How Arizona State Hospital staff model compassion to promote quality care
The Arizona State Hospital (ASH) hosts monthly Lunch and Learn sessions to help employees stay up-to-date on current approaches to inpatient psychiatr…
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Youth councils amplify voices to impact positive change in their communities
In today's fast-paced world, young people face many challenges that can impact how they feel and their overall health. They have to figure out things …
Injury Prevention is Everyone’s Business – Focus on Fall Prevention
Each year, the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) observes National Trauma Awareness Month in May. This year’s theme, Injury Prevention is…
Arizona’s partnership with the State of Virginia’s Health Department shows collaboration and commitment to improving care
At the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS), we believe it’s important to never stop learning or improving. That’s why we connect with par…
No Menthol Sunday: How ASHLine’s Enhance Support is Tackling Health Disparities in Arizona
On May 19, we recognized No Menthol Sunday, a national observance aimed at raising awareness of the harms associated with menthol cigarettes and promo…
EMS Week: Honoring our past, forging our future
EMCTs of the Year - 2024Daniel Malanowski, Central Region Russell Smith, Northern Region Dan Wallace, Southeastern Region Tim Maple, Western Region Ea…
Encourage the women in your life to take care of their health
Many of us celebrated the moms in our lives this past weekend, whether our own mothers, partners, grandparents, friends, or other loved ones. This w…
It is recommended that everyone drink pasteurized milk
Guest blog from Arizona Dept. of Agriculture - Roland S. Mader, R.S. Administrator Dairy / Egg programs The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the…
Limit the sun, but not the fun. Be SunWise!
The days are getting longer and warmer, which might mean you're spending more time outside enjoying activities with friends and family, especially bef…
It’s Arizona Heat Awareness Week! We’re sharing measures to help you protect yourself from skin cancer
As the state heats up, it is important for Arizonans to start taking steps now to be safe in the sun and heat. This week is Arizona Heat Awareness W…