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/news/rural-healthcare-grants-awarded-16-seek-attract-and-retain-providers
… State Loan Repayment Program helps provide Idahoans with access to services closer to home.” Comments submitted with … writes Caribou Memorial Hospital, one of 27 critical access hospitals in Idaho. “Any retention incentive we are … Program, including a list of this year’s recipients, visit: …
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/news/idaho-behavioral-health-plan-contract-awarded-magellan-healthcare-inc
… Corrections. For more information about the new IBHP visit: www.healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/newIBHP . The Idaho …
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/news/idaho-public-health-officials-work-healthcare-providers-identify-additional-diagnoses
… given how complicated and serious MIS-C can be.” According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and … Section at 208-334-5939. For more information, visit https://www.cdc.gov/mis-c/index.html The Idaho …
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/news/idaho-administration-bulletins-contains-notice-rulemakings-month
… published today. Please select the docket number below to visit the Office of the Administrative Rules website to …
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/news/two-rabid-bats-found-ada-county-health-officials-urge-caution-around-all-bats
… home. Maintain tight-fitting screens on windows. Always vaccinate your dogs, cats, ferrets, and horses. Even indoor … know if they find one. For more information about rabies visit Rabies page or call your local public health district …
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/news/two-severe-allergic-reactions-reported-after-covid-19-vaccination-idaho
… Two severe allergic reactions reported after COVID-19 vaccination in Idaho December 22, 2020 Author DHW … events, after they received the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine. The events happened in northern Idaho and the … more information about COVID-19 vaccine in Idaho, please visit: https://coronavirus.idaho.gov/covid-19-vaccine/ The …
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/news/new-covid-19-crisis-counseling-hotline-offers-support-struggling-idahoans
… toll-free 866-947-5186. Resources can also be found by visiting www.ioem.idaho.gov/covidhelpnow . …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-west-side-henrys-lake
… drinking the water. For more information about cyanoHABs, visit DEQ’s website at …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-west-side-american-falls-reservoir
… drinking the water. For more information about cyanoHABs, visit DEQ’s website at …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-cedar-creek-reservoir-near-twin-falls
… drinking the water. For more information about cyanoHABs, visit DEQ’s website at …
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/news/first-death-west-nile-virus-idaho-year
… in the water from becoming adults. For more information, visit https://westnile.idaho.gov . The Idaho Department of …
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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
… For more information about job openings and how to apply, visit the state’s child welfare job listings . The Idaho …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-thorn-creek-reservoir-south
… drinking the water. For more information about cyanoHABs, visit DEQ’s website at …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-lake-lowell
… drinking the water. For more information about cyanoHABs, visit DEQ’s website at …
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/news/health-advisory-issued-lake-cascade-and-below-cascade-dam
… drinking the water. For more information about cyanoHABs, visit DEQ’s website at …
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/news/idaho-medicaid-submits-behavioral-health-transformationimd-waiver-federal-approval
… Medicaid team. For more information on Medicaid expansion, visit https://medicaidexpansion.idaho.gov/ . …
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/news/dhw-supports-recommendation-extra-dose-covid-19-vaccine-those-weakened-immune-systems
… DHW supports recommendation for extra dose of COVID-19 vaccine for those with weakened immune systems August 13, 2021 Author DHW Communications An extra dose of COVID-19 vaccine has been authorized by the U.S. Food and Drug … their healthcare providers to discuss their options, or visit the nearest vaccine clinic . More information is …
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/news/idaho-steelheads-host-foster-family-night-feb-7
… Partnerships team at CommunityBuilders@dhw.idaho.gov or visit www.healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/communitybuilders . …
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/news/free-training-radon-gas-idaho-helps-homeowners-builders-and-others-build-safer-homes
… to find a test kit, call the Idaho Careline at 2-1-1 or visit www.radonidaho.org . The Idaho Department of Health …
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/news/parents-infants-urgent-recall-issued-infant-formulas
… consumers not to use or purchase the infant formulas. According to the FDA, all four infants were hospitalized … out if the product you have is included in this recall, visit www.similacrecall.com and type in the code on the …
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/news/dhw-fish-and-game-officials-urge-caution-after-chronic-wasting-disease-found-idaho-deer
… nodes. Animals may not appear ill early in the infection. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and … maintains a current map here ). For questions about CWD, visit the CDC website below or contact DHW’s Epidemiology …
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/news/idaho-adult-dies-rabies-infection
… an estimated 60,000 Americans receiving the post-exposure vaccination series each year. The rabies virus infects the … Program Manager Lindsay Haskell. “We want our residents and visitors to Idaho to be informed of the risk of rabies, to … there has been a possible exposure, treatment with rabies vaccine and rabies immune globulin may be recommended in case …
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/news/first-rabid-bat-season-found-bannock-county-health-officials-urge-caution-around-bats
… veterinarian if they believe their pets, regardless of vaccination status, were in contact with a bat. Bats are the … home. Maintain tight-fitting screens on windows. Always vaccinate your dogs, cats, ferrets, and horses. Even indoor … rabies in Idaho, call your local public health district or visit …
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/news/idaho-children-ages-12-15-now-eligible-receive-pfizer-covid-19-vaccine
… ages 12-15 now eligible to receive Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine May 12, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Department … 12-15 are now eligible to receive the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. With this recommendation, 85 percent of all Idahoans … activities.” To find a vaccine provider, please visit https://www.vaccines.gov/search/ . Read the CDC’s …
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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 … may need hospital treatment. “Protecting your baby from tobacco smoke is one of the best things you can do to give your … to quit using tobacco products, free help is available by visiting: 1-800-QUIT-NOW (800-784-8669) and …
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/news/west-nile-virus-activity-rising-across-state-state-health-officials-say
… mosquitoes can lay their eggs.” WNV activity typically occurs during August through September, but it can be … in horses and some species of birds. Although there is no vaccine for people, there are several annual vaccines for horses. For more information, please visit www.westnile.idaho.gov . The Idaho Department of …
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/news/owyhee-county-reports-idahos-first-west-nile-virus-infections-humans-year
… in horses and some species of birds. Although there is no vaccine for people, there are several vaccines for horses, which should be vaccinated annually. For more information, please visit www.westnile.idaho.gov . Contact: Niki Forbing-Orr …
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/news/first-confirmed-infection-coronavirus-variant-sw-idaho
… and staying home when ill. In addition to getting vaccinated when it becomes available for you, those actions … information about the novel coronavirus, please visit https://coronavirus.idaho.gov/ . The Idaho Department …
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/news/dhw-partners-get-tested-covid-19-help-idahoans-find-testing-their-communities
… partnering with Get Tested COVID-19 to maintain an active, accurate database for designated COVID-19 testing centers in … and testing sites that are close to home. Idahoans can visit get-tested-covid19.org and type in their ZIP code. The …
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/news/idaho-wic-temporarily-increases-food-benefits
… go to signupwic.com , call the Idaho CareLine at 211, or visit wic.dhw.idaho.gov . The Idaho Department of Health and …
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/public-meetings-and-notices/idaho-wic-makes-annual-adjustment-income-guidelines
… families and additional profit for Idaho grocers that accept WIC transactions. There are currently approximately … go to signupwic.com , or call the Idaho CareLine at 211, or visit wic.dhw.idaho.gov . The Idaho Department of Health and …
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/news/infant-botulism-case-ada-county-linked-national-baby-formula-recall
… throw your containers out. For details about the recall visit: …
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/news/988-suicide-crisis-lifeline-now-available-anyone-having-behavioral-health-crisis
… help Idahoans in crisis get connected to compassionate, accessible care and support.” All calls made from an Idaho … 800-273-8255 or text 208-398-4357, but the same thing is accomplished by simply dialing or texting 988. For more information, visit call988idaho.com . Idaho residents should still call …
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/news/measles-reported-idaho-resident-public-health-officials-remind-idahoans-protect-themselves
… measles has been reported in southwest Idaho. He was unvaccinated and was exposed during recent international travel. … not have been identified by public health officials. Vaccination is highly protective against measles illness. … any chance of spread. For more information on measles, visit www.cdc.gov/measles . Media Contacts: Greg Stahl, DHW …
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/news/additional-measles-reported-southwest-idaho-public-health-officials-continue-recommend
… measles in Nampa, Idaho. All are children that were unvaccinated and were exposed in the household of the initial … yourself and your family against measles and other vaccine-preventable diseases is by immunization with the … public health officials. For more information on measles, visit www.cdc.gov/measles . Media Contacts: Greg Stahl, …
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/news/protect-yourself-and-your-pets-harmful-algal-blooms-summer
… in and around water. Cyanobacteria are naturally occurring aquatic organisms. However, under certain … Health Advisories Map for active health advisories before visiting Idaho’s water bodies. Following health advisories …
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/news/fish-advisory-coeur-dalene-basin-revised-after-high-levels-mercury-found-some-species
… Fish Consumption Advisory and guidance on eating fish, visit fish advisory page. Coeur d’Alene Lake and Spokane …
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/news/first-rabid-bats-season-found-bonneville-and-payette-counties-health-officials-urge-caution
… rabid bats detected this season. In Bonneville County, a vaccinated dog found the rabid bat. The dog and the owner had … home. Maintain tight-fitting screens on windows. Always vaccinate your dogs, cats, ferrets, and horses. Even indoor … rabies in Idaho, call your local public health district or visit …
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/news/idaho-wic-makes-annual-adjustment-income-guidelines-1
… families and additional profit for Idaho grocers that accept WIC transactions. There are currently approximately … go to signupwic.com , call the Idaho CareLine at 211, or visit wic.dhw.idaho.gov . The Idaho Department of Health and …
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/news/first-confirmed-infection-uk-coronavirus-variant-idaho
… Idahoans are encouraged to choose to receive the COVID-19 vaccine because there is evidence the authorized COVID-19 vaccines will protect individuals from virus variants. This is … information about the novel coronavirus, please visit https://coronavirus.idaho.gov/ . Media contacts: …
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/news/idaho-wic-makes-annual-adjustment-income-guidelines-0
… go to signupwic.com , call the Idaho CareLine at 211, or visit wic.dhw.idaho.gov . The Idaho Department of Health and …
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/news/measles-circulating-among-idaho-communities-health-officials-urge-consultation-healthcare
… in an Idaho resident. This most recent case is an unvaccinated child in Bonner County. There is currently no known … District encourages everyone to verify their family’s vaccination records with their primary care provider or … healthcare provider For more information about measles, visit www.cdc.gov/measles/about/index.html . (Note that …
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/news/fostering-family-adventures-idaho-state-parks
… IDPR Director Susan Buxton. “Providing extra support and access to these experiences for foster families is our way of … the kick-off event will also be made available on May 3. Visit the Idaho Family Passport Dropbox for downloads. …
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/news/new-hiv-initiative-encourages-testing-promotes-prevention-and-awareness
… partners and health care providers and promoting improved access to HIV testing via at-home testing methods. National … care providers, community organizations, and Idahoans. Visit www.FindIdahoTesting.com and …
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/news/idaho-wic-makes-annual-adjustment-income-guidelines-2
… families and additional profit for Idaho grocers that accept WIC transactions. There are currently approximately … go to signupwic.com , or call the Idaho CareLine at 211, or visit wic.dhw.idaho.gov . The Idaho Department of Health and …