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/news/new-idaho-covid-19-hotline-available-monday-march-30
… with questions about COVID-19 or the Statewide Stay-Home Order. The number, 1-888-330-3010, will be staffed Monday … March 30. Gov. Brad Little issued a statewide stay-home order and signed an extreme emergency declaration on Wednesday. The stay-home order was effective immediately and is in place for 21 days. …
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/news/two-severe-allergic-reactions-reported-after-covid-19-vaccination-idaho
… COVID-19 vaccination in Idaho December 22, 2020 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Division of Public Health has … after receiving an injectable medication. “The CDC considers a history of severe allergic reaction such as … about the risk to people with such a history and recommend that anyone with a history of severe reaction or …
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/news/idaho-reports-two-more-cases-covid-19-total-seven-state
… a third confirmed case of COVID-19 in a female patient under the age of 50. She is recovering well in her home under isolation and indicated experiencing mild symptoms that … identified cases and an investigation is currently under way to identify potential contact risk exposures. It is …
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/news/vapeelectronic-smoking-device-retailers-are-required-get-tobacco-permit-starting-july-1-0
… changes expanded the type of products that will now fall under this statute. Retailers who sell any substance … from tobacco or nicotine; or electronic smoking devices, components, parts, or accessories will be required to obtain … through inspections, citations, and fines for non-compliance. There are some product exceptions; for example, …
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/news/vaccine-advisory-committee-clarifies-priority-groups-covid-19-vaccine
… Vaccine Advisory Committee clarifies priority groups for COVID-19 vaccine January 23, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee … process. The votes are recommendations that will be considered by Gov. Brad Little. “These votes are aimed at …
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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 … with weakened immune systems August 13, 2021 Author DHW Communications An extra dose of COVID-19 vaccine has been … proof of immune status. An additional dose should be considered for people with moderate to severely compromised …
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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 … showing them they are seen, valued, and supported by their community, especially during the holidays.” The gift cards … and independent living — all critical areas for older foster youth navigating the turn into adulthood. “This …
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/news/cdc-recommends-pfizer-covid-19-vaccine-children-ages-5-11-doses-likely-available-next-week
… CDC recommends Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5-11; … available next week in Idaho November 3, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Centers for Disease Control and … to get the same protections against COVID-19 as their older peers and adults. This comes in time to protect …
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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 age and a woman older than 80 years of … among adults already at increased risk of influenza-related complications,” said Dr. Leslie Tengelsen, the Idaho …
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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 … care from both their veterinarian and healthcare provider. In Payette County, one person was exposed to the rabid … year; no area of Idaho is considered rabies-free. The most common ways people may encounter a bat is when a pet brings …
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/news/idaho-reports-three-additional-cases-covid-19-state-total-5
… from Ada County in his 50s. There were no identified underlying medical issues. He is recovering well in his home under isolation and was not hospitalized. The patient … At this time, the point of transmission is still under investigation. The health district earlier today …
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/news/new-covid-19-crisis-counseling-hotline-offers-support-struggling-idahoans
… associated with this global pandemic. COVID Help Now responders are trained crisis counselors who will help callers … needs by connecting callers with resources in their own communities. The COVID Help Now Line is anonymous. … are available via phone or text, with a chat feature coming soon. Callers may also leave a message during …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/public-comment-accepted-behavioral-health-standards-through-aug-3
… Public comment accepted on behavioral health standards through Aug. … across the state. DBH is inviting the public to review and comment on initial drafts of these standards. The draft … /healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/providers/behavioral-health-providers/behavioral-health-service-providers . Public comment …
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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 that CSC be activated statewide. “Our … will move to that standard of care. If they are managing under their current circumstances, they can continue to do so. …
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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 … home when ill. In addition to getting vaccinated when it becomes available for you, those actions are the best things … being sequenced to identify emerging strains and better understand how the virus is spreading in the state. This …
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/news/dhw-seeks-public-input-inform-rural-health-transformation-program-application
… Program application September 8, 2025 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is … created through the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The federal $50 billion Rural Health Transformation Program is run … Input from rural health care providers, hospitals, clinics, community organizations, payers, workforce entities, …
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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) … This case is part of a nationwide outbreak currently under investigation by federal and state health officials. The only identified case …
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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), … encourage people who haven’t yet gotten the vaccine to consider choosing to get the vaccine to allow things to continue … Stage 4 Stay Healthy Guidelines: Idaho remains open with recommendations to protect lives, healthcare access, and the …
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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 … Director Dave Jeppesen convened the CSC Activation Advisory Committee virtually on Jan. 21. The committee recommended … will move to that standard of care. If they are managing under their current circumstances, they can continue to do so. …
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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 photo identification to add to a person’s … COVID-19 vaccine that is available at this time and Idaho’s commitment to equitable and fair access to vaccine, the …
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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 … “Today, Dec. 1, is World AIDS Day, and we encourage communities across Idaho to help reduce HIV infections, … tool kits to prevention partners and health care providers and promoting improved access to HIV testing via …
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/news/community-program-grants-fully-distributed-partners-announced
… Community Program grants fully distributed, partners announced September 20, 2022 Author DHW Communications Funding allocated to reach children impacted … Community Program funding. The grants were a part of the federal government’s American Rescue Plan Act for Child Care …
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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 … as cases from spread in a school, several households, and community settings. "Twenty-five cases have been reported in … less than 1 year of age. Many infants are infected by older siblings, parents, or other caregivers who might not …
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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) … “Confirmation of a human infection is a good reminder for all of us to take protective measures against … and Washington Counties. We work in partnership with our community to identify health needs, design solutions, and …
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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 … is working closely with local, neighboring state, and federal public health and food safety partners to investigate … Thoroughly wash and sanitize all surfaces that may have come in contact with any raw dough products. Be sure to wash …
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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 … closer to implementing the new plan, participants and providers will receive communications from DHW and Magellan Healthcare, Inc. about …
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/news/first-case-novel-coronavirus-idaho-has-been-confirmed
… for the Division of Public Health in DHW. “We understand that this is scary, but we encourage everyone to do … breathing. If Idahoans have these symptoms and they become severe, they should call a healthcare provider to … For the general public, no additional precautions are recommended at this time beyond the simple daily precautions …
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/news/update-contact-phd-first-case-novel-coronavirus-reported-south-central-idaho-second-state
… local public health districts, and healthcare providers around the state, as well as CDC and other states. When … and preserve capacity in our healthcare facilities. We are committed to working with our partners to provide the public … of coronavirus.” If Idahoans have these symptoms and they become severe, they should call a healthcare provider to …
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/news/idaho-covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-meet-friday-7
… Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee to meet Friday March 17, 2021 Author DHW Communications The COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee will … 19, via Webex. The committee will discuss further considerations regarding eligible populations and will vote on …
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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 … including healthcare personnel via FEMA and existing federal contracts until the situation further stabilizes. … convened the Crisis Standards of Care Activation Advisory Committee on Dec. 17, 2021, to review the situation at …
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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 … of second doses. However, we have been notified by the federal government that Idaho will see a 2-5 percent increase … Idaho will receive from the federal government. DHW has committed to being transparent as we quickly work to support …
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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 … to receive the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. With this recommendation, 85 percent of all Idahoans are eligible for … of the ACIP recommendations to all COVID-19 vaccine providers and pediatricians in Idaho. Idaho providers who have …
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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 … about an approach for prioritizing Group 3. They considered the population groups identified by the Advisory …
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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 Communications The COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee will … priority groups 1 and 2 and will discuss additional considerations for Group 3. Read the full agenda. The meeting is …
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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, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee … to decide how to define congregate living settings and consider prioritization of people living in those settings. 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 Communications The COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee will … 12, via Webex. The committee will discuss further considerations regarding Idaho Group 3. Read the full agenda. …
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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 … of total vaccinations for each group so we can better understand which groups are vaccinated and unvaccinated. Vaccine Providers This tab has been removed because vaccine inventory is …
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/news/988-suicide-crisis-lifeline-now-available-anyone-having-behavioral-health-crisis
… having a behavioral health crisis July 18, 2022 Author DHW Communications Idaho residents now can call or text 988 at … remember and will help Idahoans in crisis get connected to compassionate, accessible care and support.” All calls made … Lifeline. This is a top priority for me and our entire leadership here at the Department of Health and Human Services …
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/news/idaho-activates-crisis-standards-care-north-idaho-due-surge-covid-19-patients-requiring
… that CSC be activated. The CSC Activation Advisory Committee convened virtually on Sept. 6 and recommended that CSC be activated in the Panhandle and North … standards of care are guidelines that help healthcare providers and systems decide how to deliver the best care …
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/news/west-nile-virus-detected-elmore-county-mosquitoes
… in Elmore County mosquitoes August 3, 2022 Author DHW Communications Mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus (WNV) … in severe illness, especially in people 50 years and older. If you feel ill, talk to your healthcare provider about testing for WNV. To protect against WNV infection, …
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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 … that refers users to treatment for substance use disorder, education about overdose prevention, and other related …
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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 Idaho’s children and youth with complex … in 2022, and DHW conducted a series of community stakeholder engagement sessions to further clarify how to best meet …
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/news/idaho-snap-benefits-can-now-be-used-online-purchases-amazon-and-walmart
… and Caldwell. All Walmart stores will accept online orders starting Thursday, May 7. Idaho has been approved to … SNAP benefits do not cover these costs. “As stay-at-home orders are lifted, everyone is still encouraged to continue …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/idaho-tse-system-council-meet-may-10-post-falls
… May 10 at 5271 E Seltice Way, Post Falls. Post Falls. Under Idaho Statute 56-1028, the Council needs to hold a … and cooperate with the EMS bureau, the EMS physician commission, local governments, local EMS agencies and … recruitment and retention concerns of local EMS providers." Resources Agenda Event End Date Tue, 05/10/2022 - …
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/public-meetings-and-notices/dhw-child-and-family-services-program-accepting-public-comment-social
… DHW Child and Family Services program accepting public comment for the Social Services Block Grant Plan Type of notice/meeting Public Notice A comment period has been scheduled to invite you to review … Block Grant Plan. This plan is the proposed use of one federally funded block grant plan. The Department of Health …
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/news/statement-dhw-director-dave-jeppesen-about-legislative-services-office-audit
… Services Office audit August 21, 2023 Author DHW Communications Department of Health and Welfare Director … Office’s audit released today, Aug. 21: "The department welcomes the LSO audit review and the transparency it affords the public to understand the Idaho Community Partner grants and the support …
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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 Communications The COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee will … Brad Little in October and its members represent stakeholders from across Idaho, including the tribes, priority …
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/news/idaho-covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-meet-friday-3
… Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee to meet Friday February 4, 2021 Author DHW Communications The COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee will … Brad Little in October and its members represent stakeholders from across Idaho, including the tribes, priority …
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/news/two-rabid-bats-found-ada-county-health-officials-urge-caution-around-all-bats
… management. People should call their healthcare providers promptly if they believe they may have been bitten or … in Idaho each year from all areas of the state. The most common ways people may encounter a bat is when a pet brings … protect yourself and your pets, public health officials recommend these guidelines: Never touch a bat with your bare …
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/news/cms-approves-idaho-medicaid-behavioral-health-transformation-1115-waiver-allowing
… Idaho’s behavioral health system of care.” The waiver, accompanied by a corresponding implementation plan, is an agreement with the federal government that allows Idaho to tap into federal funding for approved Medicaid benefits. This waiver …