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/news/health-advisory-issued-spring-valley-reservoir
… for Spring Valley Reservoir October 10, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … Late summer and fall is the season when water bodies are most likely to experience cyanoHABs, and the hazard … algae@deq.idaho.gov . Monitor media reports and DHW’s website for health advisories. Cyanobacteria are a natural …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-thorn-creek-reservoir-south
… for Thorn Creek Reservoir, south October 4, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … Late summer and fall is the season when water bodies are most likely to experience cyanoHABs, and the hazard … algae@deq.idaho.gov . Monitor media reports and DHW’s website for health advisories. Cyanobacteria are a natural …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-lake-lowell
… advisory issued for Lake Lowell October 15, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … Late summer and fall is the season when water bodies are most likely to experience cyanoHABs, and the hazard … algae@deq.idaho.gov . Monitor media reports and DHW’s website for health advisories. Cyanobacteria are a natural …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-lake-cascade-and-below-cascade-dam
… Cascade and below Cascade Dam October 18, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … Late summer and fall is the season when water bodies are most likely to experience cyanoHABs, and the hazard … algae@deq.idaho.gov . Monitor media reports and DHW’s website for health advisories. Cyanobacteria are a natural …
Boards, Councils, & Committees
/about-dhw/boards-councils-committees/idaho-tse-system-council
… 46-916 Idaho Time Sensitive Emergency System - Council - Composition - Duties , for further information on the Idaho … Boise, ID 83705 VIRTUAL CALL ONLY. Agenda Meeting Minutes 2026 meeting minutes 2025 meeting minutes January 13 January … of Care: 2026 Idaho TSE Council Bylaws Idaho TSE System website Visit the website to learn how the TSE Branch …
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/news/health-advisories-issued-lake-lowell-canyon-county-and-van-wyck-boat-ramp-lake-cascade-valley
… on Lake Cascade in Valley County August 15, 2025 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is issuing health advisories for two bodies of water after harmful algal blooms were identified, … algae@deq.idaho.gov . Monitor media reports and DHW’s website for health advisories. Cyanobacteria are a natural …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-cottonwood-park-crane-creek-reservoir-and-hordemann-pond
… Reservoir, and Hordemann Pond August 12, 2025 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is issuing health advisories for three bodies of water after harmful algal blooms were identified, … algae@deq.idaho.gov . Monitor media reports and DHW’s website for health advisories. Cyanobacteria are a natural …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-murtaugh-lake-twin-falls-county
… Murtaugh Lake in Twin Falls County July 3, 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 of Idaho’s water bodies. When temperatures rise, their populations can bloom …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-winchester-lake-lewis-county
… 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 of Idaho’s water bodies. When temperatures rise, their populations can bloom …
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/news/harmful-algal-bloom-health-advisory-brownlee-and-hells-canyon-reservoirs
… and Hells Canyon Reservoirs August 5, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … algae@deq.idaho.gov . • Monitor media reports and DHW’s website for health advisories. Cyanobacteria are a natural part of Idaho’s recreational bodies of water. When temperatures rise, populations can bloom …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-west-side-henrys-lake
… for west side of Henry’s Lake September 25, 2024 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 of Idaho’s water bodies. When temperatures rise, their populations can bloom …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-west-side-american-falls-reservoir
… of American Falls Reservoir September 30, 2024 Author DHW Communications Idaho 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 of Idaho’s water bodies. When temperatures rise, their populations can bloom …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-cedar-creek-reservoir-near-twin-falls
… Reservoir near Twin Falls September 30, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare … algae@deq.idaho.gov . Monitor media reports and DHW’s website for health advisories. Cyanobacteria are a natural part of Idaho’s water bodies. When temperatures rise, their populations can bloom …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-brownlee-and-hells-canyon-reservoirs
… and Hells Canyon reservoirs August 4, 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 of Idaho’s water bodies. When temperatures rise, their populations can bloom …
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/news/health-advisory-expanded-cj-strike-reservoir-near-mountain-home
… Reservoir near Mountain Home September 17, 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 of Idaho’s water bodies. When temperatures rise, their populations can bloom …
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/news/idaho-newborns-be-screened-additional-illnesses-and-conditions
… be screened for additional illnesses and conditions January 26, 2022 Author DHW Communications Idaho’s Newborn Screening Program (NBS) has … it to our screenings will no doubt save newborns in the future,” Shaw-Tulloch said. The four new conditions that …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-eagle-bar-hells-canyon-reservoir
… 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 of Idaho’s water bodies. When temperatures rise, their populations can bloom …
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/news/gooding-county-man-idahos-first-influenza-related-death-season
… important for people at higher risk for serious flu-related complications including people with chronic health … some people may develop serious complications and even die. During recent influenza seasons, an average of 34 … COVID-19 vaccination series Resources: 1. Idaho influenza website: http://flu.idaho.gov 2. CDC Influenza website: …
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/news/influenza-contributes-washington-county-childs-death
… Washington County child’s death January 5, 2023 Author DHW Communications A Washington County child is Idaho’s first … secondary bacterial respiratory infections, and even die. In addition to getting vaccinated against flu and … Cover your coughs and sneezes. Resources: Idaho influenza website: http://flu.idaho.gov CDC Influenza website: …
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/news/first-influenza-death-season-reported-idaho
… of season reported in Idaho November 10, 2022 Author DHW Communications A Nez Perce County man older than 65 years of … days, some people can have serious complications and even die. In addition to getting vaccinated against flu and … Cover your coughs and sneezes. Resources: Idaho influenza website: http://flu.idaho.gov CDC Influenza website: …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/bonner-general-health-diabetes
… States Services Phone Numbers To enroll, contact: 208-265-1116 This program has achieved ADA recognition. For more information, visit the website: https://bonnergeneral.org/ …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/north-canyon-medical-center
… 267 North Canyon Drive Gooding , ID 83330 United States … achieved ADA recognition. For more information, visit the website: …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/syringa-hospital-clinic-kooskia
… States Services Phone Numbers To enroll, contact: 208-926-4776 This program has achieved ADA recognition. For more information, visit the website: …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/kootenai-clinic-family-care
… States Services Phone Numbers To enroll, contact: 208-772-8263 This program has achieved ADA recognition. For more information, visit the website: https://www.kh.org/diabetes-endocrinology/ …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/st-lukes-humphreys-diabetes
… 1226 W River St. Boise , ID 83702 United States Services Phone … achieved ADA recognition. For more information, visit the website: …
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/news/dhw-ramps-work-prevent-fraud-waste-and-abuse-idaho-child-care-program
… waste, and abuse in Idaho Child Care Program January 12, 2026 Author DHW Communications In response to national interest in child … steps to conduct heightened reviews of child care subsidies that were previously disbursed. The department has been …
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/news/make-new-years-resolution-quit-tobacco-good-new-resources-quit-are-available-people-behavioral
… behavioral health conditions January 4, 2021 Author DHW Communications Studies show it may take several tries before you’re able to … program by fax or online, both available on the Quitline website or by helping individuals call the Quitline …
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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 … the new guidelines a family of three can earn up to $40,626 annually; under the old guidelines a family of three … breastfeeding information and support, help from registered dietitians, and referrals to other services. The average …
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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 … breastfeeding information and support, help from registered dietitians, and referrals to other services. The average …
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/news/dhw-announces-next-round-community-program-grants-available-address-learning-loss-and
… DHW announces next round of Community Program grants available to address learning loss … to be able to offer this to families.” Those interested in future applications can visit the DHW website for more information. This opportunity is funded by …
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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 … and no area of Idaho is considered rabies-free. Last year 26 bats tested positive for rabies in Idaho. As recently as 2021, an Idaho resident died from rabies after contact with a rabid bat. The most …
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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 … guidelines a family of three could have earned up to $40,626 annually. If you or a family member are in the categories … breastfeeding information and support, help from registered dietitians, and referrals to other services. The average …
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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 … breastfeeding information and support, help from registered dietitians, and referrals to other services. The average … WIC in your area, call the Idaho CareLine at 211 or 1-800-926-2588. Information can also be found on the web at …
Boards, Councils, & Committees
/about-dhw/boards-councils-committees/pharmacy-therapeutics-committee
… Pharmacy & Therapeutics Committee The Idaho Medicaid Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee (P&T Committee) is comprised of Idaho health … standards. Non-compliance may result in exclusion from future participation. Resources P&T Committee Bylaws Policy …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-hold-special-meeting-nov-18
… hold special meeting Nov. 18 November 17, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will … Nov. 17 because the Idaho Legislature adjourned sine die on that same day. Due to COVID-19 precautions, meeting … meeting number 2466 333 5886 , password 86376269 . In accordance with title 74, chapter 2, limited …
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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 … of Public Health. “We will continue to monitor this and future variants and are committed to transparency in …
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/news/idaho-part-nationwide-outbreak-salmonella-recently-linked-consumption-red-onions
… outbreak of Salmonella involving onions that has sickened 26 people in the state, and possibly more. As of August 5, … with the Division of Public Health in DHW. “We recommend that you throw away any onions you have in your … may be contaminated with Salmonella. Visit the FDA recall website for details, including pictures of the recalled …
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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 … famous BLUE turf at Albertsons Stadium during the Fostering Future Broncos event on Tuesday, Nov. 4, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. … Idaho’s amazing foster families.” Shane Hanson, founder and CEO of the Freedom Youth Foundation, said sports …
Boards, Councils, & Committees
/about-dhw/boards-councils-committees/tse-regional-committees
… TSE Regional Committees The state has been divided into six regions. Each … a TSE Regional Committee, made up of hospitals and EMS providers, administrators, and public health agencies. The … Region 4 and Region 5 tertiary facilities. Idaho TSE System website Visit the website to learn how the TSE Branch …
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/news/give-yourself-and-your-child-best-possible-gift-mothers-day-quitting-tobacco-and-receive-years
… worth of free diapers and wipes! May 7, 2021 Author DHW Communications Quitting at any time during pregnancy is one … district or call the Idaho CareLine at 2-1-1 or 1-800-926-2588 for free, in-person support. If you or someone you … program by fax or online, both available on the Quitline website or by helping individuals call the Quitline …
Boards, Councils, & Committees
/about-dhw/boards-councils-committees/medicaid-advisory-committee
… Medicaid Advisory Committee The Medicaid Advisory Committee (MAC) advises … on current and evolving issues. Advocates, service providers, and public agencies strive to work together and share … the BAC webpage to learn more and see what they do! 2026 MAC Meeting Information Date/Time Location Virtual …
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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 … and Saturday. Call 2-1-1 by dialing either 2-1-1 or 1-800-926-2588 to get a FREE COVID-19 test. The Idaho Department of …
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/news/dhw-seeks-input-idaho-behavioral-health-plan
… (IBHP) program. The vision of this program is to create a comprehensive system of care for behavioral health that … across the state to maintain health and wellness. Stakeholder engagement is an essential component for building a … request for information may be used to refine potential future behavioral health procurements, design program …
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/news/public-comment-accepted-behavioral-health-standards-through-aug-3
… Public comment accepted on behavioral health standards through Aug. … Wraparound Intensive Services (WInS) Substance Use Disorders (SUD) Life Skills Substance Use Disorders (SUD) … amended and/or additional standards may be developed in the future that apply to all behavioral health treatment and …
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/news/covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-sends-recommendations-group-3-clarification-group-2-gov
… COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee sends recommendations on Group 3, clarification to … has agreed on a basic framework that will now be considered by Gov. Little.” CVAC is recommending a process for … alternating schedule for Group 3 will be determined in the future. Considerations for votes for Group 3 included people …
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/news/vaccine-advisory-committee-clarifies-priority-groups-covid-19-vaccine
… Vaccine Advisory Committee clarifies priority groups for COVID-19 vaccine … process. The votes are recommendations that will be considered by Gov. Brad Little. “These votes are aimed at … will continue to make recommendations on priority groups at future meetings. The committee’s next meetings are scheduled …
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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 … young people are working incredibly hard to build their futures, often without the family supports many of us take … and independent living — all critical areas for older foster youth navigating the turn into adulthood. “This …
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/news/community-program-grants-fully-distributed-partners-announced
… Community Program grants fully distributed, partners … Community Program funding. The grants were a part of the federal government’s American Rescue Plan Act for Child Care … Urban Garden School (BUGS) Boys & Girls Clubs () Brighter Future Health Inc. Cascade After-School Program (CAPS) …
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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 … receiving 20,950 doses each week for the foreseeable future. Along with other states, Idaho is requesting more …
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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, … about an approach for prioritizing Group 3. They considered the population groups identified by the Advisory … recommendation for how to prioritize Group 3 in the future. “Given the spirit of the conversation that we had …