Taking Action Against Diabetes: The 2025 Arizona Diabetes Action Plan and Report
Diabetes is a demanding and costly chronic disease that impacts many individuals across Arizona and the United States. A new report from the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) highlights the significant burden diabetes is on our state’s health care system and communities while offering actionable recommendations to reduce its burden and improve the health of Arizonans. The ADHS Diabetes [...]
Staying cozy in your home this winter? Make sure radon isn’t an unexpected guest.
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 radioactive gas. Radon is the [...]
News Release: Arizona Department of Health Services Launches Public Health Data Portal
Katie Hobbs | Governor Jennie Cunico | Director News Release For Immediate Release: January 2, 2025 Media Contact: Niala Charles Mobile: 480-318-6337 Email: [email protected] Arizona Department of Health Services Launches Public Health Data Portal PHOENIX – The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) is proud to announce the launch of the Public Health Data Portal, a comprehensive [...]
ADHS Volunteers During National Giving Month
National Giving Month, celebrated in December, encourages individuals to spread kindness and generosity, especially during the holiday season. It's a time to support those in need through donations, volunteering, or simply lending a helping hand. On December 3, ADHS volunteers helped pack emergency food boxes at St. Mary’s Food Bank. Together, volunteers made 1,170 boxes at the event! These efforts [...]
News Release: Avian Influenza Update
News Release For Immediate Release: December 6, 2024 Media Contact: Niala Charles Mobile: 480-318-6337 Email: [email protected] Avian Influenza Update PHOENIX- The Arizona Department of Health Services is reporting the first human H5 cases in Arizona. Both individuals were exposed to infected poultry while working at a commercial facility in Pinal County. These individuals reported mild symptoms, received treatment and recovered. [...]
Bureau of Vital Records Team Participates in National Adoption Day!
This year marked the 25th Anniversary of National Adoption Day for Maricopa County! On November 23rd the first families began to arrive at the annual Maricopa County Superior Court’s National Adoption Day event looking to create their own anniversary celebration of establishing a forever home for a special child. The event is an annual nationwide celebration raising awareness of foster [...]