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Here you will find topics ranging from current events that affect public health in Arizona to overall information about the Arizona Department of Health Services

Flu and Measles in Arizona: What to Know and How to Protect Each Other

By |2026-01-08T10:39:04-07:00January 8th, 2026|General, Preparedness|

As we enter the peak of respiratory season and students and families return to their school and work routines after the holiday break, we want to share a timely health update to help Arizonans stay informed and prepared.  Over the last few weeks there has been a sharp increase in the number of individuals testing [...]

Cuide su salud y disfrute las fiestas con alegría

By |2025-12-19T16:17:09-07:00December 19th, 2025|General, Preparedness|

Al entrar a esta temporada navideña, y en la espera de pasar tiempo con nuestros seres queridos, muchos Arizonenses viajarán para reunirse con la familia  y los amigos, fortaleciendo amistades y formando bonitas memorias. Esta también es la época del año en la que el riesgo de infecciones respiratorias virales (como el COVID-19, la influenza [...]

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Embrace a Safe and Joyful Holiday Season 

By |2025-12-19T16:12:54-07:00December 19th, 2025|General, Preparedness|

As we enter the holiday season, and we look forward to spending time with our loved ones, many Arizonans will travel to gather with family and friends, strengthen relationships and build memories together. This is also the time of the year when the risk of viral respiratory infections (COVID-19, Influenza, and RSV) is higher, as [...]

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Newborns Receive Hepatitis B Vaccine at Birth for Good Reason

By |2025-12-04T16:47:11-07:00December 4th, 2025|General, Preparedness|

  News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 4, 2025 MEDIA CONTACT: JP MARTIN MOBILE: 480-521-4043 EMAIL: [email protected] PHOENIX – The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) reminds parents and health care providers of the long-standing, evidence-based practice of administering  the hepatitis B vaccine to newborns within 24 hours of birth. Parents are encouraged to discuss any questions with [...]

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Crash Responder Safety Week: “Safety Starts with You – Slow Down and Move Over!”

By |2025-11-19T11:23:10-07:00November 19th, 2025|General, Preparedness|

November 17-21, 2025, is Crash Responder Safety Week. This year’s theme is, “Safety Starts with You – Slow Down and Move Over!” Arizona recorded 38,493 injury and fatal traffic-related crashes (~ 3% fatal and 97% injury) in 2024, placing thousands of highway incident first responders (EMS, fire, law enforcement, towing/recovery, and transportation/public works providers) at [...]

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Fungal Disease Awareness Week Blog (Sept. 15-19)

By |2025-09-17T13:12:51-07:00September 17th, 2025|General|

ADHS, alongside the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), is recognizing Fungal Disease Awareness Week from September 15-19th. This annual event aims to improve public and clinician awareness of fungal diseases, which are often overlooked despite their potential severity. Among those native to Arizona, Valley fever is a disease caused by the fungus, Coccidioides, [...]

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Back-to-School Health Checklist: Keep Your Kids Healthy, Happy, and Protected This School Year

By |2025-08-20T09:55:41-07:00August 20th, 2025|General, Preparedness, Prevention|

As school is back to full swing, it’s a great time to check in on your child’s health. Whether your little one is starting preschool or heading into high school, a healthy start helps set the tone for a successful year ahead. From nutritious lunches and sleep routines to childhood vaccines that protect against serious [...]

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Travel Smart, Stay Protected: What You Need to Know About Measles and Travel

By |2025-08-14T12:34:21-07:00August 14th, 2025|General, Preparedness|

If you're planning a trip, it's important to be aware that measles cases are rising both globally and here at home. So far in 2025, the CDC has reported 1,356 measles cases and 32 outbreaks in 41 U.S. jurisdictions.  In Arizona, there have been 5 reported cases of measles, four were travel related.  Because measles [...]

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Navigating Arizona’s Monsoon Season: Staying Safe and Healthy

By |2025-08-12T16:11:29-07:00August 12th, 2025|General|

As the Arizona monsoon season continues through September, the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) wants to ensure all Arizonans are equipped with the knowledge to stay safe and healthy. Last month we celebrated Monsoon Week. While the recent summer rains are a welcome sight, they also bring unique weather hazards that require our attention [...]

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Summer Safety in Arizona: Protecting Arizona’s Children During the Hottest Months

By |2025-07-21T15:04:49-07:00July 21st, 2025|General, Preparedness|

Arizona summers are known for sunshine, swimming, and outdoor fun, but they also come with serious risks. Each year, children across our state are impacted by preventable drownings and heat-related illnesses, which remain two of the leading causes of injury and death for young children. As temperatures rise, it is critical that families, healthcare providers, [...]

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