Protect Yourself from Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome
At the Arizona Department of Health Services, we’re dedicated to safeguarding and improving the health of all Arizonans. Our mission is to provide clear, credible, and timely health information. That’s why we want to make sure we share all we can with the public about the increased cases of hantavirus in Arizona. Since 2012, there have been anywhere from zero [...]
Safe Outdoor Recreation in Arizona’s Summer Heat
We are excited to have guest author Michelle Thompson, Deputy Assistant Director of Arizona State Parks and Trails, with important information on recreating safely outdoors in high temperatures. We know that spending time outdoors is beneficial for our physical and mental health. From reducing stress to encouraging physical activity, we’re hardwired for connection to the natural world. When temperatures rise, [...]
AZID2024: 11th Annual Infectious Disease Training and Exercise
At the end of June, we hosted our 11th annual Arizona Infectious Disease Training and Exercise (AZID2024). Over 400 public health partners from a wide variety of organizations joined together to share and learn about best practices and current infectious disease trends in Arizona and the region. ADHS hosted speakers from local Arizona jurisdictions, neighboring states, the Centers for Disease [...]
Get Tested this World Hepatitis Day!
Sunday, July 28 is World Hepatitis Day. The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) Office of HIV and Hepatitis C Services (OHHS) encourages you to get tested for hepatitis. Millions of people in the country have viral hepatitis, but aren’t aware they have it. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that all people ages 18 and older [...]
Protecting Our Children: Drowning Prevention in Arizona
As summer continues and families head to pools, lakes, and water parks, it’s crucial to be safe around water. Drowning is a sudden and tragic event that affects too many families each year. In Arizona, drowning is the leading cause of death for children ages one to four years old and the second leading cause of unintentional injury for children [...]
Rabies Prevention in Navajo County
We are excited to have guest author Rhonda Krouse, Code Enforcement Division Manager for the Navajo County Public Health Services District with important information for Arizonans who reside in or plan to visit northern Arizona about an increase in rabies cases. During the summer months, it's crucial to be aware of the increased risk of rabies. Rabies is an illness [...]