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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-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/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/988-lifeline-answers-nearly-5-million-calls-texts-and-chats-its-first-year-including-12657
… texts, and chats in its first year, including 12,657 in Idaho July 17, 2023 Author DHW Communications In its first year, the 988 National Suicide … a challenge that the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is working to solve. There’s also demand for stronger …
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/news/idaho-covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-meet-friday-4
… Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee to meet Friday February 18, 2021 Author DHW Communications The COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee will … ps://idhw.webex.com/idhw/onstage/g.php?MTID=e779028bd14b3f52dfcda85eacc549796 American Sign Language services is …
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/news/idaho-deactivates-crisis-standards-care-except-north-idaho-briefing-1-pm-today
… Idaho deactivates crisis standards of care except for north … remains in effect in the Panhandle Health District, which encompasses Boundary, Bonner, Kootenai, Benewah, and Shoshone … ebex.com/idhw/onstage/g.php?MTID=e87d1112737cf94dbcad4b2e78f4fc22d A recording of the briefing will be available later in …
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/news/covid-19-vaccine-media-briefing-set-tuesday
… COVID-19 vaccine media briefing set for Tuesday January 4, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) … https://idhw.webex.com/idhw/onstage/g.php?MTID=e2cccf5a363cfc1e7654e8fb651232869 The Idaho Department of Health and …
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/news/covid-19-media-briefing-set-230-pm-tuesday-0
… COVID-19 media briefing set for 2:30 p.m. Tuesday May 10, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) … link: https://idhw.webex.com/idhw/onstage/g.php?MTID=e5ffcea4be9bf5622e2a1ab5c04836dda The Idaho Department of …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/idahos-covid-19-advisory-committee-meet-feb-19-webex
… Idaho’s COVID-19 Advisory Committee to meet Feb. 19 via Webex … ps://idhw.webex.com/idhw/onstage/g.php?MTID=e779028bd14b3f52dfcda85eacc549796 ASL interpretation will be provided. …
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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/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: …
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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/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) … populations, to ensure we continued to serve Idaho’s neediest families while remaining within our appropriation as … for SFY2025. To operate within the program’s budget in SFY2026 and beyond and to avoid the need for future enrollment …
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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/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/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/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 …
News
/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/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 …
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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 …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/community-care-advisory-council-meet-1-pm-4-pm-oct-25-boise-and-webex
… Community Care Advisory Council to meet from 1 p.m. to 4 … Boise and via Webex Type of notice/meeting Public Meeting Community Care Advisory Council to meet from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 25 in Boise and via Webex. Details in the agenda, which will be posted soon. Pete T. Cenarrusa Building …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/health-quality-planning-commission
… Health Quality Planning Commission Type of notice/meeting Public Meeting The Health Quality Planning Commission will meet Wednesday, Aug. 3, from 8:45 a.m. to noon. The meeting will be in …
News
/news/mpox-returns-idaho-health-authorities-stress-importance-vaccination
… Mpox returns to Idaho: health authorities stress importance of vaccination November 2, 2023 Author DHW Communications Idaho Division of Public Health and Central … at https://www.cdc.gov/poxvirus/mpox/vaccines/vaccine-recommendations.html . For more information about mpox and …
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/news/idaho-submits-waiver-request-exclude-soft-drinks-and-candy-snap-purchases
… Idaho submits waiver request to exclude soft drinks 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 …
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/news/omicron-sub-lineage-ba2-identified-idaho-public-health-stresses-importance-reducing-spread
… Omicron sub-lineage BA.2 identified in Idaho; public health stresses importance of reducing the spread of COVID-19 January 28, 2022 Author DHW Communications and Central District Health PIO The Idaho … will continue to monitor this and future variants and are committed to transparency in informing the public what we …
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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/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 …
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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 …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/st-lukes-clinic-endocrinology
… To enroll, contact: 208-814-7271 This program has achieved ADA recognition. For more information, visit the website: … program has achieved ADA recognition. For more information, visit the website: …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/panhandle-health-district
… is offered in-person only. To enroll, call 208-415-5242 or complete the online submission form at the website. For more information, visit the website: …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/panhandle-health-district-0
… is offered in-person only. To enroll, call 208-415-5242 or complete the online submission form at the website. For more information, visit the website: …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/panhandle-health-district-1
… is offered in-person only. To enroll, call 208-415-5242 or complete the online submission form at the website. For more information, visit the website: …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/panhandle-health-district-2
… This program has achieved ADCES accreditation and ADA recognition. Depending on individual interest, it is … Health District Offices. To enroll, call 208-415-5242 or complete the online submission form at the website. For more information, visit the …
/idaho-diabetes-self-management-education-and-support-dsmes-services/panhandle-health-district-st
… is offered in-person only. To enroll, call 208-415-5242 or complete the online submission form at the website. For more information, visit the website: …
/food-banks-food-sites-and-food-pantries/seventh-day-adventist-caldwell
… 2216 E Linden Caldwell , ID 83605 United States Monday: 5:30 pm-7:30 pm Tuesday: 10:00 am-12:30 pm Wednesday - … Adventist Church Services Phone Numbers Phone, email, and website 208-454-3549 Website: caldwellsda.org | Email: caldwellsda.csc@gmail.com …
Boards, Councils, & Committees
/about-dhw/boards-councils-committees/tse-regional-committees
… TSE Regional Committees The state has been divided into six regions. Each … 1 NORTH REGION 2 NORTH-CENTRAL REGION 3 SOUTHWEST Thursday, April 23rd 9am - 11pm PST Kootenai Health 2003 Kootenai … Region 4 and Region 5 tertiary facilities. Idaho TSE System website Visit the website to learn how the TSE Branch …
Boards, Councils, & Committees
/about-dhw/boards-councils-committees/medicaid-advisory-committee
… Medicaid Advisory Committee The Medicaid Advisory Committee (MAC) advises Idaho Medicaid in the development and refining of the … the BAC webpage to learn more and see what they do! 2026 MAC Meeting Information Date/Time Location Virtual …
/dhw/sandpoint-ponderay-office
… 207 Larkspur Street Ponderay , ID 83852 United States Monday - Friday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm Saturday - Sunday: Closed … Services Phone Numbers Children & Family Services 208-265-4523 Adoption, Child Protection, Foster Care, Kinship … youth crisis centers please visit: https://magellanofidaho.com/crisis-support. Infant Toddler Program 208-265-4593 …
/dhw/blackfoot-office-blackfoot-services-complex
… Alice P O Box 129 Blackfoot , ID 83221 United States Monday - Friday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm Saturday - Sunday: Closed … Services Phone Numbers Child and Family Services 208-785-5826 Adoption, Child Protection, Foster Care, Kinship Child … Crisis Prevention and Court Services 208-528-4040 Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) 866-818-6463 Personal Care …
/dhw/boise-office-westgate-building
… 1720 Westgate Drive Boise , ID 83704 United States Monday - Friday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm Saturday - Sunday: Closed … Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) 800-926-2588 Day Care Licensing 800-926-2588 Developmental … youth crisis centers please visit: https://magellanofidaho.com/crisis-support. Mental Health Services - Adult & …
News
/news/gov-little-speak-overdose-awareness-event-capitol-steps
… awareness event on Capitol steps August 29, 2022 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare will host an event at … to raise awareness about overdoses, remember those who have died, and provide space for loved ones to grieve. As part of …
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/news/gov-little-commemorate-international-overdose-awareness-day-aug-31-idaho-capitol
… Gov. Little to commemorate International Overdose Awareness Day Aug. 31 at Idaho Capitol August 28, 2023 Author DHW … are encouraged to gather to remember those who have died from an overdose, discuss opportunities to reduce …
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/news/protect-yourself-and-your-pets-harmful-algal-blooms-summer
… harmful algal blooms this summer June 28, 2024 Author DHW Communications Track water sampling locations and health advisories: Idaho Recreational Water Health Advisories I daho Department … by a bloom or consuming fish caught in affected waterbodies. Swallowing water impacted by a bloom can cause stomach …
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/news/public-health-reports-first-heat-related-death-2023
… first heat-related death in 2023 July 7, 2023 Author DHW Communications The first heat-related death in Idaho this year has been reported to the Division of Public … Health. An Idaho resident between 40 and 60 years of age died of heatstroke when hiking a strenuous route in southern …