Assistance Needed: Help with the New AZ Rural Health Needs Assessment
The Arizona Rural Women’s Health Network is requesting your assistance and input to identify and prioritize the health issues/topics impacting women and health providers in…
Category: My Healthy Arizona
Using Maricopa County’s Heat Surveillance Data to Improve Public Health
Governor Hobbs announced yesterday that HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra will be visiting Arizona this week to ‘discuss the state’s heat preparedness plan and explore the…
Arizona Public Health Association Issues Arizona Corporation Commission Candidate Policy Brief
As AZPHA members you have received our series of earlier this year shedding light on the various ways the Arizona Corporation Commission can influence public…
The Public Health Threats & Opportunities Among Arizona’s 2024 Ballot Propositions: A Summary
As Arizona’s 2024 election draws near, voters are confronted with several ballot propositions that will significantly impact public health. Some of these propositions pose serious…
Rankings of the 2021 Summer Olympic Games: Medals Per Capita (& ChatGPT)
I hope you enjoy the Summer Olympic games over the next couple of weeks. I plan on watching as many events as I can given…
Sun Safety: A Sometimes Forgotten Public Health Issue in Arizona
Living in Arizona means basking in nearly year-round sunshine, but it comes with serious risks. The relentless sun exposure increases our risk of skin damage,…
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 …
AzPHA Board of Directors: Call for Nominations
The Arizona Public Health Association is governed by our 16-member Board of Directors. The Board exercises the power, responsibilities and duties of our organization in accordance…
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…
2024 AzPHA Public Health Awards: Accepting Nominations Now!
Pictured: 2023 AzPHA Award winners: From Left, Haley Coles, Sen. Theresa Hatathlie, Dr. Theresa Cullen and Lindsey Perry Each year AzPHA recognizes public health professionals, health…