September: National Suicide Prevention Month and Adolescent Health Initiatives
As we enter National Suicide Prevention Month, we want to highlight the remarkable efforts of the Mariposa Youth Council, coordinated by our partners …
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Our Partners at the American Red Cross are Keeping Communities Safe this Summer
We are thrilled to have Edgar Olivo as our guest blogger today, to talk about how to protect our communities this summer and beyond. How do we ensur…
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 c…
Safe Outdoor Recreation in Arizona’s Summer Heat
We know that spending time outdoors is beneficial for our physical and mental health. From reducing stress to encouraging physical activity, we’re h…
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 …
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 even…
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…
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 import…
Back To School: Healthy Kids, Healthy Schools
Another school year is quickly approaching and many Arizonans are preparing to send their kids back to the classroom. It’s important that we all wor…
Monsoon season in Arizona can bring cooler temps, along with high winds and flash floods
Monsoon season began last weekend, and while the season might bring cooler temperatures, it also creates perfect conditions for weather hazards like h…