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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 … for approved Medicaid benefits. This waiver benefits both the Medicaid expansion population as well as the …
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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 … bonding and healing, providing a therapeutic escape for both children in foster care and their caregivers.” Idaho …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-west-side-henrys-lake
… algae@deq.idaho.gov . Monitor media reports and DHW’s website for health advisories. Cyanobacteria are a natural part … scum, and have a foul odor. Mats can be out of sight on the bottom of the water body. Pets, livestock, and wildlife can …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-west-side-american-falls-reservoir
… algae@deq.idaho.gov . Monitor media reports and DHW’s website for health advisories. Cyanobacteria are a natural part … and have a foul odor. Mats can be out of sight on the bottom of the water body. Pets, livestock, and wildlife can …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-cedar-creek-reservoir-near-twin-falls
… algae@deq.idaho.gov . Monitor media reports and DHW’s website for health advisories. Cyanobacteria are a natural part … and have a foul odor. Mats can be out of sight on the bottom of the water body. Pets, livestock, and wildlife can …
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/news/first-death-west-nile-virus-idaho-year
… Nile virus in Idaho this year August 15, 2025 Author DHW Communications Idaho’s first reported death caused by West … for Disease Control and Prevention’s Insect Repellent Chatbot at https://www.cdc.gov/mosquitoes/prevention/index.html …
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/news/health-advisories-issued-lake-lowell-canyon-county-and-van-wyck-boat-ramp-lake-cascade-valley
… algae@deq.idaho.gov . Monitor media reports and DHW’s website for health advisories. Cyanobacteria are a natural part … scum, and have a foul odor. Mats can be out of sight on the bottom of the water body. Pets, livestock, and wildlife can …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-eagle-bar-hells-canyon-reservoir
… algae@deq.idaho.gov . Monitor media reports and DHW’s website for health advisories. Cyanobacteria are a natural part … scum, and have a foul odor. Mats can be out of sight on the bottom of the water body. Pets, livestock, and wildlife can …
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/news/health-advisory-expanded-cj-strike-reservoir-near-mountain-home
… algae@deq.idaho.gov . Monitor media reports and DHW’s website for health advisories. Cyanobacteria are a natural part … scum, and have a foul odor. Mats can be out of sight on the bottom of the water body. Pets, livestock, and wildlife can …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-thorn-creek-reservoir-south
… algae@deq.idaho.gov . Monitor media reports and DHW’s website for health advisories. Cyanobacteria are a natural part … and have a foul odor. Mats can be out of sight on the bottom of the water body. Pets, livestock, and wildlife can …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-lake-lowell
… algae@deq.idaho.gov . Monitor media reports and DHW’s website for health advisories. Cyanobacteria are a natural part … and have a foul odor. Mats can be out of sight on the bottom of the water body. Pets, livestock, and wildlife can …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-lake-cascade-and-below-cascade-dam
… algae@deq.idaho.gov . Monitor media reports and DHW’s website for health advisories. Cyanobacteria are a natural part … and have a foul odor. Mats can be out of sight on the bottom of the water body. Pets, livestock, and wildlife can …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-brownlee-and-hells-canyon-reservoirs
… algae@deq.idaho.gov . Monitor media reports and DHW’s website for health advisories. Cyanobacteria are a natural part … scum, and have a foul odor. Mats can be out of sight on the bottom of the water body. Pets, livestock, and wildlife can …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-cottonwood-park-crane-creek-reservoir-and-hordemann-pond
… algae@deq.idaho.gov . Monitor media reports and DHW’s website for health advisories. Cyanobacteria are a natural part … scum, and have a foul odor. Mats can be out of sight on the bottom of the water body. Pets, livestock, and wildlife can …
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/news/continuous-medicaid-enrollment-ends-april-1-first-batch-notices-issued-today-0
… batch of notices issued today February 1, 2023 Author DHW Communications During the federal COVID-19 public health … YHI Director Pat Kelly . Watch the full clip, featuring both directors . The Division of Medicaid provides …
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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 … occurring radioactive gas that can build up in homes, both old and new. Testing is the only way to know if a home …
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/news/grant-program-seeks-retain-doctors-rural-idaho
… retain doctors in rural Idaho November 27, 2023 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare has … and retention of qualified family medicine physicians is both challenging and expensive,” wrote Syringa Hospital in …
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/news/make-new-years-resolution-quit-tobacco-good-new-resources-quit-are-available-people-behavioral
… can refer individuals to the program by fax or online, both available on the Quitline website or by helping individuals call the Quitline in-person. …
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/news/owyhee-county-reports-idahos-first-west-nile-virus-infections-humans-year
… infections in humans this year September 9, 2020 Author DHW Communications Idaho’s first locally-acquired human West … have been identified among two Owyhee County residents. Both residents were over the age of 50. One was diagnosed …
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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. … support from all of you and great representation. We’ve had both our voting members and our ex-officio members all …
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/news/public-health-advisory-harmful-algal-bloom-identified-henrys-lake
… algae@deq.idaho.gov . Monitor media reports and DHW’s website for health advisories. Cyanobacteria are a natural part … and have a foul odor. Algal mats can be out of sight on the bottom of the water body. Pets, livestock, and wildlife can …
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/news/public-health-reports-first-heat-related-deaths-2024
… year have been reported to the Division of Public Health. Both Idaho residents were over the age of 60. “Please stay … get worse, or symptoms last longer than an hour. The best ways to prevent heat-related illness include staying …
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/news/healthcare-workers-and-residents-long-term-care-facilities-now-receiving-covid-19-vaccine
… each day as reported to DHW on the coronavirus website by 10 a.m. The doses reported lag behind the total … local vaccinators they selected; an effort coordinated by both the local public health districts and the Idaho …
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/news/dhw-announces-covid-19-funding-hospitals-and-free-standing-primaryurgent-care-clinics
… hospitals operating in Idaho are eligible and can submit a completed attestation. Interested hospitals should … and email it to DHW at: PrimUrgCareCOVIDSpt@dhw.idaho.gov . Both of these opportunities are funded by The American …
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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 … to the rabid bat and are seeking medical care from both their veterinarian and healthcare provider. In Payette …
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/news/idaho-activates-crisis-standards-care-three-health-districts-southern-idaho
… to severe staffing and blood shortages. The high number of both clinical and non-clinical staff unable to work due to … healthcare providers and systems decide how to deliver the best care possible under the extraordinary circumstances of …
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/news/dhw-ramps-work-prevent-fraud-waste-and-abuse-idaho-child-care-program
… 4 were of school districts with multiple child care sites Of the 1,045 evaluations conducted: 144 were … Business Practices (potentially including fraud) 8 were for Both Business Practices and Health and Safety Failures 29 …
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/news/measles-circulating-among-idaho-communities-health-officials-urge-consultation-healthcare
… Measles circulating among Idaho communities--Health officials urge consultation with … measles or have documentation that they received both doses of the MMR vaccine. While most adults who are not …
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/news/fostering-family-adventures-idaho-state-parks
… 470-foot-tall dune, and learn what it takes to set up a campsite. “Our mission includes fostering experiences that renew … City Kiwanis Club, Charles Schwab Boise Branch, Idaho Botanical Garden, Micron, Idaho Department of Fish and …
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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 … provider or pharmacist to determine which vaccines are best for you. Symptoms of the flu include fever, cough, sore … your coughs and sneezes. Resources: Idaho influenza website: http://flu.idaho.gov 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 … provider or pharmacist to determine which vaccines are best for you and your family. Symptoms of the flu include … your coughs and sneezes. Resources: Idaho influenza website: http://flu.idaho.gov CDC Influenza website: …
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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 … tools, skills, and support they need to build successful futures. Meeting student-athlete role models will further … wear athletic shoes and dress for the weather. Fostering Future Broncos event details: Fostering Future Broncos Date: …
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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 … have access to enriching experiences that can shape their futures. “Providing foster families with perks like free … in enriching experiences like these, we’re investing in the futures of Idaho’s foster children and their families.” The …
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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 … have since been improved to prevent these delays in the future. In addition, one previously reported case is being … agencies are committed to ensuring they are investigating future reports of possible MIS-C as quickly as possible. …
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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 … of Public Health. “We will continue to monitor this and future variants and are committed to transparency in … of mutations, and being up to date on vaccination is our best defense,” said Central District Health’s Communicable …
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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. … to wear athletic shoes and dress for the weather. Fostering Future Broncos Date : Tuesday, Nov. 4 Time : 6–7:30 p.m. …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/dhw-hosts-zero-based-rulemaking-public-hearing-docket-16-0317-2201
… by close of business on Friday, April 1. Submit your comments by Email: Jennifer.Pinkerton@dhw.idaho.gov · Stay informed about updates to Medicaid Policy via DHW website: … · Updated draft rules will publish in an upcoming Administrative Bulletin at … Public hearings will be hosted to solicit additional public comments later this year. Resources Agenda Event End Date …
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/news/idaho-medicaid-seeks-public-input-transition-comprehensive-managed-care
… Idaho Medicaid seeks public input on transition to comprehensive managed care November 21, 2025 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is seeking public input to help shape the future of Medicaid services as Idaho begins its transition …
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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) … When new enrollment resumes in January 2025, the family income threshold to qualify for ICCP will be 130% of the … budget in SFY2026 and beyond and to avoid the need for future enrollment pauses, the department will implement an …
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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 … Urban Garden School (BUGS) Boys & Girls Clubs () Brighter Future Health Inc. Cascade After-School Program (CAPS) …
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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) … of our community, we stand committed to shaping bright futures for those in need.” Idaho has been experiencing a … 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/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 The …
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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 … to learn from this event and make improvements against future incidents.” The Idaho Department of Health and …
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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 … essential component for building a high-quality system that best meets the behavioral health needs of the diverse … request for information may be used to refine potential future behavioral health procurements, design program …
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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 … will continue to make recommendations on priority groups at future meetings. The committee’s next meetings are scheduled …
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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 … Those slide decks will be available on the committee’s website . Additional clarifying votes will be made in the future. CVAC’s next meetings are scheduled for Feb. 19, …
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/news/public-comment-accepted-behavioral-health-standards-through-aug-3
… Public comment accepted on behavioral health standards through Aug. … the Division of Behavioral Health (DBH) is developing best practice standards aimed at improving behavioral health … amended and/or additional standards may be developed in the future that apply to all behavioral health treatment 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 … young people are working incredibly hard to build their futures, often without the family supports many of us take … showing them they are seen, valued, and supported by their community, especially during the holidays.” The gift cards …
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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 … receiving 20,950 doses each week for the foreseeable future. Along with other states, Idaho is requesting more … Idaho will receive from the federal government. DHW has committed to being transparent as we quickly work to support …
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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, … against including Bureau of Reclamation dam workers, “on-site” apartment staff, Airbnb hosts, hotel workers, and … recommendation for how to prioritize Group 3 in the future. “Given the spirit of the conversation that we had …