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/news/loan-repayment-program-seeks-retain-idahos-rural-nurses
… nurses have been selected for loan repayment assistance under a new state program designed to help rural communities … care for a minimum of 32 hours per week in rural and underserved areas in Idaho. To be eligible for the program … a population center less than 20,000 people Any critical access hospital Applications were accepted from Oct. 1 …
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/news/new-idaho-covid-19-hotline-available-monday-march-30
… with questions about COVID-19 or the Statewide Stay-Home Order. The number, 1-888-330-3010, will be staffed Monday … March 30. Gov. Brad Little issued a statewide stay-home order and signed an extreme emergency declaration on Wednesday. The stay-home order was effective immediately and is in place for 21 days. …
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/news/vaccine-advisory-committee-clarifies-priority-groups-covid-19-vaccine
… Vaccine Advisory Committee clarifies priority groups for … process. The votes are recommendations that will be considered by Gov. Brad Little. “These votes are aimed at … who provide in-home personal care for adults 65 and older or for other adults or children with high-risk …
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/news/covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-sends-priority-group-clarifications-gov-little
… COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee sends priority group clarifications … spirited debate, and input from the public is always considered.” The committee’s recommendations to the Governor are … has been removed from Group 1.2 and will be re-considered at a later date. CVAC voted to include a subset of …
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/news/idaho-lawmakers-help-raise-more-66k-youth-foster-care
… and independent living — all critical areas for older foster youth navigating the turn into adulthood. “This … of the few drives in Idaho that focuses specifically on older foster youth,” said Republican Caucus Chair Rep. Jaron … Idaho Department of Health and Welfare also continues broader efforts to strengthen foster care statewide. Since June …
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/news/influenza-contributes-washington-county-childs-death
… on the public-facing dashboard . “This is a tragic reminder that although deaths among children are unusual, flu can be very serious, and not just for those 65 years and older,” said Idaho Influenza Surveillance Coordinator Dr. … the 2019-2020 season. “It is not too late to get the flu vaccine,” Tengelsen said. “To reduce serious respiratory …
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/news/idaho-reports-three-additional-cases-covid-19-state-total-5
… from Ada County in his 50s. There were no identified underlying medical issues. He is recovering well in his home under isolation and was not hospitalized. The patient … At this time, the point of transmission is still under investigation. The health district earlier today …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/public-comment-accepted-behavioral-health-standards-through-aug-3
… Public comment accepted on behavioral health standards through Aug. 3 Type … /healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/providers/behavioral-health-providers/behavioral-health-service-providers . Public comment will be accepted until Aug. 3, 2021. All comments received will be …
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/news/idaho-deactivates-crisis-standards-care-except-north-idaho-briefing-1-pm-today
… (DHW) has deactivated Crisis Standards of Care (CSC) in accordance with IDAPA 16.02.09 – Crisis Standards of Care For … including healthcare personnel via FEMA and existing federal contracts until the situation further stabilizes. … had moved to contingency operations instead of operating under CSC conditions. DHW Director Jeppesen convened the …
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/news/dhw-seeks-public-input-inform-rural-health-transformation-program-application
… created through the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The federal $50 billion Rural Health Transformation Program is run … 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/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 photo identification to add to a person’s … People who register for vaccines with any vaccine provider in Idaho will be asked to provide one of the following: …
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/news/state-comm-host-news-conference-featuring-unique-partnership-helps-facilitate-eye-and-tissue
… away outside a hospital, police and other first responders can become their gateway into the donor system. Based … a week—making it a logical point of contact for first responders reporting pre-hospital deaths. When emergency responders reach out about a recently-deceased person, StateComm …
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/news/dhw-launches-new-and-improved-website
… and devices. It contains much of the information on the older site, but it’s organized so it’s easier to find. The new … focused on Programs & Services, Health & Wellness, For Providers, and About DHW: For Providers has content specifically for service and healthcare …
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/news/gov-little-speak-overdose-awareness-event-capitol-steps
… Carrasco from the Boise VA Medical Center, Kaitlin Fledderjohann from Boise Drug Court, and Amy McKenzie from … and remarks: Gov. Brad Little What Can Healthcare Providers Do to Reduce Overdose? Dr. Alicia Carrasco, Boise VA … Experiences in Substance Use and Recovery, Kaitlin Fledderjohann, Boise Drug Court How Can We Support Loved Ones in …
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/news/four-organizations-chosen-operate-youth-crisis-centers-idaho
… crisis due to serious mental illness or substance use disorder. “These centers will make it easier and faster for young … stabilize the crisis, develop a plan of care, and get provider referrals to resources. Services include: 24-hour crisis … Idaho Senate’s Concurrent Resolution No. 126, Executive Order No. 2020-04 and the Certified Court Proclamation – …
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/news/community-program-grants-fully-distributed-partners-announced
… for the Idaho Community Program grants will be accepted. The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) has … Community Program funding. The grants were a part of the federal government’s American Rescue Plan Act for Child Care … School Upper Valley Child Advocacy Center Upriver Youth Leadership Council Wilderness Science Education (Payette …
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/news/idaho-covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-meet-friday-7
… Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee to meet Friday March 17, 2021 … 19, via Webex. The committee will discuss further considerations regarding eligible populations and will vote on … Brad Little in October and its members represent stakeholders from across Idaho, including the tribes, priority …
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/news/dhw-expects-2-5-percent-increase-weekly-covid-19-vaccine-doses
… DHW expects 2-5 percent increase in weekly COVID-19 vaccine doses January 15, 2021 Author DHW Communications The … of second doses. However, we have been notified by the federal government that Idaho will see a 2-5 percent increase … estimates of doses Idaho will receive from the federal government. DHW has committed to being transparent as …
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/news/covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-sends-recommendations-group-2-clarifications-preliminary
… COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee sends recommendations for Group 2 … about an approach for prioritizing Group 3. They considered the population groups identified by the Advisory … Brad Little in October and its members represent stakeholders from across Idaho, including the tribes, priority …
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/news/idaho-covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-meet-friday
… Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee to meet Friday December 3, 2020 … populations, and an overview of BioNTech/Pfizer and Moderna vaccine studies. Read the full agenda. Members of the … Brad Little in October and its members represent stakeholders from across Idaho, including the tribes, priority …
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/news/idaho-covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-meet-friday-5
… Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee to meet Friday March 4, 2021 Author … priority groups 1 and 2 and will discuss additional considerations for Group 3. Read the full agenda. The meeting is … Brad Little in October and its members represent stakeholders from across Idaho, including the tribes, priority …
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/news/cvac-send-expanded-recommendation-group-3-gov-little-march-15
… 12, 2021 Author DHW Communications The Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee (CVAC) will send a recommendation … to decide how to define congregate living settings and consider prioritization of people living in those settings. The … Brad Little in October and its members represent stakeholders from across Idaho, including the tribes, priority …
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/news/idaho-covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-meet-friday-6
… Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee to meet Friday March 11, 2021 … 12, via Webex. The committee will discuss further considerations regarding Idaho Group 3. Read the full agenda. … Brad Little in October and its members represent stakeholders from across Idaho, including the tribes, priority …
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/news/idaho-wic-makes-annual-adjustment-income-guidelines
… by WIC foods and nutrition counseling, and have a low-to-moderate income. To be eligible on the basis of income, an … of the U.S. Poverty Income Guidelines. For example, under the new guidelines a family of three can earn up to $40,182 annually; under the old guidelines a family of three could have earned …
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/news/dhw-launches-internal-review-syringe-exchange-program
… program February 16, 2024 Author DHW Communications Under the direction of Governor Brad Little, the Department of … since March 2020. A syringe exchange program provides access to sterile syringes, facilitates safe disposal of used … that refers users to treatment for substance use disorder, education about overdose prevention, and other related …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/idaho-tse-system-council-meet-may-10-post-falls
… May 10 at 5271 E Seltice Way, Post Falls. Post Falls. Under Idaho Statute 56-1028, the Council needs to hold a … recruitment and retention concerns of local EMS providers." Resources Agenda Event End Date Tue, 05/10/2022 - …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/dhw-child-and-family-services-program-accepting-public-comment-social
… DHW Child and Family Services program accepting public comment for the Social Services Block Grant … Block Grant Plan. This plan is the proposed use of one federally funded block grant plan. The Department of Health and Welfare submits an annual plan for federal funds to be used for the purpose of achieving or …
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/news/idaho-covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-meet-friday-2
… Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee to meet Friday January 20, 2021 … Brad Little in October and its members represent stakeholders from across Idaho, including the tribes, priority populations, healthcare systems and providers, and immunization organizations. Learn more about the …
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/news/idaho-covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-meet-friday-3
… Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee to meet Friday February 4, 2021 … Brad Little in October and its members represent stakeholders from across Idaho, including the tribes, priority populations, healthcare systems and providers, and immunization organizations. Learn more about the …
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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 … Brad Little in October and its members represent stakeholders from across Idaho, including the tribes, priority populations, healthcare systems and providers, and immunization organizations. Learn more about the …
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/news/cms-approves-idaho-medicaid-behavioral-health-transformation-1115-waiver-allowing
… for Idaho’s behavioral health system of care.” The waiver, accompanied by a corresponding implementation plan, is an agreement with the federal government that allows Idaho to tap into federal funding for approved Medicaid benefits. This waiver …
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/news/idaho-covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-meet-friday-0
… Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee to meet Friday December 15, 2020 … Brad Little in October and its members represent stakeholders from across Idaho, including the tribes, priority populations, healthcare systems and providers, and immunization organizations. Learn more about the …
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/news/rules-waived-or-suspended-facilitate-idahos-response-covid-19
… to aid in the COVID-19 response effort in Idaho. Under Section 46-1008(5)(a), Idaho Code, the Governor may … of any regulations that would in any way prevent, hinder, or delay necessary action in coping with the emergency. …
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/news/covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-meet-friday
… COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee to meet Friday November 19, 2020 … Brad Little in October and its members represent stakeholders from across Idaho, including the tribes, priority populations, healthcare systems and providers, and immunization organizations. Learn more about the …
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/news/administrative-bulletin-march-contains-changes-or-notices-about-dhw-rulemakings
… and Welfare, some of which have public meetings: Exe. Order 2021-03 - EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 2021-03 TRANSPARENCY IN THE ADMINISTRATION OF THE COVID-19 VACCINE 16-0226-2101 - 16.02.26 – THE IDAHO CHILDREN’S SPECIAL …
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/news/division-behavioral-health-launches-survey-find-out-how-idahoans-are-faring-pandemic
… is conducting an anonymous statewide survey to better understand how attitudes, needs, and behaviors of Idahoans … impacts associated with the pandemic. Having a greater understanding of the impacts COVID-19 has had on Idahoans will …
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/news/possible-measles-exposure-occurs-boise-airport
… Possible measles exposure occurs at Boise Airport April 9, 2026 Author DHW … to speak with their doctor or other healthcare provider about their travel plans and vaccinations to protect … of age, with a second dose at age 4–6 years. Infants under 12 months are not routinely recommended to receive the …
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/news/board-health-and-welfare-meet-friday-vote-rule-crisis-standards-care
… rule for crisis standards of care. Members will consider Docket No. 16-0209-2101 Crisis Standards of Care for … and will be posted at healthandwelfare.idaho.gov under Public Meetings when a draft is available. Read the full …
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/news/idaho-covid-19-vaccine-advisory-committee-meet-friday-1
… Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee to meet Friday January 6, 2021 … Brad Little in October and its members represent stakeholders from across Idaho, including the tribes, priority populations, healthcare systems and providers, and immunization organizations. Learn more about the …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/dhw-and-child-and-family-services-welcomes-your-comments-about-social
… Block Grant Plan: This plan is the proposed use of one federally funded Block Grant Plan. The Department of Health and Welfare submits an annual plan for federal funds to be used for the purpose of achieving or … from April 15 through April 22, 2021. Comments will be accepted only during this time . Requests for a hard copy of …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/infant-toddler-program-offers-application-review-comment
… Program in the Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is accepting public comment from March 13 through April 11, … and their families. DHW submits an annual application for federal funds to be used in the implementation of services under Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education …
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/news/idaho-behavioral-health-council-seeks-public-comment-draft-new-strategic-plan
… care for Idahoans with mental health and substance use disorders. The council will host an event at 5 p.m. MDT on Tuesday, June 1, via Zoom, to accept public comment that will help further develop the … are working collaboratively with local government, providers, community partners, and consumers of behavioral health …
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/news/idaho-public-health-officials-confirm-first-covid-19-child-death
… time," said Nikole Zogg, SWDH director. COVID-19 vaccination is recommended for parents and prospective … SWDH Media Contact: Ashley Anderson Public Information Officer … Ashley.Anderson@phd3.idaho.gov …
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/news/awards-community-partners-address-learning-loss-and-behavioral-health-supports-children
… the COVID-19 public health emergency, community youth providers, families, and children have experienced trauma and … Upper Valley Child Advocacy Center Upriver Youth Leadership Council Willow Creek Center Wood River Community YMCA 2C Kids Succeed Cascade After-School Program (CAPS) Education …
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/news/idaho-recognized-top-performing-state-critical-access-hospitals
… Idaho recognized as top performing state for critical access hospitals August 26, 2020 Author Niki Forbing-Orr … Every year, the top-10 performing states for critical access hospital data reporting rates and levels of … by the Health Resources and Services Administration’s Federal Office of Rural Health Policy. The Medicare …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/infant-toddler-program-seeks-comment-annual-grant-application
… invites the public to review its annual application for federal funds. It will be available for review through April 19, 2022. Written comments from the public will be accepted March 20 - April 19, 2022. Resources Grant …
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/news/dhw-offers-negotiated-rulemaking-opportunities-february
… Bulletin is available. It features an Executive Order 2022-01, GOVERNOR'S TASK FORCE ON CHILDREN AT RISK. …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/health-quality-planning-commission-meet-feb-2
… at 8:45 a.m. on Feb. 2 in Boise via WebEx and at 3232 Elder St., Boise, for those without access to a computer. Resources Agenda Event End Date Wed, …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/medical-care-advisory-committee-meet-march-23-boise-and-webex
… Committee will meet at 1:30 p.m. (MT) March 23 at 3232 Elder St., Boise, and via WebEx. Resources Agenda Learn more …
Public Notices & Meetings
/public-meetings-and-notices/dhw-hold-negotiated-rulemaking-sessions-rules-pertaining-certified
… of IDAPA 16.03.19, “Certified Family Homes,” which will occur during the 2023 legislative session. Stakeholders are invited to attend the session offered for their …