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National Public Health Week Kicks Off Today
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National Public Health Week Kicks Off Today

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National Public Health Week Kicks Off Today

By Cara Christ|2018-04-02T08:55:58-07:00April 2nd, 2018|Behavioral Health, Preparedness, Prevention|

During the first full week of April each year, the American Public Health Association brings together communities across the United States to observe National Public Health Week as a time to recognize the contributions of public health and highlight issues that are important to improving our nation's health. This is a great week to showcase [...]

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Mental Health Support Available
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Mental Health Support Available

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Mental Health Support Available

By Cara Christ|2017-10-02T10:28:20-07:00October 2nd, 2017|Behavioral Health|

In light of the recent tragedies occurring in the U.S. and around the world, there is help locally, if you need support. Mercy Maricopa, which oversees the crisis system in Maricopa County, has activated a dedicated 24/7 crisis line in response to the recent shootings. Crisis Response Network operates the line, 1-800-203-CARE (2273), and it’s [...]

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First Group of Interns Now Participating in Training Program at the Arizona State Hospital
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First Group of Interns Now Participating in Training Program at the Arizona State Hospital

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First Group of Interns Now Participating in Training Program at the Arizona State Hospital

By Cara Christ|2017-03-13T09:24:17-07:00March 13th, 2017|Behavioral Health|

The first group of four behavioral health technician interns from Glendale Community College started their training at the Arizona State Hospital in mid-February. The Arizona State Hospital is the only psychiatric inpatient facility being utilized by Glendale Community College for this internship, which will help us recruit new staff to the facility. Behavioral health technician [...]

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Promoting Strong Mental Health in the New Year
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Promoting Strong Mental Health in the New Year

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Promoting Strong Mental Health in the New Year

By Cara Christ|2017-02-10T09:48:32-07:00January 13th, 2017|Behavioral Health|

Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being and is an essential component to our overall health. It affects how we think, feel and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Having a strong mental health outlook can benefit your life in more ways [...]

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Mental Health is an Essential Component of Health
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Mental Health is an Essential Component of Health

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Mental Health is an Essential Component of Health

By Cara Christ|2016-07-18T12:52:42-07:00July 18th, 2016|Behavioral Health|

In light of the recent tragedies occurring in the U.S. and around the world, there is help locally, if you need support. Mercy Maricopa, which oversees the crisis system in Maricopa County, has activated a dedicated 24/7 crisis line in response to the recent shootings. Crisis Response Network operates the line, 1-800-203-CARE (2273), and it’s [...]

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Transitioning Behavioral Health Services
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Transitioning Behavioral Health Services

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Transitioning Behavioral Health Services

By Cara Christ|2017-02-10T09:49:07-07:00October 28th, 2015|Behavioral Health|

The only true constant is change, particularly when you are part of a team committed to continuously improving the health and wellness of all Arizonans. October 1 was an important day for the behavioral health system in Arizona with four significant system transformations occurring simultaneously. The Division of Behavioral Health Services, with a lot of [...]

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IT Team has Integral Role with Launch of New RBHA’s
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IT Team has Integral Role with Launch of New RBHA’s

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IT Team has Integral Role with Launch of New RBHA’s

By Cara Christ|2017-02-10T09:49:07-07:00October 19th, 2015|Behavioral Health|

The integrated behavioral and physical health contracts for the northern region (Health Choice Integrated Care), and the southern region (Cenpatico Integrated Care) launched October 1, and Information Technology Services, part of the Division of Planning and Operations, has been tirelessly working over this for the past year to help with the launch. Over the last [...]

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State Hospital Continues to Receive Joint Commission Accreditation
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State Hospital Continues to Receive Joint Commission Accreditation

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State Hospital Continues to Receive Joint Commission Accreditation

By Cara Christ|2017-02-10T09:49:08-07:00October 6th, 2015|Behavioral Health|

We received notification this week from the Joint Commission that the Arizona State Hospital will continue to be accredited for all hospital services through October 2017. The acknowledgement confirms the state hospital is meeting standards above and beyond general patient care. The Joint Commission accredits and certifies health care organizations in the United States. Accreditation [...]

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Expanded Integrated Behavioral Health Model set to Launch Oct. 1
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Expanded Integrated Behavioral Health Model set to Launch Oct. 1

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Expanded Integrated Behavioral Health Model set to Launch Oct. 1

By Cara Christ|2017-02-10T09:49:08-07:00September 28th, 2015|Behavioral Health, Preparedness, Prevention|

People with a serious mental illness have increased mortality that is largely from treatable medical conditions caused by risk factors like smoking, obesity, substance abuse, and not accessing primary and acute medical care. Research demonstrates that outcomes are improved for individuals with a serious mental illness when their whole health care, both physical and behavioral, [...]

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National Awareness Month Puts the Focus on Suicide Prevention
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National Awareness Month Puts the Focus on Suicide Prevention

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National Awareness Month Puts the Focus on Suicide Prevention

By Cara Christ|2017-02-10T09:49:10-07:00September 3rd, 2015|Behavioral Health|

This month, Governor Doug Ducey issued a proclamation to declare September National Teen Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. The proclamation states some sobering statistics. Arizona ranks 18th in the nation for suicides among children and adolescents. Numbers show suicide was the second leading cause of death for Arizona teens ages 15-18. Suicide prevention is an important [...]

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