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COVID-19 dashboard shifting to weekly updates after Saturday’s report
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COVID-19 dashboard shifting to weekly updates after Saturday’s report

By Jessica Rigler|2022-02-25T10:15:38-07:00February 25th, 2022|General|

As we shared last week, an important change is coming to make our COVID-19 Data Dashboard even more useful. Saturday, Feb. 26, will be our last daily update to the dashboard. Weekly updates will start on Wednesday, March 2. Updating weekly is consistent with other infectious disease reporting and how public health uses data to [...]

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Now is the time to get vaccinated against influenza
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Now is the time to get vaccinated against influenza

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Now is the time to get vaccinated against influenza

By Jessica Rigler|2021-12-07T11:45:45-07:00December 7th, 2021|General, Preparedness|

A year ago, the precautions so many Arizonans took against COVID-19 - staying indoors, avoiding large groups, and wearing masks - also helped protect against the flu. There were fewer flu cases in 2020 compared to 2019, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Many Arizonans have returned to their pre-pandemic routines, [...]

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Dr. Carmona: A doctor’s advice on COVID-19 vaccination can save your life
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Dr. Carmona: A doctor’s advice on COVID-19 vaccination can save your life

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Dr. Carmona: A doctor’s advice on COVID-19 vaccination can save your life

By Dr. Richard Carmona|2021-11-09T07:24:11-07:00November 8th, 2021|General, Preparedness|

Nearly all practicing U.S. doctors – better than 19 out of 20 – had been vaccinated against COVID-19 as of mid-June, the American Medical Association reported. That’s hardly surprising since other vaccines have eliminated or all but eliminated diseases such as polio, mumps, and rubella. There is so much misinformation flying around these days. It’s [...]

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Dr. Carmona: Changing the Narrative Key to Expanding Vaccination Against COVID-19
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Dr. Carmona: Changing the Narrative Key to Expanding Vaccination Against COVID-19

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Dr. Carmona: Changing the Narrative Key to Expanding Vaccination Against COVID-19

By Dr. Richard Carmona|2021-09-15T10:31:56-07:00September 15th, 2021|General, Preparedness|

EDITOR’S NOTE: Dr. Richard Carmona, the 17th Surgeon General of the United States, is advising Governor Doug Ducey and the Arizona Department of Health Services on the state’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The best leaders – presidents, governors, mayors, CEOs – surround themselves with people who will tell them the truth, even when it [...]

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New PSA: COVID-19 vaccinations fueling Arizona’s return to normal life
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New PSA: COVID-19 vaccinations fueling Arizona’s return to normal life

By Don Herrington|2021-09-02T17:22:13-07:00September 2nd, 2021|General, Preparedness|

The COVID-19 vaccine is the best tool we have to keep us moving forward. Join the millions of Arizonans who have already been fully vaccinated. That's the call to action in a new ADHS public-service announcement you'll see on TV and online. COVID-19 vaccines have brought us a long way. Families and [...]

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As Arizona Passes 1 Million Cases, the Fight Continues Against COVID-19
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As Arizona Passes 1 Million Cases, the Fight Continues Against COVID-19

By Don Herrington|2021-08-27T14:57:58-07:00August 27th, 2021|General|

As incoming interim director of the Arizona Department of Health Services, it’s my privilege and solemn responsibility to succeed Dr. Cara Christ, who has so capably led Arizona’s COVID-19 response. I’m honored to be part of the team she has built -- talented professionals working nonstop to promote public health amid a global pandemic. It’s [...]

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Check out the new five-year Arizona Health Improvement Plan
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Check out the new five-year Arizona Health Improvement Plan

By Cara Christ|2021-08-11T14:35:37-07:00July 1st, 2021|General|

Publishing a new five-year Arizona Health Improvement Plan (AzHIP) this week marks an important milestone in the state of Arizona’s journey toward improved health. I’m pleased to share the plan and look forward to providing updates as we work toward its goals. Building on the success of the first Arizona Health Improvement Plan, which covered [...]

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Vaccine Prioritization in Arizona
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Vaccine Prioritization in Arizona

By Cara Christ|2021-08-11T14:42:48-07:00December 18th, 2020|General|

On Friday, December 11, the FDA announced its approval of an emergency use authorization for Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine. CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) met on Saturday, December 12, and recommended the vaccine for people age 16 and older. This week, the first doses of COVID-19 vaccine arrived in Arizona. The first vaccine clinics [...]

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Adult Protective Services Plan Released to the Public
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Adult Protective Services Plan Released to the Public

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Adult Protective Services Plan Released to the Public

By Cara Christ|2021-08-11T14:44:05-07:00March 5th, 2020|General|

The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) and the Department of Economic Security (DES) are pleased to announce the release of the Adult Protective Services (APS) Action Plan. APS is a DES program that has the authority to receive and assess reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of vulnerable adults. On January 23, DES and [...]

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We’re Celebrating International Infection Prevention Week
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We’re Celebrating International Infection Prevention Week

By Cara Christ|2019-10-16T15:37:34-07:00October 16th, 2019|General|

International Infection Prevention Week occurs globally from October 13 - 19 to raise awareness of healthcare-associated infections. Healthcare-associated infections are infections people can get while receiving health care for another condition. This year’s theme is “Vaccines are Everybody’s Business” and highlights the important role that vaccines play in preventing infections from spreading and protecting public health. [...]

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