Get Ready: Arizona Travel ID is Required Soon!
Starting May 7, 2025, you will need a special kind of ID to fly inside the U.S. and enter federal buildings. This ID is called the Arizona Travel ID, and it has a gold star in the top right corner. It is also known as the Real ID. If your driver’s license or ID card does not have a gold [...]
Protecting Arizona’s Future: Addressing Congenital Syphilis
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 are preventable, treatable, and often [...]
Healthy Horizons in Arizona
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 and protect not only yourself [...]
Celebrate National Nutrition Month: Food Connects Us All!
March is National Nutrition Month! This year's theme, "Food Connects Us," reminds us that food is more than just sustenance. It's a universal language that reflects our health, memories, traditions, and cultural identities. At ADHS, we believe that healthy eating is key to a vibrant life. Eating a variety of nutritious foods and staying active gives us the energy to [...]
Love Safely: Prioritizing Sexual Health This Valentine’s Day
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 Valentine’s season: 1.Know Your Status, [...]
Celebrating Black History Month: Honoring Black Leaders in Public Health
February marks Black History Month, a time to reflect on and celebrate the many achievements of the Black community, including the profound contributions of Black leaders in healthcare and public health. At the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS), we recognize the lasting impact of these pioneers who have shaped medicine, advanced public health, and worked toward a healthier and [...]