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Youth councils amplify voices to impact positive change in their communities
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Youth councils amplify voices to impact positive change in their communities

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Youth councils amplify voices to impact positive change in their communities

By Celia Nabor|2024-06-05T10:00:54-07:00June 5th, 2024|General, Prevention|

In today's fast-paced world, young people face many challenges that can impact how they feel and their overall health. They have to figure out things like how to handle their feelings, make good friendships, and end bullying. Growing up isn’t easy and comes with its own set of obstacles. In May we celebrated National Adolescent [...]

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EMS Week: Honoring our past, forging our future
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EMS Week: Honoring our past, forging our future

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EMS Week: Honoring our past, forging our future

By Rachel Garcia|2024-05-22T14:32:18-07:00May 22nd, 2024|General, Preparedness|

EMCTs of the Year - 2024Daniel Malanowski, Central Region Russell Smith, Northern Region Dan Wallace, Southeastern Region Tim Maple, Western Region Each year, during the month of May, the Arizona Department of Health Services’ (ADHS) Bureau of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Trauma System observes National EMS Week to honor our EMS and [...]

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Encourage the women in your life to take care of their health
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Encourage the women in your life to take care of their health

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Encourage the women in your life to take care of their health

By Sheila Sjolander|2024-05-16T16:39:18-07:00May 16th, 2024|General, Prevention|

Many of us celebrated the moms in our lives this past weekend, whether our own mothers, partners, grandparents, friends, or other loved ones. This week is Women’s Health Week. This is a great opportunity to encourage the women in your life to make time to care for themselves - whether by scheduling a doctor’s appointment, [...]

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It is recommended that everyone drink pasteurized milk
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It is recommended that everyone drink pasteurized milk

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It is recommended that everyone drink pasteurized milk

By Guest Author|2024-05-13T13:07:22-07:00May 13th, 2024|General|

Guest blog from Arizona Dept. of Agriculture - Roland S. Mader, R.S. Administrator Dairy / Egg programs The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), along with state partners, continue to investigate an outbreak of Avian Influenza A (H5N1) virus impacting [...]

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It’s Arizona Heat Awareness Week! We’re sharing measures to help you protect yourself from skin cancer
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It’s Arizona Heat Awareness Week! We’re sharing measures to help you protect yourself from skin cancer

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It’s Arizona Heat Awareness Week! We’re sharing measures to help you protect yourself from skin cancer

By Eugene Livar|2024-05-06T13:57:00-07:00May 6th, 2024|General, Preparedness, Prevention|

As the state heats up, it is important for Arizonans to start taking steps now to be safe in the sun and heat. This week is Arizona Heat Awareness Week and May is Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month, so as summer quickly approaches, start implementing steps now to protect against melanoma and skin cancer [...]

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Managing stress can improve physical and mental health, check in with yourself often
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Managing stress can improve physical and mental health, check in with yourself often

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Managing stress can improve physical and mental health, check in with yourself often

By Celia Nabor|2024-04-23T10:11:38-07:00April 23rd, 2024|General, Prevention|

April is National Stress Awareness Month, which brings attention to the negative impact of stress. Managing stress is an essential component of a healthy lifestyle. Knowing how to manage your stress can improve mental and physical well-being, as well as help alleviate health-related issues. Stress takes a physical toll on the body. It causes fatigue, [...]

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ADHS Celebrates Black History Month
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ADHS Celebrates Black History Month

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ADHS Celebrates Black History Month

By Chavon Woods|2024-02-23T10:02:29-07:00February 23rd, 2024|General, Health Equity, Preparedness, Prevention|

Throughout the month of February, the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) and the rest of the nation celebrates Black History Month. During this month, we commemorate the significant accomplishments and achievements of African-Americans as well as their important role in U.S. history and the impact on public health in our state. February also marks [...]

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Measles Exposure in Maricopa County Highlights the Need for Continued Vaccination
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Measles Exposure in Maricopa County Highlights the Need for Continued Vaccination

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Measles Exposure in Maricopa County Highlights the Need for Continued Vaccination

By Kiran Raman|2024-02-15T08:56:05-07:00February 15th, 2024|General, Preparedness|

Earlier this week, the Maricopa Department of Public Health (MCDPH) identified a confirmed exposure of measles from an international traveler in Maricopa County. While no additional cases have been identified so far, measles is highly contagious. If you lack immunity and are exposed to the measles virus, you have about a 90 percent chance of [...]

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Protecting Arizonans at every stage of life at the AZ State Health Lab
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Protecting Arizonans at every stage of life at the AZ State Health Lab

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Protecting Arizonans at every stage of life at the AZ State Health Lab

By Kathryn Wangsness|2024-01-19T14:59:05-07:00January 19th, 2024|General, Newborn Screening, Preparedness|

The Arizona State Public Health Laboratory protects you and your loved ones in ways you may not realize. In addition to licensure and certification services for laboratories across Arizona, the state lab tests air, food, water, and clinical samples for a murderer’s row of public health threats, including tuberculosis, heavy metal toxins, pesticides, and radioactive [...]

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Radon can be a silent killer. Protect yourself and your loved ones by testing your home.
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Radon can be a silent killer. Protect yourself and your loved ones by testing your home.

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Radon can be a silent killer. Protect yourself and your loved ones by testing your home.

By Eugene Livar|2024-01-18T16:02:48-07:00January 18th, 2024|General, Preparedness|

Changes to your housing can be exciting and sometimes stressful life events. Whether you’re moving into a new home, doing renovations, evaluating your home’s current condition, or selling it, there’s one important action item you should include on your to-do list: testing your house’s radon levels. Radon is an invisible, odorless, and tasteless gas that [...]

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