe.com brittney.nomee@cdatribe-nsn.gov Radon Poster Contest …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-adopts-rule-timely-activation-crisis-standards-care
… Board of Health and Welfare adopts rule for timely activation of crisis standards of care December 11, 2020 Author DHW Communications At an emergency board meeting today, the … rulemaking advisory body that can adopt, amend, or repeal rules and standards of the Idaho Department of Health and …
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/news/idaho-foster-youth-invited-connect-boise-state-student-athletes-blue
… foster youth invited to connect with Boise State student-athletes on the BLUE October 31, 2025 Author DHW Communications Idaho kids in foster care will have the … look forward to this event each year,” said Sara Whiles, Boise State associate athletic director, BroncoLife and …
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/news/boise-state-student-athletes-host-foster-families-iconic-blue-turf
… Boise State student-athletes to host foster families on iconic BLUE turf October 10, 2024 Author DHW Communications Idaho kids in foster care have the chance to … day,” said Boise State Associate Athletic Director Sara Whiles. “Our student-athletes are eager to spend time with …
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/news/west-nile-virus-detected-elmore-county-mosquitoes
… West Nile virus detected in Elmore County mosquitoes August 3, 2022 Author DHW Communications Mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus (WNV) … right for transmission of the virus to people,” said Dr. Leslie Tengelsen, state public health veterinarian. “This is …
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/news/first-human-infection-west-nile-virus-idaho-year
… First human infection of West Nile virus in Idaho this year August 4, 2023 Author DHW Communications Idaho’s first human West Nile virus (WNV) … to protect themselves and their families,” said Dr. Leslie Tengelsen, state public health veterinarian. …
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/news/statement-dhw-director-dave-jeppesen-about-legislative-services-office-audit
… Statement from DHW Director Dave Jeppesen about Legislative Services Office audit August 21, 2023 Author DHW Communications Department of Health and Welfare Director … of the grants due to his conflict of interest, unless the AG appoints a special prosecutor. AG Labrador’s …
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/news/west-nile-virus-activity-rising-across-state-state-health-officials-say
… West Nile virus activity rising across the state, state health officials say September 8, 2021 Author DHW Communications Human West Nile virus (WNV) infections as … frost eliminates the mosquito populations,” said Dr. Leslie Tengelsen, Idaho state public health veterinarian in …
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/news/october-administrative-bulletin-contains-three-dockets-public-hearings-0
… October Administrative Bulletin contains three dockets with public hearings October 8, 2020 Author DHW Communications Three dockets in the October edition of the … about changes to Department of Health and Welfare rules. Click on the Docket number below for more information. …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-meet-friday-vote-rule-crisis-standards-care
… Board of Health and Welfare 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 … and advisory body that can adopt, amend, or repeal rules and standards of the department. The board's seven …
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/news/dhw-hold-public-meetings-negotiated-rulemaking
… DHW to hold public meetings for negotiated rulemaking February 4, 2021 Author DHW Communications The February issue of the Idaho … to the Department of Health and Welfare’s administrative rules that require public meetings on the negotiated …
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/news/all-vaccinated-adults-idaho-are-now-eligible-booster-dose-covid-19-vaccine
… All vaccinated adults in Idaho are now eligible for a booster dose of COVID-19 vaccine November 19, 2021 Author DHW Communications In light of today’s CDC recommendation, the … expand booster dose eligibility to all adults, regardless of vaccine brand. Use the Vaccine Finder for more …