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Well Woman HealthCheck Program

WEBAge and risk factor appropriate screening for breast and cervical cancer is a key public health intervention that saves countless lives every year, because early detection and …

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Check out the new five-year Arizona Health Improvement Plan

WEBPublishing a new five-year Arizona Health Improvement Plan (AzHIP) this week marks an important milestone in the state of Arizona’s journey toward improved health. I’m …

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Public Health Addressing Social Determinants of Health to …

WEBEvery day, public health works to keep Arizonans healthy and well by promoting good choices like healthy eating, regular physical activity, smoking cessation, vaccinations, …

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Annual Health Survey helps Public Health Agencies Focus Priorities

WEBData is an instrumental component of public health that helps us monitor population health, plan and evaluate interventions, and track priorities. One of our most valuable sources of …

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Arizona’s COVID-19 Vaccine Plan

WEBAlthough a COVID-19 vaccine is not yet available, public health professionals across Arizona and around the country are already hard at work laying the groundwork for …

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Our New Strategic Plan

WEBThe vision of the Department is to ideally achieve a state of Health and Wellness for all Arizonans and our mission is to promote, protect, and improve the health and wellness …

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A statewide effort to reduce suicides and support the families …

WEBSuicide is a leading cause of death in the United States. This significant public health issue must be addressed to support our communities and prevent the loss of life. In 2023, …

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Introducing Health-e-Arizona Plus

WEBAHCCCS and ADES have rolled out a new website that makes it easier than ever to enroll for Medicaid and other benefits. It’s called Health-e-Arizona Plus… and it’s Arizona’s …

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Diabetes action plan focuses on prevention, care, and social

WEBDiabetes is a relentless disease that affects many families in Arizona and across the United States. A new report from ADHS explains just how much diabetes impacts our state's …

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Priority Public Health Issues in Arizona – AZ Dept. of Health …

WEBPriority Public Health Issues in Arizona – AZ Dept. of Health Services Director's Blog.

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About ADHS – AZ Dept. of Health Services Director's Blog

WEBThe Arizona Department of Health Services promotes and protects the health of Arizona’s children and adults. Its mission is to promote, protect, and improve the health and …

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Eugene Livar – AZ Dept. of Health Services Director's Blog

WEBEugene Livar is the Assistant Director for Public Health Preparedness at the Arizona Department of Health Services. In his blog, he shares his insights and updates on …

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Refreshing the Arizona Health Improvement Plan to reflect …

WEBArizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) is excited to announce we have published the 2024-2025 update to the Arizona Health Improvement Plan (AzHIP). The AzHIP …

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OK Then, What’s Health-e-Arizona

WEBHealth-e-Arizona is an on-line benefits application for Arizona residents. Folks can apply for AHCCCS Health Insurance coverage, KidsCare, KidsCare II, Nutrition Assistance …

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Federal COVID-19 public health emergency ends – Vaccines, tests …

WEBToday marks the end of the national COVID-19 public health emergency, but most tools - including vaccines, testing, and treatment - will remain available in Arizona. More than …

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What’s Health-e Connection

WEBArizona Health-e Connection - better known as AzHeC- is a state-wide public/private collaborative for advancing the adoption of health information technology and health …

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Prevent Childhood Obesity with Small Steps – AZ Dept. of Health

WEBOne in three children in the United States are overweight or obese. Childhood obesity puts kids at risk for health problems that were once seen only in adults, like type 2 diabetes, …

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Arizona Hosts One Health Exploration Day for Teens

WEBOne Health is the idea that the health of humans, animals and the environment are all connected. As people, we depend on animals for many things, like food, companionship, …

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Children’s Oral Health a Leading Health Issue in Arizona

WEBTooth decay (cavities) is one of the most common chronic conditions of childhood in Arizona. Untreated tooth decay can cause pain and infections that may lead to problems …

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