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The benefits of quitting commercial tobacco begin almost immediately
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The benefits of quitting commercial tobacco begin almost immediately

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The benefits of quitting commercial tobacco begin almost immediately

By Celia Nabor|2023-11-16T12:44:03-07:00November 16th, 2023|General, Prevention|

Today is the Great American Smokeout, an event that happens on the third Thursday of each November to encourage those who smoke to start their journey toward a smoke-free life. In the 15 years since voters approved the Smoke Free AZ Act, Arizona has made significant progress in the battle to reduce commercial tobacco use [...]

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Protect Those Who Protect You – Promoting safety on our roadways
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Protect Those Who Protect You – Promoting safety on our roadways

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Protect Those Who Protect You – Promoting safety on our roadways

By Rachel Garcia|2023-11-15T16:50:21-07:00November 15th, 2023|General|

This is Crash Responder Safety Week and this year’s theme is Protect Those who Protect You! It is everyone’s responsibility to be safe on our roadways and our first responders are dedicated to that mission. Every minute of every day, law enforcement, fire and rescue, emergency medical services, public works, transportation, towing, and other responders [...]

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Coccidioidomycosis – don’t learn the spelling, just the symptoms and learn how to prevent it this Valley Fever Awareness Week!
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Coccidioidomycosis – don’t learn the spelling, just the symptoms and learn how to prevent it this Valley Fever Awareness Week!

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Coccidioidomycosis – don’t learn the spelling, just the symptoms and learn how to prevent it this Valley Fever Awareness Week!

By Eugene Livar|2023-11-08T09:31:03-07:00November 8th, 2023|General, Preparedness|

Valley Fever (coccidioidomycosis) caused by coccidioides immitis fungal spores. 3d rendered banner on blue background showing fungal filaments. Valley Fever Awareness Week begins today. Taking steps to stay safe from Valley fever (also called coccidioidomycosis) is especially important in Arizona, where the fungus that causes the lung infection grows naturally in the soil. [...]

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State Hospital pharmacy focused on holistic care
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State Hospital pharmacy focused on holistic care

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State Hospital pharmacy focused on holistic care

By Mike Sheldon|2023-10-19T14:54:26-07:00October 19th, 2023|Behavioral Health, General|

When many of us think about a pharmacy, we primarily think about the medications our healthcare provider has prescribed for us. But when Kelly Holladay, director of the pharmacy at the Arizona State Hospital (ASH), considers her department's role in treating patients at ASH, she sees a much more-integrated role. "[This is about] more than [...]

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Prepare for RSV as we enter into respiratory virus season
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Prepare for RSV as we enter into respiratory virus season

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Prepare for RSV as we enter into respiratory virus season

By Kiran Raman|2023-10-10T12:58:00-07:00October 10th, 2023|General|

As mentioned last week, with October here we have entered into respiratory virus season, and it’s important to take precautions now to avoid serious illness. This week we will share blogs on these illnesses (RSV, COVID-19, and flu), the precautions you can take now, how to find vaccines, and other vital information to help keep [...]

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Prepare for the upcoming respiratory virus season
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Prepare for the upcoming respiratory virus season

COVID-19, General, Preparedness

Prepare for the upcoming respiratory virus season

By Eugene Livar|2023-10-06T14:49:12-07:00October 4th, 2023|COVID-19, General, Preparedness|

As summer comes to an end and fall and winter approach, respiratory illnesses are also headed our way. There are three well-known respiratory viruses that spread more during this season as well as common cold viruses: The flu COVID-19 Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection (RSV) The new respiratory season began on Oct. 1 and cases of [...]

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COVID-19 Data Dashboard updates: What’s changing & why
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COVID-19 Data Dashboard updates: What’s changing & why

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COVID-19 Data Dashboard updates: What’s changing & why

By Eugene Livar|2023-10-03T14:10:46-07:00October 3rd, 2023|General|

More than three years ago, COVID-19 emerged as a new respiratory infection never experienced before. Today, we know and understand COVID-19 infections better, and the once-unknown illness has become endemic not only in the U.S., but the world. Now that COVID-19 is a common respiratory illness, it is time to adjust our surveillance reports to [...]

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Arizona families can continue to count on WIC services, even in the event of a federal government shutdown
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Arizona families can continue to count on WIC services, even in the event of a federal government shutdown

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Arizona families can continue to count on WIC services, even in the event of a federal government shutdown

By Marlene Hernandez|2023-09-27T16:42:42-07:00September 27th, 2023|General, Prevention|

We want to reassure Arizona families that the Arizona Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program will continue to be open and available for them in the event of a federal government shutdown. We know discussion of a possible shutdown can be concerning to those who rely on WIC benefits to feed their families, but ADHS [...]

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When COVID-19 hit, he joined the ADHS Laboratory to be part of the solution
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When COVID-19 hit, he joined the ADHS Laboratory to be part of the solution

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When COVID-19 hit, he joined the ADHS Laboratory to be part of the solution

By Kathryn Wangsness|2023-09-22T14:54:54-07:00September 22nd, 2023|General, Preparedness|

When COVID-19 changed all of our lives in so many different ways, Adrian Fichter decided it was important to become part of the solution. A scientist with degrees in conservation biology and ecology, he became interested in public health as COVID-19 spread. He joined the Arizona State Public Health Laboratory in early 2021, right in [...]

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Folic acid prevents birth defects and promotes a healthy pregnancy
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Folic acid prevents birth defects and promotes a healthy pregnancy

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Folic acid prevents birth defects and promotes a healthy pregnancy

By Celia Nabor|2023-09-21T15:39:06-07:00September 20th, 2023|General, Preparedness|

For people able to get pregnant, it's important to think about your health now to have a healthy pregnancy and baby. One simple and effective way to protect your baby’s health is by getting 400 micrograms (mcg) of folic acid daily. Last week was Folic Acid Awareness Week, reminding us of the importance of this [...]

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