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/news/idaho-covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-meet-friday-0
… Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee to meet Friday December 15, 2020 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/rules-waived-or-suspended-facilitate-idahos-response-covid-19
… to aid in the COVID-19 response effort in Idaho. Under Section 46-1008(5)(a), Idaho Code, the Governor may … of any regulations that would in any way prevent, hinder, or delay necessary action in coping with the emergency. …
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/news/covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-meet-friday
… COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee to meet Friday November 19, 2020 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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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 … for 63 new positions aimed at improving child welfare outcomes across the state. These positions, approved by the Idaho Legislature earlier this year, are part of a broader effort to enhance support for vulnerable children and …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-meet-friday-vote-rule-crisis-standards-care
… for crisis standards of care December 8, 2020 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will … rule for crisis standards of care. Members will consider Docket No. 16-0209-2101 Crisis Standards of Care for … 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/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 … least 23 cases of Campylobacter, including six children under the age of 12, and three cases of Shiga toxin-producing … people who indicate that they consumed raw milk prior to becoming ill. STEC is a type of E. coli that can cause very …
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/news/idaho-covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-meet-friday-1
… Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee to meet Friday January 6, 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/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 severe illness, especially in people 50 years old and older. Talk to your healthcare provider about testing for WNV if you experience symptoms after …
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 Plan Type of … 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/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 … Brad Little in October and its members represent stakeholders from across Idaho, including the tribes, priority …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/infant-toddler-program-offers-application-review-comment
… Infant Toddler Program offers application for review comment Type of notice/meeting Public Notice The Idaho … Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is accepting public comment from March 13 through April 11, 2021, on the … and their families. DHW submits an annual application for federal funds to be used in the implementation of services …
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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 DHW Communications The Idaho Behavioral Health Council has today … care for Idahoans with mental health and substance use disorders. The council will host an event at 5 p.m. MDT on …
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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 … health supports to children September 15, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is … the COVID-19 public health emergency, community youth providers, families, and children have experienced trauma and …
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/news/omicron-sub-lineage-ba2-identified-idaho-public-health-stresses-importance-reducing-spread
… reducing the spread of COVID-19 January 28, 2022 Author DHW Communications and Central District Health PIO The Idaho … first infection with this sub-variant of Omicron is a reminder that the virus that causes COVID-19 will continue to … will continue to monitor this and future variants and are committed to transparency in informing the public what we …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-adopts-rule-timely-activation-crisis-standards-care
… of crisis standards of care December 11, 2020 Author DHW Communications At an emergency board meeting today, the … standards of care are guidelines that help healthcare providers and healthcare systems decide how to deliver the best … as possible. The new rule creates an activation advisory committee that will help Department of Health and Welfare …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/infant-toddler-program-seeks-comment-annual-grant-application
… Infant Toddler Program seeks comment on annual grant application Type of notice/meeting … invites the public to review its annual application for federal funds. It will be available for review through April 19, 2022. Written comments from the public will be accepted March 20 - April …
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/news/dhw-offers-negotiated-rulemaking-opportunities-february
… opportunities in February February 3, 2022 Author DHW Communications The February edition of the Idaho … Bulletin is available. It features an Executive Order 2022-01, GOVERNOR'S TASK FORCE ON CHILDREN AT RISK. …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/health-quality-planning-commission-meet-feb-2
… Health Quality Planning Commission to meet Feb. 2 Type of notice/meeting Public Meeting The Health Quality Planning Commission will meet at 8:45 a.m. on Feb. 2 in Boise via WebEx and at 3232 Elder St., Boise, for those without access to a computer. …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/medical-care-advisory-committee-meet-march-23-boise-and-webex
… Medical Care Advisory Committee to meet March 23 in Boise and via WebEx. Type of notice/meeting Public Meeting The Medical Care Advisory Committee will meet at 1:30 p.m. (MT) March 23 at 3232 Elder St., Boise, and via WebEx. Resources Agenda Learn more …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/dhw-hold-negotiated-rulemaking-sessions-rules-pertaining-certified
… will occur during the 2023 legislative session. Stakeholders are invited to attend the session offered for their …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/idaho-tse-system-council-meet-sept-13-boise
… W. Chinden Blvd., Building 8 - Training Room, Boise. Under Idaho Statute 57-2001 (3), the council will hold a … aggregated and de-identified analytical reports and for recommending benchmark quality measures and outcomes and needed educational resources to the TSE system of …
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/news/dhw-does-not-support-or-fund-any-porn-literacy-children-idaho
… for children in Idaho September 14, 2022 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) … Birth control methods Where to find a healthcare provider Talking to parents/caregivers about values The Idaho …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/board-health-and-welfare-hold-special-meeting-nov-18
… meet at 6 p.m. MT Nov. 18 via Webex and in Boise to consider a new temporary rule regarding crisis standards of care …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/medical-care-advisory-committee-meet-dec-1
… Medical Care Advisory Committee to meet Dec. 1 Type of notice/meeting Public Meeting The Medical Care Advisory Committee will meet at at 1:30 p.m. (MT) Dec. 1 in Boise via Webex and at 3232 Elder St., Conference Room D East & D West. Resources Agenda …
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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 … Widespread availability of naloxone is a critical component to reducing opioid overdose deaths in Idaho. The … same as the previous naloxone distribution program. To order, organizations complete online request forms through …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/dhw-accepting-public-comments-infant-toddler-grant
… DHW accepting public comments on Infant Toddler grant Type of notice/meeting … invites the public to review the annual application for federal funds and provide comment from Feb. 13 through April 14, 2023. Resources Read …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/idaho-tse-system-council-meet-9-am-july-12
… 9-10 a.m. MT July 12 via Webex. Details in the agenda. Under Idaho Statute 56-1028 (8) "Facilitate the implementation …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/dhw-seeks-public-comment-preventive-health-and-health-services-block
… DHW seeks public comment on Preventive Health and Health Services Block Grant … of notice/meeting Public Notice DHW is accepting public comment on the proposed use of funds during federal fiscal year 2022 for the Preventive Health & Health …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/idaho-tse-system-council-meet-june-14-webex
… TSE System Council to meet at 9 a.m. June 14 via Webex. Under Idaho Statute 56-1029, the council needs to hold a …
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/news/lead-contaminated-cinnamon-applesauce-impacts-idaho-children-and-families
… Idaho children and families November 30, 2023 Author DHW Communications State and local public health officials have … products sold at Schnucks and Weis Markets have become subject to the recall, though they are not available in … to identify where to be tested. The child’s medical provider will determine how best to decrease lead in blood, …
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/news/medicaid-members-offered-free-credit-and-theft-protection-monitoring-after-possible-data
… after possible data breach June 12, 2023 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … a payment account belonging to a Medicaid healthcare provider. This access may have exposed the names, member …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/dhw-seeks-public-comment-block-grant-application
… DHW seeks public comment on block grant application Type of notice/meeting … contents of the application/annual report and gives the reader a description of the state's MCH program. The executive … The MCH program seeks to gain public comment from June 1-16. To submit a comment, email …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/idaho-medicaid-dur-board-meet-april-21-webex-and-boise
… to meet at 9 a.m. (MT) April 21 via Webex and at 3232 Elder St., Boise. Resources Agenda Webex information Event …
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/public-meetings-and-notices/pharmacy-and-therapeutics-committee-meet-april-22-webex-and-boise
… Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee to meet April 22 via Webex and in Boise Type of notice/meeting Public Meeting Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee to meet at 9 a.m. April 22 via Webex and at 3232 Elder St., Boise. Resources Agenda Webex Event End Date Fri, …
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/news/dhw-hold-public-meetings-negotiated-rulemaking
… for negotiated rulemaking February 4, 2021 Author DHW Communications The February issue of the Idaho … RULEMAKING 16-0717-2101 - 16.07.17 – SUBSTANCE USE DISORDERS SERVICES– NEGOTIATED RULEMAKING 16-0739-2101 - 16.07.39 …
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Community spread of COVID-19 detected in south central Idaho, associated with already-confirmed case
/news/community-spread-covid-19-detected-south-central-idaho-associated-already-confirmed-case
… Community spread of COVID-19 detected in south central … very mild symptoms and is recovering well at home. Community spread means at least one person has been infected … sure how or where they became infected. The individual under investigation did not travel and had no identified …
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/news/model-shows-continued-mitigation-will-effectively-slow-spread-covid-19
… of policy decisions such as the Governor’s stay-home order, and not necessarily to estimate the number of …
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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 November 7, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Fish and Game Commission voted … caregivers.” Idaho Sportsmen, Access & Opportunity Founder and Chairman Benn Brocksome said his group works to …
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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 … the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly referred to as food stamps. “My administration is … on a national conversation about the role of nutrition in federal food assistance programs. According to USDA data, a …
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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 … daily, except for Sundays and holidays. “Idaho and DHW are committed to transparency, but we also want to make sure the … required to be reported by enrolled COVID-19 vaccine providers. It is new for the Idaho Immunization Program to …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/cancelled-medical-care-advisory-committee-hold-special-meeting-april-4
… Cancelled: Medical Care Advisory Committee to hold special meeting April 4 Type of … This meeting has been cancelled: The Medical Care Advisory Committee will hold a special meeting at 3 p.m. April 4 via WebEx and at 3232 Elder St., Boise. The primary focus of the meeting will be to …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/public-hearings-docket-no-16-0000-2000f
… Public Hearings on Criminal History and Background Checks under Docket No. 16-0000-2000F will be held in August or … Administrative Bulletin . Resources Prospective Analysis Comparison Table Event End Date Wed, 09/30/2020 - 12:00 …
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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 DHW Communications The Idaho Behavioral Health Council is … care for Idahoans with mental health and substance use disorders. Thirteen members are working collaboratively with …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/board-health-and-welfare-meet-friday-vote-rule-crisis-standards-care
… rule for crisis standards of care. Members will consider Docket No. 16-0209-2101 Crisis Standards of Care for …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-hold-regular-meeting-nov-12
… to hold regular meeting Nov. 12 November 9, 2020 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will … highlights include presentations on administrative rules under the board’s purview, a presentation on the impact of …
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/news/idaho-foster-youth-invited-connect-boise-state-student-athletes-blue
… student-athletes on the BLUE October 31, 2025 Author DHW Communications Idaho kids in foster care will have the … youth and families from across Idaho,” said DHW Family and Community Partnerships Administrator Laura Denner. “The BLUE … Idaho’s amazing foster families.” Shane Hanson, founder and CEO of the Freedom Youth Foundation, said sports …
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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 … of Health and Welfare (DHW). “By fostering a culture of understanding and support, we not only uplift people … health journeys but also strengthen the fabric of our communities,” said Division of Behavioral Health …
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/news/fostering-family-adventures-hosts-family-friendly-outdoor-and-history-event-farragut-state
… event at Farragut State Park August 25, 2025 Author DHW Communications Idaho families are invited to a special event … Idaho’s foster, kinship, and adoptive families, all are welcome. Activities will include: Exploration at the Museum at … downloads. Idaho needs foster parents If you’ve ever considered fostering, know that your willingness to offer a …