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/news/dhw-announces-covid-19-funding-hospitals-and-free-standing-primaryurgent-care-clinics
… can start applying immediately for funding made available by Gov. Brad Little last week to address the dire … following uses: Relieving staffing shortages, including retention bonuses Hiring new staff at higher rates of pay … hospitals operating in Idaho are eligible and can submit a completed attestation. Interested hospitals should …
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/news/idaho-public-health-officials-work-healthcare-providers-identify-additional-diagnoses
… Syndrome in Children (MIS-C) January 28, 2021 Author DHW Communications Seven Idaho children diagnosed with MIS-C between November 2020 and early January 2021 are being added … with healthcare providers serving the Treasure Valley, these cases were found to have not previously been …
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/news/blaine-and-twin-falls-counties-claim-first-two-flu-related-deaths-season-both-also-had-covid
… season. Both also had COVID-19. November 4, 2020 Author DHW Communications A Blaine-County man older than 60 years of … risk of influenza-related complications,” said Dr. Leslie Tengelsen, the Idaho influenza surveillance coordinator. “I encourage everyone to get their annual flu vaccine as soon as possible to reduce …
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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) … rentals to temporarily house foster children with complex needs while they await more permanent placements. “The … housing program to keep kids safe,” said DHW Youth Safety and Permanency Administrator Jean Fisher. “The …
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/news/vaccine-advisory-committee-clarifies-priority-groups-covid-19-vaccine
… Vaccine Advisory Committee clarifies priority groups for COVID-19 vaccine … recommendations that will be considered by Gov. Brad Little. “These votes are aimed at ensuring Idaho’s critical and … is available,” said Elke Shaw-Tulloch, CVAC’s executive secretary and administrator of the Division of Public Health, …
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/news/idaho-expands-crisis-standards-care-statewide-due-surge-covid-19-patients-requiring-0
… Director Dave Jeppesen convened the CSC Activation Advisory Committee virtually on Sept. 15. The committee recommended … best way to end crisis standards of care is for more people to get vaccinated. It dramatically reduces your chances of …
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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 … deactivated Crisis Standards of Care (CSC) in the Panhandle Health District in accordance with IDAPA 16.02.09 – … Dave Jeppesen. “Omicron seems to spread more easily between people, and we all need to keep taking precautions …
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/news/idaho-activates-crisis-standards-care-three-health-districts-southern-idaho
… districts in southern Idaho January 24, 2022 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … The high number of both clinical and non-clinical staff unable to work due to the impacts of COVID-19 infections coupled … have enough resources to adequately treat patients. Please get vaccinated and boosted if you can and wear a high-quality …
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/news/idaho-deactivates-crisis-standards-care-conditions-improve-some-hospitals-are-still-reporting
… are still reporting stress February 15, 2022 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … is still very high,” said DHW Director Dave Jeppesen. “Please continue to take the recommended precautions and get vaccinated and boosted, wear a mask in public places, and …
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/news/idaho-lawmakers-help-raise-more-66k-youth-foster-care
… $66k for youth in foster care December 23, 2025 Author DHW Communications For the second year in a row, members of the Idaho Legislature’s Republican Caucus helped spearhead a Christmas … during the holidays.” The gift cards will help youth meet essential needs as they prepare for key transitions such …
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/news/dhw-recommends-idaho-providers-follow-fda-and-cdc-guidance-temporarily-pause-administering
… DHW recommends Idaho providers follow FDA and CDC guidance to … Johnson & Johnson vaccine until more information is available from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention … have received the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Vaccine safety is the nation’s and Idaho’s No. 1 priority. The CDC and …
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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 Program for Women, Infants, and Children … September benefits for the purchase of fresh fruits and vegetables. Idaho received $2.4 million from the federal …
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/news/papa-murphys-cookie-dough-likely-linked-salmonella-infections
… linked to Salmonella infections May 23, 2023 Author DHW Communications Division of Public Health officials with the … Idaho public health districts have identified four people in Idaho with Salmonella infections (salmonellosis). The … neighboring state, and federal public health and food safety partners to investigate any additional cases of …
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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 Little, the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare submitted a … health,” Little said. “I appreciate the support of USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., …
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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 Little, announced today that Idaho continues to thrive during … the actions of Idahoans in protecting their neighbors and getting the COVID-19 vaccine, Idaho’s schools and businesses …
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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 funding from the Medicaid Provider CFAC … is the second round of the funding opportunity and is targeted at Medicaid providers who receive 20% or more of their …
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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 … Committee on Friday recommended the state accept what’s called early distribution of a COVID-19 vaccine. Doing so would … Idaho Immunization Program manager. “And it would help us get a small number of doses of the vaccine here sooner, so we …
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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 … June 6, at Memorial Stadium in Boise. The event will celebrate the commitment of Idaho’s foster families during the … for families to connect and enjoy America’s pastime together. Department Deputy Director Monty Prow will be on hand …
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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 … Boise State Esports Arena. Designed to bring families together through the power of play, Game On at BSU Esports will … a fun and competitive environment. Boise State Esports athletes will be on hand to mentor youth, offering guidance on …
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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 … of concern of the virus that causes COVID-19 in an adult male living in southwest Idaho. Laboratory testing identified … internationally and is thought to have been exposed before returning to Idaho. Epidemiologists at Southwest District …
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/news/state-require-proof-residency-or-work-idaho-vaccine-appointments
… Idaho for vaccine appointments February 23, 2021 Author DHW Communications CORRECTION: Some vaccine providers may scan … record as part of their existing process, but copies of letters, utility bills, or vouchers will not be copied or …
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/news/idaho-snap-benefits-can-now-be-used-online-purchases-amazon-and-walmart
… Forbing-Orr The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is pleased to announce that Idaho families receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits can … delivery will have to pay any delivery fee out of pocket. SNAP benefits do not cover these costs. “As stay-at-home …
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/news/idaho-behavioral-health-council-seeks-public-comment-draft-new-strategic-plan
… Idaho Behavioral Health Council seeks public comment on draft of new strategic plan May 21, 2021 Author … The Idaho Behavioral Health Council has today released the first draft of its strategic plan to improve care … of the plan is expected to be published later in June. Meeting instructions and a Zoom link will be emailed to …
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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 … causes COVID-19. The individual infected is an adult female who lives in Ada County. The woman had traveled out of … and quickly than other variants. This variant was first detected in the US at the end of December 2020. The Centers …
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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, the Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is launching … impacts of illicit drug use.” Director Cameron submitted a letter to Governor Little today with details about the …
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/news/idaho-behavioral-health-council-seeks-public-comment-inform-new-strategic-plan
… Idaho Behavioral Health Council seeks public comment to inform new strategic plan March 16, 2021 Author … (the Executive Branch, Idaho Supreme Court, and the Idaho Legislature) working to improve care for Idahoans with … items that should be included in the strategic plan. Meeting instructions and a Zoom link will be emailed to …
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/news/two-idaho-children-have-died-flu-related-causes
… that can reduce the severity and duration of the illness.” Getting an annual flu vaccine is the best way to protect … important if you have a higher risk for severe illness and complications from influenza. Consult with a healthcare … for you, based on your medical history and age. Certain people have a higher risk of complications from influenza, …
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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 entering foster care and to facilitate youth returning to their homes through family reunification, the … the child welfare system, they will automatically be eligible to receive services. No additional screening for …
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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 … after consumption of raw milk. Since Aug. 1, 2025, at least 23 cases of Campylobacter, including six children … in which milk is heated to a specific temperature for a set time to kill harmful bacteria in the milk. Raw milk can …
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/news/radon-poster-contest-now-open-students-idaho-oregon-and-washington
… Idaho, Oregon, and Washington January 10, 2023 Author DHW Communications Students across the Northwest are encouraged to get creative and help raise awareness about the dangers of … way to know if a home has radon because the gas is colorless, odorless, and tasteless. Long-term radon exposure is …
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/news/how-covid-19-cases-are-counted
… may be announcing cases of COVID-19 that are not reflected in the state’s numbers at coronavirus.idaho.gov. The … of disease the local public health districts have not yet determined to be confirmed though investigations 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/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 … for those who want it and toward how many people are getting vaccinated, charts showing doses administered and …
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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 gathered Friday, May 3, from … Idaho, NAMI Idaho, FYIdaho, the Northwest PANDAs/PANS Network, and DHW. Date : May 3 Time : 1-3 p.m. Location : …
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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 … mRNA COVID-19 vaccines to follow the recommendation and get an extra dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 28 days after a second dose. There are no CDC or state …
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/news/idaho-health-and-welfare-and-idaho-parks-and-rec-partner-offer-opportunities-foster-families
… Opportunities for Foster Families August 5, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) … the state teaching practical outdoor skills like how to set up a tent and how to properly put out a fire. “Over a … generosity. This is what I hope will be one of many examples of employers and organizations working together for …
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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 Society’s Idaho State Museum are excited to announce a new … heritage. Early in 2025, foster families will receive reusable museum passes that grant unlimited visits to the Idaho …
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Department of Health and Welfare begins hiring for 63 positions to strengthen child welfare services
/news/department-health-and-welfare-begins-hiring-63-positions-strengthen-child-welfare-services
… to strengthen child welfare services May 7, 2025 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … across the state. These positions, approved by the Idaho Legislature earlier this year, are part of a broader effort … constituting the largest increase in child welfare budgeting in Idaho’s history. These funds will help expand …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/idaho-medicaid-hosts-public-hearing-may-12-about-medicaid-plus-waiver
… May 12 about Medicaid Plus Waiver renewal Type of notice/meeting Public Meeting The current Idaho Medicaid Plus … The department will make technical changes to revise or delete obsolete language, provisions, or web references. Idaho … of Medicaid, 450 West State St., Boise https://idhw.webex.com/idhw/j.php?MTID=m40c3a5aa6abc72ce0d6b6ac07c996281 …
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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 … the privacy of the child’s grieving family, no further details will be released to the public. “Our hearts go out to the family of …
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/news/update-contact-phd-first-case-novel-coronavirus-reported-south-central-idaho-second-state
… case in south central Idaho of novel coronavirus in a female over the age of 50. This is the first in this area and … and preserve capacity in our healthcare facilities. We are committed to working with our partners to provide the public … immediately Practicing social distancing- keeping six feet between yourself and others South Central Public Health …
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/news/dhw-seeks-input-idaho-behavioral-health-plan
… Divisions of Medicaid and Behavioral Health are working together to develop a new and innovative Idaho Behavioral … (IBHP) program. The vision of this program is to create a comprehensive system of care for behavioral health that … behavioral health needs of the diverse population of people who rely on Medicaid services. To achieve this, DHW is …
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/news/infant-botulism-case-ada-county-linked-national-baby-formula-recall
… national baby formula recall November 19, 2025 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) … suspected botulism, believed to be linked to ByHeart Whole Nutrition infant formula. This case is part of a … symptoms after 30 days, throw your containers out. For details about the recall visit: …
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/news/fish-and-game-commission-grants-free-fishing-youth-foster-care
… Fish and Game Commission grants free fishing for youth in foster care … licenses in 2025. The program is a cooperative effort between Idaho Fish and Game, Department of Health and Welfare … and well-being through fishing. We hope it inspires new anglers, and provides foster parents a way to pass along their …
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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 … lives, but it only works if donors are matched with people in need. Since 2013, the team at the Idaho State EMS … and Envision Sight Eye Bank Medical Director Dr. Ryan Barrett. Many tissue donors are connected to patients through …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/dhw-accepting-public-comment-weatherization-bipartisan-infrastructure
… DHW accepting public comment on the Weatherization Bipartisan Infrastructure Law 2022-20273 State Plan Type of notice/meeting Public Notice The Idaho Department of Health Welfare … State Plan. The weatherization program helps eligible families pay their energy costs. Link: …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/dhw-accepts-public-comment-state-plan-low-income-home-energy-assistance
… DHW accepts public comment on state plan for Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program Type of notice/meeting Public Notice The Department of Health and Welfare is … for the 2023 state plan. The LIHEAP program helps eligible families pay their energy costs. To access the public …
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/news/dhw-publish-weekly-information-about-covid-19-and-long-term-care-facilities
… updated weekly; this process will provide timely updates while serving to protect personal health information. “We have … number of cases now, and have developed a process to release the numbers for specific facilities without revealing … be provided in a date or age range or in another format yet to be determined to protect personal health information. …
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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 … Free training kits on how to use them are also available. The process for requesting kits remains the same as … naloxone distribution program. To order, organizations complete online request forms through either the Division of …
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/news/idaho-medicaid-submits-behavioral-health-transformationimd-waiver-federal-approval
… in response to changes in Idaho law enacted during the 2019 legislative session, seeks federal approval to allow … care. The Division of Medicaid has begun development of a comprehensive implementation plan for the waiver that will detail changes DHW is proposing to improve and broaden the …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/regional-early-childhood-committee-recc-region-7
… The Regional Early Childhood Committee (RECC) Region 7 Type of notice/meeting Council Meeting The Regional Early Childhood Committee … (77774338 from phones and video systems) Join from a mobile device (attendees only) +1-415-655-0003 Resources …