Tips for keeping Independence Day celebrations safe
I hope everyone has a happy Fourth of July weekend. Those of us in public health have some tips on how to make your celebrations safe while you’re enjoying time with family and friends.
COVID-19 Safety
Please be aware when enjoying time with others that COVID-19 remains active in our communities. Variants […]
Nearly all recent COVID-19 cases in Arizona are in unvaccinated individuals
We continue to educate: Vaccines are highly effective at preventing serious illness and death from COVID-19.
The numbers continue to demonstrate this, including a look at cases we shared in a release earlier this week as Arizona reached 3 million people fully vaccinated.
Delta variant highlights need to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19
This week, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) classified the so-called Delta variant of COVID-19 — B.1.617.2 — as a variant of concern. This is one of the variants behind India’s devastating outbreaks, and it has become the dominant strain in the United […]
Look out for yourself and for others when the mercury soars
Heat can become a serious health issue when the temperature soars – as it’s doing this week. Please look out for yourself and others to prevent heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
Anyone can fall victim to heat-related illness, but the list of those who are […]
The CDC provides yet another reason to get your COVID-19 vaccine
Today brings more encouraging news for those fully vaccinated against COVID-19 — and another reason for everyone else to get their shot.
New guidance from U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says fully vaccinated people can resume activities indoors as well as outdoors without […]
2021 Arizona Heat Awareness Week
Brutal summer heat can be more than just unpleasant. If you don’t take precautions, extreme temperatures can cause illness and even death.
That’s why ADHS and the National Weather Service are joining forces to mark Arizona Heat Awareness Week from May 10-14. This is a chance to learn how […]
