Sunday, July 28 is World Hepatitis Day. The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) Office of HIV and Hepatitis C Services (OHHS) encourages you to get tested for hepatitis. Millions of people in the country have viral hepatitis, but aren’t aware they have it. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that all [...]
As summer continues and families head to pools, lakes, and water parks, it’s crucial to be safe around water. Drowning is a sudden and tragic event that affects too many families each year. In Arizona, drowning is the leading cause of death for children ages one to four years old and the second leading cause [...]
We are excited to have guest author Rhonda Krouse, Code Enforcement Division Manager for the Navajo County Public Health Services District with important information for Arizonans who reside in or plan to visit northern Arizona about an increase in rabies cases. During the summer months, it's crucial to be aware of the increased risk of [...]
Another school year is quickly approaching and many Arizonans are preparing to send their kids back to the classroom. It’s important that we all work together to provide a supportive environment to help students thrive physically, mentally, and academically. Below are some back-to-school reminders and resources to help make this transition a bit easier. Birth [...]
This year, the Arizona Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) celebrates 50 years of service to the state. This includes providing access to nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and nutritious foods to children and families in Arizona. WIC serves income-eligible pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum participants, infants, and children under 5 years old. Nutrition [...]
Have you ever wondered how legal marijuana products are regulated to keep you safe? The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) is responsible for licensing and regulating marijuana, marijuana retail sales, marijuana growth, and testing facilities in Arizona. That includes any licensed marijuana kitchens that manufacture edible products. In 2010, Arizona voters legalized medical marijuana. [...]
Whether inside or outdoors, your body loses water throughout the day, especially in extreme heat. Staying properly hydrated is critical in Arizona’s high temperatures. Water is the best choice for hydration during hot weather. Proper hydration helps your body regulate its temperature, eliminate waste, and keep your mind functioning well. Not getting enough water can [...]
Today is observed as National HIV Testing Day, a day to bring awareness to the need for all Arizonans to be aware of their HIV status. The Arizona Department of Health Services’ (ADHS) Office of HIV & Hepatitis C Services is proud to support HIV testing not only on this day, but year-round through at-home [...]
Monsoon season began last weekend, and while the season might bring cooler temperatures, it also creates perfect conditions for weather hazards like heavy rain, flash floods, high winds, and dust storms. High winds and dust storms can affect air quality, driving conditions, and can increase the chance of contracting water-borne illnesses. Air quality Microscopic dust [...]
The Vaccines for Children (VFC) program has provided life-saving vaccines to children in Arizona for the past three decades. The VFC program provides vaccination for children who might not otherwise get vaccinated because of financial barriers. The program is grounded in essential partnerships with private healthcare providers, tribal communities, community health centers, and local public [...]
