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/news/grant-program-seeks-retain-doctors-rural-idaho
… Grant program seeks to retain doctors in rural Idaho November 27, 2023 Author DHW … and retention of qualified family medicine physicians is both challenging and expensive,” wrote Syringa Hospital in …
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/news/gov-little-sign-executive-order-support-suicide-prevention-idaho
… to sign executive order to support suicide prevention in Idaho September 26, 2023 Author DHW Communications Idaho … and is 12 th highest among states in 2021,” said Teresa Abbott, a health program manager with the Suicide Prevention …
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/health-wellness/emergency-planning/emergency-preparedness
… Emergency Preparedness Emergency preparedness means planning ahead for an emergency. During an emergency, you may … basics, your plan should focus on the following: The best way to get to safety (in home and away from it) Methods of …
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/news/healthcare-workers-and-residents-long-term-care-facilities-now-receiving-covid-19-vaccine
… and residents of long-term care facilities now receiving the COVID-19 vaccine December 31, 2020 Author DHW Communications Idaho is in full swing getting vaccines out to Idahoans. As of today, Idaho has … local vaccinators they selected; an effort coordinated by both the local public health districts and the Idaho …
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/health-wellness/environmental-health/what-radon
… or taste. It naturally comes from the breakdown of uranium in soil and rocks. Radon can enter your home through small … down into tiny radioactive particles. These particles can get stuck in your lungs. Over time, they release small … spend time. Types of Tests: Short-term test (3–7 days) : Best done in winter. Long-term test (up to 1 year): Gives a …
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/news/mpox-returns-idaho-health-authorities-stress-importance-vaccination
… to Idaho: health authorities stress importance of vaccination November 2, 2023 Author DHW Communications Idaho … in Idaho since last year. Investigation is ongoing, but both persons reported traveling outside the state, which may … mpox should watch for symptoms for 21 days afterward and get vaccinated against mpox as soon as possible (preferably …
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/providers/rural-health-transformation-program-grant/about-rural-health-transformation-program-grant
… all states to strengthen rural communities by improving healthcare access, quality, and outcomes. Through … 50% or $25B distributed on the criteria below. Idaho could get up to an additional $100M annually if awarded. … October 30, 2026: All Year 1 funds obligated This website is supported by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid …
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/providers/idaho-bureau-emergency-medical-services/ems-agencies
… EMS Agencies EMS agency licensing in the state of Idaho falls under the jurisdiction of … the guide, refer to Help University (Must be logged into ImageTrend to access). Waivers, Exceptions, and Exemptions EMS … discipline areas: Trauma Stroke STEMI. Visit the TSE website for further meeting details and agendas. TSE Patient …
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/services-programs/medicaid-health/apply-adult-developmental-disabilities-programs
… help and support if you want or need it. You can get these services in a place that makes the most sense to you, either at home or out in the community. The type of help you can get depends on the …
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/services-programs/birth-marriage-death-records/start-your-advance-directive
… providers make important decisions about your care during a crisis. It speaks for you when you are unable to speak … Directive through the Idaho Healthcare Directive Registry. Getting started Step 1: Think about what is most important … you to make decisions about healthcare options if you become seriously ill. This planning worksheet may help you …
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/news/influenza-contributes-washington-county-childs-death
… Influenza contributes to Washington County child’s death … during the 2019-2020 season. “It is not too late to get the flu vaccine,” Tengelsen said. “To reduce serious … provider or pharmacist to determine which vaccines are best for you and your family. Symptoms of the flu include …
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/news/first-death-west-nile-virus-idaho-year
… First death from West Nile virus in Idaho this year August 15, 2025 Author DHW Communications … for Disease Control and Prevention’s Insect Repellent Chatbot at https://www.cdc.gov/mosquitoes/prevention/index.html …
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/health-wellness/environmental-health/idaho-recreational-waters
… Health works with Idaho’s local public health districts to investigate outbreaks of illness linked to drinking water … closures. Swimmer's Itch : An allergic reaction to tiny parasites called cercariae. They infect snails and waterfowl and … likely than people to be exposed to cyanotoxins. They can get sick from: Drinking contaminated water Swallowing water …
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/services-programs/health-behavioral-health-and-substance-use-disorder
… Health, Behavioral Health and Substance Use Disorder Find resources, support, and information on health, wellness, behavioral health, and substance use disorders. Community resources Search our online database for resources … Heal Services Administration (SAMHSA) provides resources to get help with suicide prevention and treatment. Opioid …
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/providers/idaho-time-sensitive-emergency/education-and-resources
… Education and Resources Do you have an upcoming community event? Need help announcing your training … - Annual Data Summary 2019 Trauma in Idaho Other websites ImageTrend Click on the link below to access ImageTrend's …
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/services-programs/behavioral-health/about-opioids
… used to treat moderate to severe short-term or chronic pain. Heroin and illicitly manufactured fentanyl are examples … of Public Health offers resources to prevent overdoses and get help. Risks of taking prescription opioids Anyone who … Opioid Overdose [Excluding Deaths] 2024 Opioid information Common opioids GENERIC NAME Brand names Street/Slang names …
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/services-programs/behavioral-health/resources-1
… Resources Find resources to prevent opioid overdoses and get help. … Access information about the health effects of opioids. Get help Behavioral Health Treatment Locator Find treatment …
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/services-programs/birth-marriage-death-records/idaho-healthcare-directive-registry
… Orders for Scope of Treatment). It safeguards your wishes in the event you are unable to communicate or make decisions about your medical care. About … Phone 208-334-5501 Email IHDR@dhw.idaho.gov Resources to get started More Resources Visit our resources page to get …
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/news/health-advisory-expanded-cj-strike-reservoir-near-mountain-home
… Health advisory expanded for CJ Strike Reservoir near Mountain Home September 17, 2025 Author DHW Communications The … water. Take extra care to ensure children do not drink or get the water on them. Ensure pets and livestock do not … 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-spring-valley-reservoir
… Health advisory issued for Spring Valley Reservoir October 10, 2024 Author DHW … water. Take extra care to ensure children do not drink or get the water on them. Ensure pets and livestock do not … 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
… Health advisory issued for Cedar Creek Reservoir near Twin Falls September 30, 2024 Author DHW Communications The … water. Take extra care to ensure children do not drink or get the water on them. Ensure pets and livestock do not … 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/fostering-family-adventures-idaho-state-parks
… Fostering Family Adventures at Idaho State Parks April 29, 2025 … that renew the human spirit and bring communities together,” said IDPR Director Susan Buxton. “Providing extra … City Kiwanis Club, Charles Schwab Boise Branch, Idaho Botanical Garden, Micron, Idaho Department of Fish and …
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/news/parents-infants-urgent-recall-issued-infant-formulas
… Parents of infants: Urgent recall issued for infant formulas February 18, 2022 Abbott Laboratories announced Thursday, Feb. 17, it was …
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/news/continuous-medicaid-enrollment-ends-april-1-first-batch-notices-issued-today-0
… Continuous Medicaid enrollment ends April 1. First batch of … the people enrolled in Medicaid are no longer qualified to get benefits. And recent federal law allows the department … YHI Director Pat Kelly . Watch the full clip, featuring both directors . The Division of Medicaid provides …
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/news/measles-circulating-among-idaho-communities-health-officials-urge-consultation-healthcare
… Measles circulating among Idaho communities--Health officials urge … measles or have documentation that they received both doses of the MMR vaccine. While most adults who are not …
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/news/dhw-announces-covid-19-funding-hospitals-and-free-standing-primaryurgent-care-clinics
… DHW announces COVID-19 funding for hospitals and free-standing primary/urgent care … and email it to DHW at: PrimUrgCareCOVIDSpt@dhw.idaho.gov . Both of these opportunities are funded by The American …
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/services-programs/medicaid-health/womens-health-fit-fall-quit-smoking/fit-and-fall-proofr
… Proof® Idaho's Fit and Fall Proof classes help adults maintain an independent, freely functioning lifestyle as they … volunteer leaders are trained to teach classes in their communities. Classes are held in places such as senior … & has bad knees. At the beginning of class she couldn't get out of a chair without using her hands on the chair to …
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/health-wellness/community-health/sexual-violence-prevention
… Prevention Program does not provide crisis services to individuals. If you are in crisis, call 9-1-1, or if you … from a sexual assault service provider in your area that best meets your needs. About sexual violence Sexual violence … applications from non-profit organizations to bring together a learning group of professionals, advocates, and …
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/services-programs/behavioral-health/about-adult-behavioral-health
… Welfare leads a collaborative behavioral healthcare system in Idaho to ensure adults with behavioral health needs have … with a mental health problem to live a meaningful life in a community of their choice while striving to achieve their … of life for Idaho adults with mental health diagnoses. Get more information External resources 10 Fundamental …
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/health-wellness/diseases-conditions/asthma
… Asthma Asthma is a lung disease that inflames and narrows the airways. Find out about the effects … for Disease Control and Prevention - Asthma Visit the CDC Get Idaho-specific information EXTERNAL RESOURCES American … agencies to coordinate and aggregate information for Idaho communities affected by wildfire smoke. The information is …
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/services-programs/food-assistance/apply-snap
… Apply for SNAP Households must meet certain eligibility requirements to receive SNAP benefits. Be prepared to provide this information when you apply: ID card Household income and resources Housing costs Current monthly expenses If …
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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 … support from all of you and great representation. We’ve had both our voting members and our ex-officio members all …
Boards, Councils, & Committees
/about-dhw/boards-councils-committees/idaho-alzheimers-disease-and-related-dementias-adrd-alliance
… ADRD Alliance is a statewide collaboration of Idahoans, individuals, caregivers, public officials, and community … agendas, attachments, and minutes and meeting recordings . Get Involved To be notified of future alliance meetings and … credible resources from organizations and agencies across both the public and private sectors. Resources CDC Healthy …
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/news/give-yourself-and-your-child-best-possible-gift-mothers-day-quitting-tobacco-and-receive-years
… Give yourself and your child the best possible gift this Mother’s Day by quitting tobacco – and receive up to a year’s worth of free … and wipes in the process. Stopping smoking will help both the quitter and the baby immediately and throughout …
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/news/health-advisories-idaho-water-bodies-lifted-winter-approaches
… Health advisories for Idaho water bodies lifted as winter approaches December 1, 2025 Author DHW Communications … or surface scum. Mats can also form out of sight, on the bottom of the water body. Staying informed and practicing …
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/news/988-lifeline-answers-nearly-5-million-calls-texts-and-chats-its-first-year-including-12657
… 988 Lifeline answers nearly 5 million calls, texts, and chats in its … year, including 12,657 in Idaho July 17, 2023 Author DHW Communications In its first year, the 988 National Suicide … an easy number for people to make contact. We then need to get them to the appropriate resource, and follow-up and make …
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/dhw-voice/shedding-light-impact-viral-hepatitis-and-encouraging-testing-and-vaccination-during
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/news/idaho-continues-thrive-during-pandemic-and-moves-stage-3-stage-4-idaho-rebounds-plan
… Idaho continues to thrive during the pandemic and moves from Stage 3 … the actions of Idahoans in protecting their neighbors and getting the COVID-19 vaccine, Idaho’s schools and businesses … Director Dave Jeppesen. “We’re currently seeing some of the best numbers we have seen since last summer. We think the …
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/news/all-vaccinated-adults-idaho-are-now-eligible-booster-dose-covid-19-vaccine
… All vaccinated adults in Idaho are now eligible for a booster dose of COVID-19 vaccine November 19, 2021 Author DHW Communications In light of today’s CDC recommendation, the … the Johnson & Johnson vaccine two or more months ago, to get a booster dose of a COVID-19 vaccine; adults age 18-49 …
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/news/idaho-activates-crisis-standards-care-north-idaho-due-surge-covid-19-patients-requiring
… Idaho activates Crisis Standards of Care in North Idaho due to of surge in COVID-19 patients … healthcare providers and systems decide how to deliver the best care possible under the extraordinary circumstances of … history of our state. We have taken so many steps to avoid getting here, but yet again we need to ask more Idahoans to …
Blog Article
/dhw-voice/dhw-director-dave-jeppesen-join-me-honoring-idahos-kinship-families-summer
Boards, Councils, & Committees
/about-dhw/boards-councils-committees/infant-toddler-coordinating-council
… Infant Toddler Coordinating Council The Infant Toddler Coordinating Council … includes parents as well as representatives from many community agencies. Coordinating Council membership … includes parents as well as representatives from many community agencies: Idaho Legislature State Department of …
/dhw/twin-falls-office-pole-line-building
… 601 Pole Line Road Twin Falls , ID 83301 United States Monday - Friday: 8:00 … youth crisis centers please visit: https://magellanofidaho.com/crisis-support. Long Term Care Unit 866-255-1190 … & assistance with accessing Health & Welfare and community resources, identify opportunities for prevention & …
/food-banks-food-sites-and-food-pantries/helping-hearts-hands-inc-gooding
… 237 Main St. Gooding , ID 83320 United States Monday: 10:00 am-2:45 pm …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/dhw-hosts-zero-based-rulemaking-public-hearing-docket-16-0317-2201
… DHW hosts a Zero-Based Rulemaking Public Hearing - Docket 16-0317-2201 Medicare Medicaid … 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: …
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/news/pertussis-whooping-cough-rise-southwest-idaho
… Pertussis (whooping cough) on the rise in southwest Idaho March 8, 2024 … contact with young children, including their families, to get vaccinated against pertussis (also known as whooping … can be treated with prescribed antibiotics. Treatment works best when started early, before any coughing fits start. …
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/news/surveyors-complete-115-infection-control-surveys-idaho-nursing-homes
… Surveyors complete 115 infection control surveys in Idaho nursing homes August 28, … in this fight against COVID-19 and have completed 115 targeted infection control surveys in Idaho nursing homes, as … control surveys in the following circumstances: Perform on-site surveys of nursing homes with previous COVID-19 …
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/news/state-require-proof-residency-or-work-idaho-vaccine-appointments
… State to require proof of residency or work in Idaho for vaccine appointments February 23, 2021 Author DHW Communications CORRECTION: Some vaccine providers may scan … people with a primary residence or who work in Idaho should get vaccinated when it is their turn . People who do not …
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/news/idaho-expands-crisis-standards-care-statewide-due-surge-covid-19-patients-requiring-0
… expands Crisis Standards of Care statewide due to surge in COVID-19 patients requiring hospitalization September 16, … “Our hospitals and healthcare systems need our help. The best way to end crisis standards of care is for more people to get vaccinated. It dramatically reduces your chances of …