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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

Bureau of Vital Records Team Participates in National Adoption Day

By |2023-12-01T13:31:44-07:00December 1st, 2023|General|

The morning of Nov. 18 started off with cool temperatures and long-awaited rain as a team of volunteers set up to celebrate the adoption of approximately 100 Arizona children. As the rain stopped and the sun broke through the clouds, the first families began to arrive at the annual Maricopa County Superior Court’s National Adoption Day [...]

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Finding her purpose and maintaining a positive mindset entering a new space 

By |2023-11-27T15:16:07-07:00November 24th, 2023|General, Prevention|

ADHS continues to celebrate Native American Heritage Month by highlighting ADHS Team Member, and Tribal Liaison, Geri Haskon. Gerline was appointed to the role earlier this year.  Although she is new to her role, advocating for tribal health has been a lifelong journey and career for Geri. She works to exemplify the traditional teachings passed [...]

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Meet Geri Haskon: ADHS Tribal Liaison

By |2023-11-27T15:18:00-07:00November 24th, 2023|General|

ADHS continues to celebrate Native American Heritage Month by highlighting ADHS Team Member, and Tribal Liaison, Gerilene Haskon. Geri was appointed to the role earlier this year.  She attended the University of Arizona for a bachelor’s degree in Nutritional Sciences, followed by a Master of Public Health in Maternal and Child Health. Geri’s passion for [...]

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Native American Heritage Month celebrates Arizona’s earliest residents and their vast history

By |2023-11-21T13:34:16-07:00November 21st, 2023|General|

November is Native American Heritage Month and we are recognizing the contributions of our staff and the efforts made by ADHS to positively impact the health of our tribal members.   Efforts to establish a formal date recognizing the contributions, achievements, sacrifices, and cultural and historical legacy of Native Americans have spanned decades. The work began [...]

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The Reality of Child Fatality in Arizona and the Vital Role of Arizona Child Fatality Review Program

By |2023-11-17T10:39:48-07:00November 17th, 2023|General|

The death of a child is a devastating tragedy, forever changing a family and the community. This week, the Arizona Department of Health Services published the Thirtieth Annual Child Fatality Review Program (CFRP) report, which explores recommendations aimed at averting preventable deaths.  This year marks three decades since the inception of the Arizona Child Fatality [...]

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The benefits of quitting commercial tobacco begin almost immediately

By |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 

By |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!

By |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

By |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 

By |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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