Preparedness – AZ Dept. of Health Services News

Items in the Preparedness category will cover everything from Emergency Medical Services to vaccination programs. This division at ADHS tracks contagious disease, coordinates emergency preparedness activity, licenses EMTs and Paramedics, regulates ambulance companies, authorizes special hospital designations like cardiac care center and Level IV trauma center, issues birth and death certificates, and tracks critical health data through various sources including hospital discharge information.

Arizona Agencies Recognized for Excellence in Pediatric Emergency Care Through Groundbreaking Recognition Program
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Arizona Agencies Recognized for Excellence in Pediatric Emergency Care Through Groundbreaking Recognition Program

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Arizona Agencies Recognized for Excellence in Pediatric Emergency Care Through Groundbreaking Recognition Program

By Nicole Witt|2025-05-21T16:43:27-07:00May 21st, 2025|Preparedness|

Six emergency medical services (EMS) agencies across Arizona have been recognized for their commitment to pediatric emergency care through the Making Arizona Ready for Kids (MARK) Program, the state’s first and only prehospital pediatric recognition program. This pioneering initiative sets a new standard for prehospital pediatric readiness by acknowledging EMS agencies that excel in preparing [...]

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Celebrating EMS Week and National Trauma Awareness Month
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Celebrating EMS Week and National Trauma Awareness Month

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Celebrating EMS Week and National Trauma Awareness Month

By Nicole Witt|2025-05-19T09:25:58-07:00May 19th, 2025|Preparedness|

Each year in the month of May, the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) Bureau of EMS & Trauma System (BEMSTS) observes EMS Week, EMS for Children Day, and National Trauma Awareness Month. Arizona Governor, Katie Hobbs, issued this year’s Proclamation Arizona’s integrated Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Trauma System is comprised of Emergency Medical [...]

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Recall Notice

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Recall Notice

By azdhs-admin|2025-05-09T17:08:26-07:00May 9th, 2025|General, Preparedness|

For Immediate Release: May 9, 2025 Email: [email protected] Voluntary recall of certain marijuana products due to possible Aspergillus contamination An Arizona marijuana establishment is voluntarily recalling specific products due to possible contamination with Aspergillus, a fungus that can cause allergic reactions or infection, usually in people already sick with something else. The product being voluntarily [...]

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Protecting Arizona’s Future: Addressing Congenital Syphilis
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Protecting Arizona’s Future: Addressing Congenital Syphilis

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Protecting Arizona’s Future: Addressing Congenital Syphilis

By Nicole Witt|2025-04-21T09:32:08-07:00April 18th, 2025|General, Preparedness|

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 [...]

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Healthy Horizons in Arizona
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Healthy Horizons in Arizona

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Healthy Horizons in Arizona

By Wendy O'Donnell|2025-03-31T13:35:38-07:00April 2nd, 2025|General, Preparedness|

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 [...]

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Love Safely: Prioritizing Sexual Health This Valentine’s Day
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Love Safely: Prioritizing Sexual Health This Valentine’s Day

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Love Safely: Prioritizing Sexual Health This Valentine’s Day

By Amber Orquiz|2025-04-27T17:54:34-07:00February 14th, 2025|Preparedness|

Valentine’s Day is all about love, connection, and special moments. As you plan your celebrations today and beyond, don’t forget one of the most important ways to show care for yourself and your partner: prioritizing sexual health. To help you make informed choices, here are some simple ways to protect yourself and your partner this [...]

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Psittacosis: What Bird Owners in Arizona Need to Know About Parrot Fever and Staying Healthy
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Psittacosis: What Bird Owners in Arizona Need to Know About Parrot Fever and Staying Healthy

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Psittacosis: What Bird Owners in Arizona Need to Know About Parrot Fever and Staying Healthy

By Guillermo Adame|2025-01-30T16:48:14-07:00January 29th, 2025|Preparedness|

Psittacosis (“sit-uh-KOH-sis”), sometimes called “parrot fever”, is a zoonotic infection caused by the bacterium Chlamydia psittaci that is spread from birds to humans. While it can lead to severe pneumonia in people, most cases are mild. Common symptoms include dry cough, fever, chills, headache, and muscle ache. Humans typically become infected after breathing in droppings [...]

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Staying cozy in your home this winter? Make sure radon isn’t an unexpected guest.
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Staying cozy in your home this winter? Make sure radon isn’t an unexpected guest.

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Staying cozy in your home this winter? Make sure radon isn’t an unexpected guest.

By Kathryn Wangsness|2025-01-21T09:52:06-07:00January 21st, 2025|General, Preparedness|

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 [...]

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These ADHS car seat stickers can help your child during holiday travel
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These ADHS car seat stickers can help your child during holiday travel

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These ADHS car seat stickers can help your child during holiday travel

By Rachel Garcia|2024-11-26T10:26:05-07:00November 26th, 2024|General, Preparedness|

Holiday travel season is underway! At the Arizona Department of Health Services, we want to make sure families are prepared in case the unexpected happens. To help during your holiday travels, or any other time you’re on the road, The Arizona Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) Program is providing families with free car seat [...]

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This Crash Responders Safety Week (CRSW)
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This Crash Responders Safety Week (CRSW)

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This Crash Responders Safety Week (CRSW)

By Rachel Garcia|2024-11-19T10:16:42-07:00November 20th, 2024|General, Preparedness|

The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS), Bureau of EMS & Trauma System Reminds Roadway Users: “RESPONDERS AHEAD! REDUCE YOUR SPEED AS YOU PROCEED” Every minute of every day, firefighters, emergency medical services, law enforcement, towing and recovery, public works, safety service patrol, and other traffic incident responders work tirelessly to clear roadway crashes, debris, [...]

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