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/news/health-advisory-issued-winchester-lake-lewis-county
… south of the city of Winchester. DHW works closely with Idaho North Central Public Health, the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), and the Nez Perce Tribe to identify, respond to, and monitor cyanobacteria harmful …
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/news/gov-little-speak-overdose-awareness-event-capitol-steps
… Capitol steps August 29, 2022 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare will host an event at the Idaho Capitol front steps to commemorate International … Day. The event will start at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 31. Idaho Gov. Brad Little will kick things off with a …
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/news/dhw-launches-internal-review-syringe-exchange-program
… an internal review of its contracts for services with Idaho’s syringe exchange programs after police executed a search warrant at Boise and Caldwell offices of the Idaho Harm Reduction Project (IHRP) on Wednesday, Feb. 14. … since March 2020. A syringe exchange program provides access to sterile syringes, facilitates safe disposal of used …
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/news/dhw-opens-new-foster-care-facility-payette
… city of Payette. The Payette Assessment and Care Center (PACC) is a place that will provide structure, safety, and a supportive environment for … and Care Center (PACC) represents a beacon of hope for Idaho’s vulnerable children, offering a safe haven for …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-lake-lowell
… Lake Lowell October 15, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is issuing a … DHW works closely with Southwest District Health and the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality to identify, respond to, and monitor cyanobacteria harmful …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-lake-cascade-and-below-cascade-dam
… Cascade Dam October 18, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is issuing a … DHW works closely with Central District Health and the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality to identify, respond to, and monitor cyanobacteria harmful …
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/news/public-health-reports-first-heat-related-death-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 … the fluid instead of swallowing it. Heat exhaustion may occur before symptoms of heatstroke. Symptoms may include …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-murtaugh-lake-twin-falls-county
… DHW works closely with South Central Public Health and the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) to identify, respond to, and monitor cyanobacteria harmful … following precautions while the advisory is in effect: Avoid swimming, wading, or other contact with the water. Take …
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/news/130-million-past-due-child-support-dhw-strengthen-enforcement-suspending-hunting-and-fishing
… payments from non-custodial parents. The department will accomplish this by raising minimum child support payments … when a parent owes past due child support. Since 1996, Idaho law has allowed Child Support Services to suspend … “The point here isn’t to suspend a license, but for Idahoans to pay their child support,” said DHW Director Alex …
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/news/terry-reilly-health-services-launches-certified-community-behavioral-health-clinic-system
… concept of Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics in Idaho. Idaho Gov. Brad Little, legislators from Canyon County, … attendance. This clinic system is one of four new regional CCBHCs established on the recommendation of Gov. Little and …
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/news/statement-dhw-director-dave-jeppesen-about-legislative-services-office-audit
… issued the following statement in response to the State of Idaho Legislative Services Office’s audit released today, … the transparency it affords the public to understand the Idaho Community Partner grants and the support they provide … the staff at DHW for working incredibly hard to create a successful, appropriate, accountable program that has …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-brownlee-and-hells-canyon-reservoirs
… works closely with Southwest District Health (SWDH) and the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) to identify, respond to, and monitor cyanobacteria harmful … following precautions while the advisory is in effect: Avoid swimming, wading, or other contact with the water. Take …
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/news/public-comment-accepted-behavioral-health-standards-through-aug-3
… Public comment accepted on behavioral health standards through Aug. 3 July … As the Behavioral Health Authority for the State of Idaho, the Division of Behavioral Health (DBH) is developing … (SUD) Life Skills Substance Use Disorders (SUD) Recovery Residences Staffed Safe and Sober Housing Enhanced Staffed Safe …
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/news/dhw-seeks-public-input-inform-rural-health-transformation-program-application
… Program is run by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services with the goal to improve rural health in all 50 … over a five-year period. Input from rural health care providers, hospitals, clinics, community organizations, payers, … best used to serve rural Idaho communities. Input will be accepted from Sept. 5 to Sept. 30, 2025. Survey responses …
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/news/infant-botulism-case-ada-county-linked-national-baby-formula-recall
… Nutrition infant formula. This case is part of a nationwide outbreak currently under investigation by federal and state health officials. The only identified case in Idaho so far is in Ada County, but the recalled formula was …
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/news/state-comm-host-news-conference-featuring-unique-partnership-helps-facilitate-eye-and-tissue
… matched with people in need. Since 2013, the team at the Idaho State EMS Communications Center has been helping make that connection. Staff from the Idaho State EMS Communication Center (StateComm), Envision … attend. What : Eye Donation Month news conference Where : Idaho Statewide Communications Center, 700 S. Stratford Dr., …
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/news/monkeypox-sample-handling-error-leads-internal-lab-investigation
… investigation August 2, 2022 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Bureau of Laboratories yesterday discovered a critical … positive monkeypox test result for one patient in southwest Idaho, and a false negative test result for another patient. … Ball. “We remain committed to providing Idahoans accurate and timely information as we respond to this new …
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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
… welfare services May 7, 2025 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) has begun … outcomes across the state. These positions, approved by the Idaho Legislature earlier this year, are part of a broader … Gov. Brad Little’s signing of Senate Bill 1208, which provides a $23 million investment in DHW’s child welfare …
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/news/boise-hawks-host-foster-family-night-june-6
… Hawks baseball team for a special Foster Family Night on Friday, June 6, at Memorial Stadium in Boise. The event will celebrate the commitment of Idaho’s foster families during the Hawks’ home game against … honor foster parents and children in attendance and provide a welcoming space for families to connect and enjoy …
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/news/west-nile-virus-detected-elmore-county-mosquitoes
… The positive mosquitoes, which are the first detected in Idaho this year, were collected by the Elmore County … are right for transmission of the virus to people,” said Dr. Leslie Tengelsen, state public health veterinarian. … in horses and some species of birds. Although there is no vaccine for people, there are several vaccines for horses, …
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/news/parents-infants-urgent-recall-issued-infant-formulas
… bacterial infections in infants who consumed the products. Idaho Public Health officials have confirmed some of the … involved in the recall are, or have recently been, sold in Idaho. Parents of infants should check www.similacrecall.com … consumers not to use or purchase the infant formulas. According to the FDA, all four infants were hospitalized …
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/news/give-yourself-and-your-child-best-possible-gift-mothers-day-quitting-tobacco-and-receive-years
… the best possible gift this Mother’s Day by quitting tobacco – and receive up to a year’s worth of free diapers and … lives: Quitting clears harmful gases, such as carbon monoxide, and other damaging chemicals from the body. Quitting … to stop smoking, but it's never too late to quit,” said Elizabeth Hoyt, Project Filter program manager. “Stopping …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-hold-regular-meeting-nov-12
… Nov. 12 November 9, 2020 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will hold its regularly … the board’s purview, a presentation on the impact of Medicaid expansion and the pandemic on behavioral health, an … Meeting number 801 163 561, Password 96328827 In accordance with title 74, chapter 2, limited in-person …
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/news/nfls-scott-matlock-joins-boise-state-esports-game-night-foster-youth
… of gaming, mentorship, and community featuring NFL star and Idaho native Scott Matlock. Hosted by Boise State Esports in … athletes will be on hand to mentor youth, offering guidance on teamwork, strategy, and career paths in esports. … foster youth himself, Matlock will share his journey from Idaho’s foster system to professional football, highlighting …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/division-welfare-accepting-public-comment-community-services-block
… Division of Welfare accepting public comment on Community Services Block Grant … a virtual public hearing from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Friday, July 29, to accept public comment on Idaho’s Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) State Plan for …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-hold-special-meeting-nov-18
… Nov. 18 November 17, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will hold a special … 6 p.m. MT Thursday, Nov. 18, via Webex and in Boise to consider a new temporary rule regarding crisis standards of care … meeting number 2466 333 5886 , password 86376269 . In accordance with title 74, chapter 2, limited in-person …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-hold-regular-meeting-may-20
… on May 20 May 17, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will meet via WebEx and in … mode by selecting this link: https://idhw.webex.com/idhw/onstage/g.php?MTID=e0f809cc16830b1d0fc1c6c7fc43cd9c0 The Board of Health and Welfare …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-hold-special-meeting-june-15
… on June 15 June 8, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will meet at 1 p.m. (MDT) … mode by selecting this link: https://idhw.webex.com/idhw/j.php?MTID=mcc5bb5b31b9cd8e048b4717a361f15bd The Board of Health and …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-meet-nov-10-0
… meet Nov. 10 November 8, 2022 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will hold its regularly … to Public Information Officer Greg Stahl ( Greg.Stahl@dhw.idaho.gov ) for a video link. In accordance with title 74, chapter 2, the Idaho Open Meetings …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/dhw-accepting-public-comment-weatherization-bipartisan-infrastructure
… DHW accepting public comment on the Weatherization Bipartisan … State Plan Type of notice/meeting Public Notice The Idaho Department of Health Welfare is holding a virtual … public hearing from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. MT Sept. 8 and will accept public comments through Sept. 8 about the …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-meet-feb-16
… Feb. 16 February 14, 2023 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will hold its regularly … to Public Information Officer Greg Stahl at Greg.Stahl@dhw.idaho.gov for a video link. In accordance with title 74, chapter 2, the Idaho Open Meetings …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/dhw-seeks-public-comment-title-v-maternal-and-child-health-block-grant
… and emerging issues to make sure the MCH Program is guided by the needs of Idaho. To provide feedback on this year’s block grant, email …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-meet-november-14
… November 14 November 8, 2023 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will hold its regularly … the link at the top of the agenda and enter the meeting id number and password. In accordance with title 74, chapter 2, the Idaho Open Meetings …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/dhw-accepting-public-comment-rules-low-income-home-energy-assistance
… DHW accepting public comment on rules for Low-Income Home Energy … (MT) Join from the meeting link: https://idhw.webex.com/idhw/j.php?MTID=mc0cc1f9f9ab4ce65f56d474de7b287bf WebEx Call-in: Dial in: …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-meet-aug-18
… meet Aug. 18 August 15, 2022 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will hold its regularly … MT Thursday, Aug. 18, via Webex and in Boise. Due to COVID-19 precautions, meeting attendance is available via … Greg Stahl at the email address above for a video link. In accordance with title 74, chapter 2, the Idaho Open Meetings …
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/news/heath-officials-investigate-outbreak-linked-raw-milk
… to raw milk August 16, 2024 Author DHW Communications Idaho Public Health officials are investigating recent … unpasteurized (raw) milk from Paradise Grove Dairy. The Idaho Division of Public Health is collaborating with Central District Health (CDH), Eastern Idaho Public Health (EIPH), and Idaho State Department of …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-hold-regular-meeting-feb-18
… on Feb. 18 February 12, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will meet via WebEx and in … Health and Welfare’s rules and proposed legislation, on COVID-19 in Idaho and crisis standards of care, and about the Division …
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/news/fish-advisory-coeur-dalene-basin-revised-after-high-levels-mercury-found-some-species
… in some species June 18, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) and Coeur d’Alene Tribe, in coordination with the Idaho Fish Consumption Advisory Program, have … recognize the health benefits of eating fish and are providing this advisory to encourage the safe consumption …
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/news/vapeelectronic-smoking-device-retailers-are-required-get-tobacco-permit-starting-july-1
… smoking device retailers are required to get a tobacco permit, starting July 1 June 30, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr Because of a change in Idaho Code that will take effect July 1, retailers including … to obtain a permit to legally sell them in the state of Idaho. The Idaho Legislature has updated Section39-5700 . It …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-meet-may-18
… to meet May 18 May 15, 2023 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will hold its regularly … join the meeting by Webex should register at the link provided at the top of the agenda. In accordance with title 74, chapter 2, the Idaho Open Meetings …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-meet-aug-15
… meet Aug. 15 August 12, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will hold its regularly … the link at the top of the agenda and enter the meeting id number and password. In accordance with title 74, chapter 2, the Idaho Open Meetings …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-meet-march-26
… meet March 26 March 22, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will hold its regularly … the link at the top of the agenda and enter the meeting id number and password. In accordance with title 74, chapter 2, the Idaho Open Meetings …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-meet-june-6
… to meet June 6 June 3, 2024 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will hold its regularly … the link at the top of the agenda and enter the meeting id number and password. In accordance with title 74, chapter 2, the Idaho Open Meetings …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/dhw-accepts-public-comment-state-plan-low-income-home-energy-assistance
… DHW accepts public comment on state plan for Low-Income Home … public hearing from 10 a.m. to noon MT July 28 and will accept public comments through July 28 regarding the … To access the public hearing: Link: https://idhw.webex.com/idhw/j.php?MTID=m59c68730cee53974b46b175d64d6aed… ; Dial …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/dhw-seeks-public-comment-block-grant-application
… Report, the MCH program is required to provide an executive summary that describes the contents of the … the state's Title V program efforts to address its identified MCH priority needs and reflects on the state's … https://publicdocuments.dhw.idaho.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=5740&dbid=0&repo=PUBLIC-DOCUMENTS The MCH program seeks …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-meet-august-17
… August 17 August 14, 2023 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will hold its regularly … join the meeting by Webex should register at the link provided at the top of the agenda. In accordance with title 74, chapter 2, the Idaho Open Meetings …
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/news/vapeelectronic-smoking-device-retailers-are-required-get-tobacco-permit-starting-july-1-0
… smoking device retailers are required to get a tobacco permit, starting July 1 July 30, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr Because of a change in Idaho Code that will take effect July 1, retailers including … to obtain a permit to legally sell them in the state of Idaho. The Idaho Legislature has updated Section39-5700 . It …
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/news/possible-measles-exposure-occurs-boise-airport
… Possible measles exposure occurs at Boise Airport April 9, 2026 Author DHW … Airport, Sunday, March 29, between 1:30 a.m. and 7:40 a.m. Idaho local public health districts notified Boise Airport officials and are notifying Idahoans who shared flights with the person with measles. …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-meet-nov-10
… of Health and Welfare to meet Nov. 10 November 8, 2021 The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will hold its regularly … MT Wednesday, Nov. 10, via Webex and in Boise. Due to COVID-19 precautions, meeting attendance is available via … meeting number 177 727 8827, password 98476623. In accordance with title 74, chapter 2, limited in-person …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-meet-may-19
… to meet May 19 May 16, 2022 Author DHW Communications The Idaho Board of Health and Welfare will hold its regularly … a.m. MT thursday, May 19, via Webex and in Boise. Due to COVID-19 precautions, meeting attendance is available via … committees for the Health and Welfare committees in the Idaho Legislature. The Idaho Department of Health and …