New COVID-19 vaccine has been approved: What it means for respiratory illness season and what it means for you and your family
Following the approval this week of a new COVID-19 vaccine by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), it’s important for Arizona families to get updated on the newest guidance
The CDC recommends that everyone ages six months and older get a new, updated […]
Resources are available to help students and adults facing tough times
Now that school is in full swing across the state and kids start to settle into their routines, it is important for family and friends to be aware of warning signs in kids that might require some extra attention. Recent cases of suicide in adolescents, which while heartbreaking, should […]
ADHS proposes options to enhance services at the Arizona State Hospital, as required by recent bill
Based on feedback we received from the public, we’ve made recommendations to the Governor’s Office and State Legislature for possible enhancements to programs at the Arizona State Hospital (ASH).
In 2022, the Arizona State Legislature passed Senate Bill 1444, which required the Arizona State Hospital to develop a clinical […]
West Nile Virus Season Isn’t Over Yet
Arizona’s hot and dry summer appears to have contributed to fewer virus-carrying mosquitoes than usual so far. However, the monsoon season isn’t over yet, as last night’s storms proved. It’s important to continue thinking about mosquito-borne illnesses like West Nile virus (WNV) as we will likely see an increase in infected […]
Our team is committed to connecting Arizonans with knowledge, financial assistance, and medical resources to fight disease
Dealing with disease can be difficult on the body, mind, and finances. In 2023, there have been 13,087 cases of reportable infectious disease so far in the state. For Arizonans combating disease, the Arizona Department of Health Services’ Office of Rapid Response Disease Investigation […]
Voluntary doula licensing now available to support maternal health in our state
At a time when maternal health and mortality rates are top of mind within the medical community, the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) is proud to offer a voluntary licensing program for doulas. Applicants that meet the requirements for licensure and […]
