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2021 Public Health Legislation

Web2021 Public Health Legislation. Act 530 creates the Arkansas Health & Opportunity for Me Program known as ARHOME. ARHOME is a new version of the …

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Mental and Behavioral Health in Arkansas

WebFriday, December 16, 2022. This week, the Arkansas Legislative Council received a report regarding the state of mental and behavioral health in Arkansas. This report was months …

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Mental Health Legislation 2023

WebMental Health Legislation 2023. Thursday, April 27, 2023. In the months leading up to the 2023 Regular Session, several legislators were meeting with mental …

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Be Well Arkansas: New Resource from ADH

WebWith Be Well Arkansas, Wellness Counselors answer calls from Arkansans who are interested in improving their health. This could be anything from managing …

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Committee Procedures and Public Access for 2021 …

WebIn an effort to allow for public participation in the legislative process in an environment that is as safe and healthy as possible, leadership for the Arkansas House …

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ADH Press Release: COVID-19 Preparation

WebLittle Rock, Ark. – The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) is working closely with local, state and federal partners to stay up to date on coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) …

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ALC Approves Funding for Enhanced Behavioral Health …

WebALC Approves Funding for Enhanced Behavioral Health Services. Friday, February 16, 2024. In a recent report to Arkansas lawmakers, it was revealed that …

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Suicide Prevention Month

WebSuicide Prevention Month. Friday, September 23, 2022. According to the Arkansas Department of Health, suicide is the leading cause of violent death in …

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Improving Maternal Health in Arkansas

WebThursday, February 29, 2024. This week, several members attended a Maternal Health Roundtable at UAMS. The roundtable included Arkansas medical professionals …

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American Heart Month

WebFriday, February 4, 2022. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for Arkansans. In 2020, there were 8,621 deaths due to heart disease in our state. Arkansas ranked 4th …

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Recovery in Arkansas

WebRecovery in Arkansas. Friday, August 26, 2022. September is National Recovery Month. It is a national observance held every year to promote and support new …

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Preparing for the 2024 Solar Eclipse

WebPreparing for the 2024 Solar Eclipse. Thursday, December 21, 2023. Recently members of the Arkansas Legislative Council heard from several state …

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School Safety Update

WebSchool Safety Update. Friday, June 10, 2022. This week, officials from Arkansas Center for School Safety (ACSS) provided members of the House and Senate …

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August is Immunization Awareness Month

WebWith children headed back to school this month, now is the perfect time for many families to get caught up on immunizations. The summer of 2020 may be more …

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Week 2 of the 2022 Fiscal Session

WebWeek 2 of the 2022 Fiscal Session. Friday, February 25, 2022. The House will begin the 3rd week of the 2022 Fiscal Session on Monday. The second week was an abbreviated one …

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Covid-19 Response Update for March 19, 2020

WebMark Lowery. · The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) is working closely with the Arkansas Department of Human Services and the Arkansas Healthcare …

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Legislation Passed by Arkansas House in 2023 Regular Session

WebAct 61 creates the Arkansas Family Treatment Specialty Court Act. This bill addresses a critical need for judicial intervention and support for effective treatment …

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