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
Starting May 7, 2025, you will need a special kind of ID to fly inside the U.S. and enter federal buildings. This ID is called the Arizona Travel ID, and it has a gold star in the top right corner. It is also known as the Real ID. If your driver’s license or ID card [...]
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) have increased at an alarming rate in Arizona and can cause serious health problems if left untreated, especially during pregnancy. As part of STI Awareness Week (April 13-19), we want to remind every sexually active Arizonans that we recommend annual syphilis testing. This is due to ongoing high rates of STIs. STIs [...]
Vaccines are one of the greatest public health achievements of the last century. Thanks to their effectiveness over the past 75 years, diseases like tetanus, diphtheria, and rubella are now rare. Without vaccines, these illnesses could cause serious and long-lasting health complications for both children and adults. By choosing to vaccinate, you help prevent outbreaks [...]
February marks Black History Month, a time to reflect on and celebrate the many achievements of the Black community, including the profound contributions of Black leaders in healthcare and public health. At the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS), we recognize the lasting impact of these pioneers who have shaped medicine, advanced public health, and [...]
As we wind down from this holiday season, many of us can relate to the challenges of a surprise visit from unexpected guests. While some are welcome, others can be a bit more concerning. This National Radon Action Month, make sure that radon is not one of them! About radon Radon is a naturally occurring [...]
Katie Hobbs | Governor Jennie Cunico | Director News Release For Immediate Release: January 2, 2025 Media Contact: Niala Charles Mobile: 480-318-6337 Email: [email protected] Arizona Department of Health Services Launches Public Health Data Portal PHOENIX – The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) is proud to announce the launch of the Public [...]
National Giving Month, celebrated in December, encourages individuals to spread kindness and generosity, especially during the holiday season. It's a time to support those in need through donations, volunteering, or simply lending a helping hand. On December 3, ADHS volunteers helped pack emergency food boxes at St. Mary’s Food Bank. Together, volunteers made 1,170 boxes [...]
News Release For Immediate Release: December 6, 2024 Media Contact: Niala Charles Mobile: 480-318-6337 Email: [email protected] Avian Influenza Update PHOENIX- The Arizona Department of Health Services is reporting the first human H5 cases in Arizona. Both individuals were exposed to infected poultry while working at a commercial facility in Pinal County. These individuals reported mild [...]
This year marked the 25th Anniversary of National Adoption Day for Maricopa County! On November 23rd the first families began to arrive at the annual Maricopa County Superior Court’s National Adoption Day event looking to create their own anniversary celebration of establishing a forever home for a special child. The event is an annual nationwide [...]
News Release For Immediate Release: November 27, 2024 Media Contact: Niala Charles Mobile: 480-318-6337 Email: [email protected] Avanti Senior Living Update PEORIA- The Arizona Department of Health Services is pleased to report that the facility known as Avanti Senior Living has been placed under a new ownership group and is now licensed as Spring Gardens [...]
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