What You Need to Know About Whooping Cough in Arizona
Right now, there is an increase in cases of Pertussis occurring across the United States including Arizona. Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is a highly contagious respiratory illness caused by the bacterium bordetella pertussis. While whooping cough affects people of all ages, it can be particularly dangerous for infants and young children. So far this year, 563 cases have [...]
How to Keep Kids Safe This Halloween
Although trick-or-treating is a fun tradition for kids, it does come with a higher risk for injury. Statistics from non-profit organization Safe Kids Worldwide show that children are 3.5 times more likely to be fatally injured by a motor vehicle on Halloween compared to an average day. However, there are simple things we all can do to make the holiday [...]
2024 STAB Report Reveals Arizona’s Top Causes of Trauma Injury and Death and Opportunities for Injury Prevention
This year, the State Trauma Advisory Board celebrates 30 years of oversight, expansion, and quality improvement within the Arizona trauma system. Each year, the State Trauma Advisory Board collaborates with the ADHS Bureau of EMS and Trauma System to publish an annual report and interactive online Trauma Dashboard that provides a comprehensive picture of the burden of injury and trauma [...]
Working Together to Reduce Lead Exposure
This week, from October 20-26, we are celebrating National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (NLPPW) and National Chemistry Week (NCW). In recognition of these important events, the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) is proud to spotlight the collaboration between the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (CLPPP) and the Public Health Chemistry Department at the State Laboratory Services. Together, they are [...]
Move the Needle on Infection Prevention
This week marks the annual International Infection Prevention Week and the 2024 theme is “Moving the Needle on Infection Prevention.” From families at home to healthcare professionals, we can all play a role in reducing infections. Here are steps you can take to help reduce your risk: 1. Make Hand Hygiene Your First Line of Defense Hand washing with soap [...]
From Newborn Screening to Lifelong Support: Arizona’s Role in Sickle Cell Awareness
Although September has come to an end, we're excited to announce that both The White House and Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs have officially recognized September as Sickle Cell Awareness Month! These proclamations emphasize the importance of raising awareness and addressing sickle cell disease (SCD), especially in Arizona. Sickle cell disease is a genetic condition that causes red blood cells to [...]