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/news/covid-19-now-leading-cause-death-idaho
… COVID-19 is now the leading cause of death in Idaho December 10, 2020 Author DHW … data monthly. Leading causes of death are based on the underlying cause of death, which is the condition that began … to note there is lag in time between when the death occurred and when the death certificate is completed, …
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/news/two-idaho-children-have-died-flu-related-causes
… Two Idaho children have died from flu-related causes January 10, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr Idaho public … to influenza. Most influenza-related deaths in Idaho occur among older adults, which makes these recent deaths unusual. During …
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/news/idahoans-urged-test-homes-radon-second-leading-cause-lung-cancer-us
… Idahoans urged to test homes for radon, the second leading cause of lung cancer in U.S. January 8, 2020 Author Niki … be dangerous for your health. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer, behind smoking, causing an estimated 21,000 deaths each year in the U.S. If …
/dhw/sandpoint-ponderay-office
… 207 Larkspur Street Ponderay , ID 83852 United States Monday - Friday: 8:00 am-5:00 … (TTY 711) 24 hours a day, 7 days a week or the provider line: 1-855-202-0983 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. MT, 7 a.m. to 5 … 800-926-2588 Provide information & assistance with accessing Health & Welfare and community resources, identify …
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/dhw-voice/are-you-45-or-older-then-its-time-talk-your-doctor-about-colon-cancer
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/dhw-voice/federal-requirement-continuous-medicaid-enrollment-expires-march-31-2023
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Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/idaho-medicaid-hold-stakeholder-engagement-meeting-about-managed-care-0
… Idaho Medicaid to hold stakeholder engagement meeting about managed care quality strategy for MMCP and IMPlus Duals Plan stakeholders at 11 a.m. MT March 1 Type of notice/meeting Public Meeting Idaho Medicaid to hold stakeholder engagement meeting about managed care quality strategy …
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/public-meetings-and-notices/idaho-medicaid-hold-stakeholder-engagement-meeting-about-managed-care-1
… Idaho Medicaid to hold stakeholder engagement meeting about managed care quality strategy for dental plan stakeholders at 8 a.m. MT March 10 Type of notice/meeting Public Meeting Idaho Medicaid to hold stakeholder engagement meeting about managed care quality strategy …
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/news/idaho-public-health-officials-work-healthcare-providers-identify-additional-diagnoses
… Idaho public health officials work with healthcare providers to identify additional diagnoses of Multisystem … case total. A review of processes identified multiple causes for the lack of inclusion, including that some reports … given how complicated and serious MIS-C can be.” According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and …
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/news/free-training-radon-gas-idaho-helps-homeowners-builders-and-others-build-safer-homes
… Free training on radon gas in Idaho helps homeowners, builders, and others build safer homes December 13, 2021 Author … can build up in homes over time. It is the second leading cause of lung cancer in Idaho, after smoking. Radon forms … in Idaho have higher-than-recommended radon levels. ”Because you can’t see, taste, or smell radon, people may not …
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/news/booster-doses-moderna-johnson-johnson-vaccines-now-available-some-people
… Booster doses of Moderna, Johnson & Johnson vaccines now available for some people October 22, 2021 Author … they do (including teachers and healthcare workers) or because they live or work in an institutional setting A booster …
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/news/teams-cdc-dhw-staff-fan-out-across-idaho-conduct-ppe-training-medical-providers
… out across Idaho to conduct PPE training for medical providers June 8, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr Beginning today, … removing PPE. The logistical planning and outreach were accomplished by a DHW team made up of Jathan Nalls, Stephanie … embedded with DHW. “We knew this training was needed because numerous EMS agencies, critical access hospitals, and …
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/news/dhw-encourages-idaho-medicaid-providers-apply-funding-dec-18-deadline
… DHW encourages Idaho Medicaid providers to apply for funding before Dec. 18 deadline December … 9, 2020 Author DHW Communications Idaho Medicaid providers may be eligible for funding from the Medicaid Provider CFAC Stabilization Funding Opportunity, but the …
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/news/rural-healthcare-grants-awarded-16-seek-attract-and-retain-providers
… grants awarded to 16 seek to attract and retain providers May 23, 2023 Author DHW Communications The Department … (DHW) issued grants this month to 16 rural healthcare providers to help repay their student loan debts and retain them … State Loan Repayment Program helps provide Idahoans with access to services closer to home.” Comments submitted with …
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/news/idaho-medicaid-submits-behavioral-health-transformationimd-waiver-federal-approval
… submits behavioral health transformation/IMD waiver for federal approval January 3, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr The … the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for federal consideration. This 1115 waiver, undertaken in response to …
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/news/gov-little-sign-executive-order-support-suicide-prevention-idaho
… Gov. Little to sign executive order to support suicide prevention in Idaho September 26, … Little this Wednesday, Sept. 27, will sign an executive order and proclamation to further support suicide prevention … at 610 Julia Davis Dr. at 9:45 a.m. to sign the executive order and proclamation. The media is invited to attend. The …
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/news/measles-circulating-among-idaho-communities-health-officials-urge-consultation-healthcare
… officials urge consultation with healthcare provider if ill August 20, 2025 Author DHW Communications … in an Idaho resident. This most recent case is an unvaccinated child in Bonner County. There is currently no known … family’s vaccination records with their primary care provider or through the Docket App. A person is considered immune …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/idaho-medicaid-hold-stakeholder-engagement-meeting-about-managed-care
… Idaho Medicaid to hold stakeholder engagement meeting about managed care quality strategy … Public Meeting Idaho Medicaid to hold stakeholder engagement meeting about managed care quality strategy …
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/services-programs/sub-domain-cognition-and-cognitive-processes
… 0 - 8 Months Goal 10: Children demonstrate awareness of cause and effect relationships. Developmental Growth: … vs. thumb). Responds to caregiver’s voice when upset. Accepts or resists new tastes/textures. Caregiver … toys, and soft balls). Play games with child that support understanding of object permanence (Peek-a-Boo, Hide and …
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/health-wellness/environmental-health/drinking-water-and-private-wells
… drinking water, especially if you rely on a private well because private wells are not regulated. Why It’s Important … health and developmental effects. Some contaminants occur in such small amounts that you cannot taste, see, or … Phone: 1-800-445-8647 Our team can help you understand your results and recommend the best way to fix the …
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/managedcare
… of those receiving services through Medicaid Providers of Medicaid services Community partners Why your … of care risks for members with complex care needs, access to care, prior authorization hurdles, provider … therapy for children with developmental disabilities because of prior authorization requirements. They also noted …
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/health-wellness/environmental-health/air-quality-wildfire-smoke
… role in protecting the health of Idaho residents, because most people spend much of their time indoors at home, … Air quality testing with an air monitor can help you to understand what is in the indoor air by measuring pollutants … health effects. Mold: Grows quickly when water damage occurs. Can trigger respiratory symptoms, including allergies …
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/services-programs/sub-domain-social-development
… cries and needs for comfort, reassurance, and to celebrate accomplishments. Develop consistent daily routines; … care. Point out features and behaviors of babies and older children as the infant looks at or hears them. Post … response. Child Indicators: Repeats actions many times to cause a desired effect (smiles because it makes caregivers …
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/services-programs/sub-domain-science
… world by asking questions and making predictions about cause and effect relations that can lead to generalizations. … awareness. Child Indicators: Uses senses to begin understanding cause and effect during daily experiences and routines. Shows surprise when events occur that do not follow expected sequences (shows surprise …
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/lead-poisoning
… Lead Lead is a naturally occurring metal found in the earth that can be harmful to … jobs and hobbies Lead exposure often goes unnoticed because people may not have any obvious symptoms and appear … exposed to lead is to have their blood tested. Children under the age of 6 are more susceptible to the effects of …
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/health-wellness/community-health/brain-health
… and related dementias). Talking to your healthcare provider about ways to keep your brain healthy at any age is … are appropriate for you. Get Enough Sleep and Relaxation According to research, the most effective time the brain can … early signal of possible hearing loss. Hearing loss caused by exposure to loud sound is preventable. To reduce …
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/health-wellness/diseases-conditions/heart-disease
… cases, medicine. In Idaho, heart disease is the leading cause of death. About Heart Disease in Idaho Many risk … including high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol, tobacco use, and diabetes. In 2021, 49,703 Idaho adults … heart disease and heart attack. See your healthcare provider regularly. Have your cholesterol tested at least once …
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/providers/opioid-use-disorder/managing-substance-use
… Managing Substance Use Primary care providers (PCPs) are instrumental in helping patients access life-changing and life-saving treatment for substance … of overdoses and deaths, substance use disorders can cause, complicate, or exacerbate medical conditions such as …
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/services-programs/behavioral-health/crisis-services-and-quick-reaction-team-qrt
… mean for you as a parent/guardian? When a care coordinator accesses a QRT, they are planning and brainstorming with QRT … to the parent/guardian and/or referent to gain a better understanding of family concerns and treatment goals, … avenues, there are times when all options have been exhausted despite the team’s collective efforts. When the …
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/services-programs/behavioral-health/warning-signs-and-how-help
… methods to kill oneself Feeling hopeless or trapped Co-occurring depression, moodiness, and hopelessness Unexplained … to do if you are speaking with someone who might be considering suicide Understand common beliefs vs. facts Common … suicide have a plan to do so. Suicides can have a single cause. Suicide is complex and occurs when diverse risk …