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/news/department-health-and-welfare-central-district-health-and-idaho-department-labor-partner-offer
… at same Mountain Home location August 10, 2021 Author DHW Communications To streamline services and provide a better experience for customers, the Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is … disruption by phone, email, fax, online through the DHW website , and in-person to individuals and families in programs …
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/news/first-probable-monkeypox-case-reported-idaho
… 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 … in the Central District Health area, is recovering. Testing for initial identification was performed at the Idaho Bureau …
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/news/dhw-seeks-input-idaho-behavioral-health-plan
… on Idaho Behavioral Health Plan January 6, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare’s … (IBHP) program. The vision of this program is to create a comprehensive system of care for behavioral health that … essential component for building a high-quality system that best meets the behavioral health needs of the diverse …
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/news/dhw-fish-and-game-officials-urge-caution-after-chronic-wasting-disease-found-idaho-deer
… 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 … map here ). For questions about CWD, visit the CDC website below or contact DHW’s Epidemiology Section at …
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/news/covid-19-vaccine-arrives-idaho-week
… arrives in Idaho this week December 14, 2020 Author DHW Communications COVID-19 vaccine from Pfizer and BioNTech is … More specifically, this initial shipment is destined for hospital staff and outpatient clinic staff who provide … through press releases and our coronavirus.idaho.gov website as we find out more about how many doses we will …
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/news/first-case-novel-coronavirus-idaho-has-been-confirmed
… 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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/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 (WIC) will see a temporary increase in their June through September benefits for the purchase of fresh fruits and vegetables. Idaho …
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/news/new-idaho-behavioral-health-plan-launches-today
… Health Plan launches today July 1, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … and difficult,” said Juliet Charron, deputy director for Medicaid and Behavioral Health at the Department of … “Idaho’s new plan consolidates services more than ever before so many Medicaid members who require behavioral health …
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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 … subsequent death reported in Idaho since 1978. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed the … “We want our residents and visitors to Idaho to be informed of the risk of rabies, to take appropriate steps to …
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/news/dhw-partners-get-tested-covid-19-help-idahoans-find-testing-their-communities
… 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 … for individuals about testing availability and testing sites that are close to home. Idahoans can visit …
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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, … send a recommendation to Gov. Brad Little on the process for vaccinating Idahoans between the ages of 16 and 44 in … one medical condition that puts them at increased risk for COVID-19 illness to be eligible for vaccine on the same …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/idaho-wic-makes-annual-adjustment-income-guidelines
… 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 … review and adjustment happen annually. To be eligible for the WIC program, an individual must be a pregnant or …
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/news/idaho-wic-makes-annual-adjustment-income-guidelines-1
… Idaho WIC makes annual adjustment to income guidelines June 28, 2022 Author DHW Communications … Idaho’s Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) will implement new … This review and adjustment happens annually. To be eligible for the WIC program, an individual must be a pregnant or …
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/news/idaho-wic-makes-annual-adjustment-income-guidelines-0
… Idaho WIC makes annual adjustment to income guidelines June 30, 2021 Author DHW Communications … Idaho’s Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) will implement new … This review and adjustment happen annually. To be eligible for the WIC program, an individual must be a pregnant or …
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/news/vapeelectronic-smoking-device-retailers-are-required-get-tobacco-permit-starting-july-1
… 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 … products that fall under the updated definition will be enforceable through inspections, citations, and fines for …
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/news/first-rabid-bat-season-found-ada-county-health-officials-urge-caution-around-bats
… officials urge caution around bats July 14, 2023 Author DHW Communications A bat found in Ada County tested positive for rabies July 12, making it the first rabid bat reported … have been bitten or scratched by a bat to discuss the need for post-exposure shots, which are extremely effective at …
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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 … total. A review of processes identified multiple causes for the lack of inclusion, including that some reports were … because medical providers determined an alternative cause for the child’s illness. As of Jan. 27, 2021, the number of …
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/news/dhw-marks-opening-state-hospital-west-new-standalone-adolescent-psychiatric-hospital-nampa
… psychiatric hospital in Nampa May 10, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare is … Idaho Treatment Center in Nampa and will provide treatment for up to 16 adolescents ages 12-17 years old and employ 51 … That unit will be converted to a high-risk adult unit for those who are committed to the state of Idaho. Most of …
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/news/vapeelectronic-smoking-device-retailers-are-required-get-tobacco-permit-starting-july-1-0
… 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 … products that fall under the updated definition will be enforceable through inspections, citations, and fines for …
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/news/idaho-expands-crisis-standards-care-statewide-due-surge-covid-19-patients-requiring-0
… accordance with IDAPA 16.02.09 – Crisis Standards of Care For Healthcare Entities. CSC is activated statewide because … Director Dave Jeppesen convened the CSC Activation Advisory Committee virtually on Sept. 15. The committee recommended … “Our hospitals and healthcare systems need our help. The best way to end crisis standards of care is for more people …
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/news/dhw-statement-about-fda-committee-meeting-covid-19-booster-doses
… DHW statement about FDA committee meeting on COVID-19 booster doses September 17, … benefits of a Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine booster dose for people 65 years and older and those at high risk of severe disease outweigh the risks. Boosters are for those who have completed the primary Pfizer-BioNTech …
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/news/idaho-wic-makes-annual-adjustment-income-guidelines
… Idaho WIC makes annual adjustment to income guidelines June 23, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr Idaho’s Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) will implement new …
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/news/measles-reported-idaho-resident-public-health-officials-remind-idahoans-protect-themselves
… illness by getting immunized September 20, 2023 Author DHW Communications An adult male with confirmed measles has been … Hahn, Idaho state epidemiologist and medical director for the Division of Public Health at the Department of … any age. There is no specific treatment for measles. “The best way to protect yourself and your family against measles …
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/news/protect-yourself-and-your-pets-harmful-algal-blooms-summer
… 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 season for harmful algal blooms (also known as blue green algae, …
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/news/new-hiv-initiative-encourages-testing-promotes-prevention-and-awareness
… 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 … and maintaining an undetectable viral load are the best things a person living with HIV can do to stay healthy …
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/news/idaho-wic-makes-annual-adjustment-income-guidelines-2
… Idaho WIC makes annual adjustment to income guidelines June 26, 2023 Author DHW Communications … Idaho’s Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) will implement new … This review and adjustment happen annually. To be eligible for the WIC program, an individual must be a pregnant or …
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/news/dhw-will-resume-applications-idaho-child-care-program-january
… Child Care Program in January November 14, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) … on Monday, Jan. 13, 2025. DHW had paused new applications for ICCP on August 22, 2024, except for designated priority populations, to ensure we continued …
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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 … in Idaho last year by Sept. 1. “The conditions are right for mosquitoes to transmit the virus now until a killing … and older. Talk to your healthcare provider about testing for WNV if you experience symptoms after being bitten by …
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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 … internationally and is thought to have been exposed before returning to Idaho. Epidemiologists at Southwest … when it becomes available for you, those actions are the best things we can do now.” Idaho Public Health officials …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/dhw-and-child-and-family-services-welcomes-your-comments-about-social
… DHW and Child and Family Services welcomes your comments about the Social Services Block Grant … The Department of Health and Welfare submits an annual plan for federal funds to be used for the purpose of achieving or maintaining economic …
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/news/dhws-preston-office-close-june-services-continue-be-available
… 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 … Before the pandemic began, individuals primarily visited the office to apply for self-reliance benefits, such …
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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 cutting Thursday, May 2, for a new 16-bed foster care facility in the city of … youth’s needs. Each child will be provided a dedicated on-site case manager to help with their immediate needs. …
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/news/two-rabid-bats-found-ada-county-health-officials-urge-caution-around-all-bats
… urge caution around all bats June 22, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr Idaho Public Health officials are reporting that two bats have tested positive for rabies and were found in separate homes in Ada County. … in Idaho each year from all areas of the state. The most common ways people may encounter a bat is when a pet brings …
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/news/covid-19-now-leading-cause-death-idaho
… cause of death in Idaho December 10, 2020 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare has … that COVID-19 is the leading cause of death in Idaho for November, based on preliminary data collected from death … 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/usda-approves-idahos-request-remove-sugary-drinks-and-candy-snap
… sugary drinks and candy from SNAP June 11, 2025 Author DHW Communications The US Department of Agriculture’s Food and … request to implement House Bill 109, clearing the way for new Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) guidelines that promote healthier food choices for families across the state. U.S. Secretary of Agriculture …
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/news/idaho-steelheads-host-foster-family-night-feb-7
… host Foster Family Night Feb. 7 February 5, 2026 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare is proud to partner with the Idaho Steelheads for a special Foster Family Night on Saturday, Feb. 7, at … the Greenville Swamp Rabbits, with puck drop scheduled for 7:10 p.m. Foster families from across the region are …
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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 … have been bitten or scratched by a bat to discuss the need for post-exposure shots, which are extremely effective in preventing rabies.” “It is extremely important for people to avoid all bats and other wild animals, …
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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 … not use the Johnson & Johnson vaccine until more information is available from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This …
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/news/foster-families-invited-fostering-family-adventures-event-massacre-rocks-state-park-near
… State Park near American Falls April 23, 2026 Author DHW Communications Foster and kinship families, and children … from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the park and is designed primarily for foster families and foster children, while also … to give something back,” said Laura Denner, administrator for the Division of Family and Community Partnerships at the …
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/news/free-home-covid-19-tests-are-available-idaho-dialing-2-1-1
… in Idaho by dialing 2-1-1 June 15, 2021 Author DHW Communications UPDATE (Jan. 5, 2022): DHW's supply of free, … and the available inventory is not tracked on any public websites at this time. We recommend people contact pharmacies … to inquire about current inventory and go to the doctor for diagnostic testing if they’re feeling sick. …
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/news/pertussis-whooping-cough-rise-southwest-idaho
… on the rise in southwest Idaho March 8, 2024 Author DHW Communications The number of people reported with pertussis … has recently spiked. Cases include a newborn hospitalized for the infection, as well as cases from spread in a school, … can be treated with prescribed antibiotics. Treatment works best when started early, before any coughing fits start. …
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/news/988-lifeline-answers-nearly-5-million-calls-texts-and-chats-its-first-year-including-12657
… year, including 12,657 in Idaho July 17, 2023 Author DHW Communications In its first year, the 988 National Suicide … center is busy, another answers. “This came at a good time for people looking for a resource,” said Nicole Coleman, 988 Program Manager at …
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/news/idaho-behavioral-health-plan-contract-awarded-magellan-healthcare-inc
… to Magellan Healthcare, Inc. June 27, 2023 Author DHW Communications The contracting stage of the Idaho Behavioral … Healthcare, Inc. about the new IBHP. DHW will also share information about the transition with all interested Idahoans as information becomes available. This new contract encompasses …
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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/two-idaho-children-have-died-flu-related-causes
… died from flu-related causes January 10, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr Idaho public health officials are reporting that … of the illness.” Getting an annual flu vaccine is the best way to protect yourself from flu. Along with seeking … important if you have a higher risk for severe illness and complications from influenza. Consult with a healthcare …
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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 … next week. “These are hard decisions and we’re grateful for the thoughtful deliberation by CVAC members,” said Elke … Those slide decks will be available on the committee’s website . Additional clarifying votes will be made in the …
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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/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), … Director Dave Jeppesen. “We’re currently seeing some of the best numbers we have seen since last summer. We think the COVID-19 vaccine is one of the main reasons for that, and we want to encourage people who haven’t yet …