ADHS News Releases

Get free text messages about having a healthy baby

Tuesday, 9 February 2010 01:00:00 GMT

Over 10,000 babies a year are born prematurely in Arizona, and over 600 die before their first birthday. Get free text messages about having a healthy baby and keeping yourself healthy. See www.text4baby.org or from your cell phone, text BABY to 511411

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Make sure the food at your Super Bowl party is safe

Friday, 5 February 2010 01:00:00 GMT

When planning a Super Bowl XLIV party, hosts should have a defensive strategy against foodborne illness for their guests - http://bit.ly/atkOfU

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Arizona's Influenza Activity Status: LOCAL

Wednesday, 3 February 2010 01:00:00 GMT

View the new weekly activity report: http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/oids/epi/flu/

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State Warns Against Growth of Mold in Homes, Businesses

Friday, 29 January 2010 01:00:00 GMT

After the series of storms that hit Arizona last week, the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) and Arizona Division of Emergency Management (ADEM) encourage individuals and businessowners to be aware of and take precautions against the growth of mold. http://azdhs.gov/news/2010-Alll/Mold012910.pdf

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Arizona's Influenza Activity Status: SPORADIC

Wednesday, 27 January 2010 01:00:00 GMT

View the new weekly activity report: http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/oids/epi/flu/

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Some Rural Arizona Communities Encouraged to Take Water Safety Precautions

Saturday, 23 January 2010 01:00:00 GMT

Although most water sources in Arizona have not and will not be contaminated by flooding damage by this storm, some areas served by private wells and small water systems may have been affected.

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Food Safety During and After a Power Outage

Friday, 22 January 2010 01:00:00 GMT

Many Arizona residents are currently experiencing a loss of power due to the storm. Read some guidelines to help assure food safety.

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Arizona's Influenza Activity Status: LOCAL

Wednesday, 20 January 2010 01:00:00 GMT

View the new weekly activity report: http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/oids/epi/flu/

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Arizona's Influenza Activity Status: LOCAL

Wednesday, 13 January 2010 01:00:00 GMT

View the new weekly activity report: http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/oids/epi/flu/

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Make Flu Prevention Personal in 2010

Wednesday, 6 January 2010 01:00:00 GMT

If personal healthiness is one of your resolutions, don’t forget a flu shot. http://www.azdhs.gov/news/2010-Alll/healthyResolutions010610.pdf

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Week 52 Flu Reports Now Available

Wednesday, 6 January 2010 01:00:00 GMT

Arizona H1N1, RSV and supplemental flu weekly reports are now available: http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/oids/epi/flu/

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It's Folic Acid Awareness Week

Monday, 4 January 2010 01:00:00 GMT

Learn about neural tube defects and how you can help prevent them: http://bit.ly/4Lt1Le

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Week 51 Flu Reports Available

Wednesday, 30 December 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Arizona H1N1 RSV and supplemental flu weekly reports are now available: http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/oids/epi/flu/

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In a Year of Change, Baby Names Stay the Same

Tuesday, 29 December 2009 01:00:00 GMT

The top 5 baby names for baby girls remains the same from last year, however, the order changed slightly. http://www.azdhs.gov/news/2009-all/122909PopularBabyNames.pdf

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Weekly Flu Reports Now Available

Wednesday, 23 December 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Arizona H1N1 and supplemental flu weekly reports are now available: http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/oids/epi/flu/

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Arizona Child Injury Report

Monday, 21 December 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Search -crush- in http://bit.ly/6vaKEe and search -struck by against- in http://bit.ly/8zb4Jy to see stats on child injuries and falling TVs

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Arizona Opens H1N1 Vaccine Eligibility to General Public

Thursday, 17 December 2009 01:00:00 GMT

After months of focusing vaccination efforts on those most at-risk for complications of the 2009 H1N1 influenza virus, Arizona will offer the vaccine to everyone starting Saturday. Since October, Arizona, along with other states, has been following the vaccine priority groups outlined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The state is receiving enough vaccine on a regular basis to make sure that everyone who wants vaccine will now be able to receive one. -...

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Weekly Flu Reports Now Available

Wednesday, 16 December 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Arizona H1N1 and supplemental flu weekly reports are now available: http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/oids/epi/flu/

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Ready, Set, Go

Tuesday, 15 December 2009 01:00:00 GMT

2009 was Show Time for public health thanks to the emergence of the century’s first pandemic. The appearance of the 2009 H1N1 in the spring propelled Arizona to the national stage. http://www.azdhs.gov/news/2009-all/2009AZPrepared.pdf

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State Reminds Parents Two H1N1 Shots for Children

Monday, 14 December 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Children 9 and younger should receive 2 doses of the H1N1 vaccine about 1 month apart to provide the best protection. The first flu vaccine dose "primes" the immune system, and the second dose provides the full immune protection. Children can have reduced or no protection from a single dose of flu vaccine. http://www.azdhs.gov/news/2009-all/PR_2_shot_children_Final.pdf

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Heading to High Country for Fun in the Snow?

Wednesday, 9 December 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Review some helpful tips to avoid the Emergency Room - http://www.azdhs.gov/news/2009-all/091210SleddingSafety.pdf

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Arizona weekly flu reports are now available

Wednesday, 9 December 2009 01:00:00 GMT

View current and past H1N1, Supplemental Flu and RSV reports. http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/oids/epi/flu/

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Google Flu Shot Finder is easy to use

Wednesday, 9 December 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Locations with H1N1 vaccine are color-coded BLUE. Search your ZIP to find local providers @ www.StopTheSpreadAZ.org

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All-Terrain Vehicle Safety Meeting

Tuesday, 8 December 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Unintentional all-terrain vehicle injuries are a public health problem - Attend a one-day meeting about ATV safety - http://bit.ly/92bI0x

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Magellan of Arizona and ADHS/DBHS Launch Provider Outcomes Dashboard

Monday, 7 December 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Innovative Tool Takes the Temperature of the Mental Health System and Helps to Improve Care, Lives of Those Challenged by Mental Illness http://www.magellanofaz.com/media/126935/12-07-09%20dashboard%20news%20release%20final.pdf

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State Answers Call for Information, Debuts Shot Finder

Wednesday, 2 December 2009 01:00:00 GMT

New partnerships with Google and county health depts - http://bit.ly/7q7fxZ

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Arizona Summary of 2009 H1N1 Influenza Vaccine Data from the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System VAERS

Wednesday, 2 December 2009 01:00:00 GMT

The CDC and FDA update summarizing the adverse events after 2009 H1N1 influenza vaccination - http://bit.ly/7MBqGd

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Weekly Flu Reports Released

Wednesday, 2 December 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Arizona H1N1 and supplemental flu weekly reports are now available | H1N1 - http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/oids/epi/flu/pdf/weeklyflureport.pdf | Flu - http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/oids/epi/flu/pdf/az_flureport_supp_47_0910.pdf | RSV - http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/oids/epi/flu/pdf/rsv/RSV_report_mmwr47.pdf

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Weekly Flu Reports Released

Wednesday, 25 November 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Arizona H1N1 and supplemental flu weekly reports are now available | H1N1 - http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/oids/epi/flu/pdf/weeklyflureport.pdf | Flu - http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/oids/epi/flu/pdf/az_flureport_supp_46_0910.pdf | RSV - http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/oids/epi/flu/pdf/rsv/RSV_report_mmwr46.pdf

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Child Fatality Review Program Annual Report

Tuesday, 24 November 2009 01:00:00 GMT

There are good examples of simple strategies that can save lives wholesale in this week's Child Fatality Review Program Annual Report . Each year, we review the way that kids died in Arizona so that we can collectively do something about it. http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/owch/pdf/cfr2009.pdf

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Stay Healthy During Holiday Travel, Family Gatherings

Monday, 23 November 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Read the helpful tips and precautions for protecting yourself and others from the flu during the holidays - http://www.azdhs.gov/news/2009-all/H1N1Holidays11232009.htm

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Empower Pack Information and Registration

Thursday, 19 November 2009 01:00:00 GMT

NEW! 2009 ADHS Licensing Empower Pack Information and Registration Form Now Available - http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/bnp/empower.htm

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Weekly RSV Numbers Are In

Thursday, 19 November 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Read the Arizona Weekly RSV Summary - http://bit.ly/1qp42G

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Just the (H1N1) Facts, Please

Wednesday, 18 November 2009 01:00:00 GMT

ASU and AZDHS polled 700 Arizona households: AZDHS wants Arizonans to know the facts when it comes to H1N1 - http://bit.ly/2qRtCK

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Weekly Flu Reports Released

Wednesday, 18 November 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Arizona H1N1 and supplemental flu weekly reports are now available | H1N1 - http://bit.ly/2gHj7J | Flu - http://bit.ly/k18Vu

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RSV Numbers Are In ::

Friday, 13 November 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Read the Arizona Weekly RSV Summary - http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/oids/epi/flu/pdf/rsv/RSV_report_mmwr44.pdf

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New Weekly Flu Supplemental Report Is Now Available

Thursday, 12 November 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Influenza activity highlights (for both seasonal and 2009 H1N1) are included in a separate report, posted weekly at http://www.azdhs.gov/flu/h1n1/index.htm. This report supplements that information.

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New Arizona Weekly H1N1 Report Is Now Available

Thursday, 12 November 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Arizona’s influenza activity level continues to be "widespread". See the latest highlights in the weekly state flu report - http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/oids/epi/flu/pdf/weeklyflureport.pdf

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Fight the Flu: Tips To Stop the Spread in the Workplace

Tuesday, 10 November 2009 01:00:00 GMT

ADHS has compiled a H1N1 Business Outreach Packet for distribution to the private sector. The compilation includes flyers, fact sheets, CDC's Communication Toolkit for Businesses and Employers, and assorted ADHS reference documents.

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RSV activity remained sporadic

Thursday, 5 November 2009 01:00:00 GMT

RSV activity remained sporadic in Arizona as cases were reported in two counties - see the latest report here - http://bit.ly/eDGUo

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New Arizona H1N1 and Flu Weekly Reports

Wednesday, 4 November 2009 01:00:00 GMT

New Arizona H1N1 and Flu weekly reports now available here - H1N1 - http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/oids/epi/flu/pdf/weeklyflureport.pdf Flu - http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/oids/epi/flu/pdf/az_flureport_supp_43_0910.pdf

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Valley Fever in the News

Friday, 30 October 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Dr. Rebecca Sunenshine tonight on ABC15 News at 10 - Valley Fever Walk in Phoenix Sunday - http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/oids/epi/disease/cocci/index.htm

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RSV activity remained sporadic

Friday, 30 October 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Synopsis: During the previous three weeks, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) activity remained sporadic in Arizona as cases of RSV were reported in seven counties. http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/oids/epi/flu/pdf/rsv/RSV_report_mmwr40-42.pdf

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New Arizona H1N1 and Flu weekly reports

Wednesday, 28 October 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Fugitive Captured in California

Wednesday, 28 October 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Convicted rapist behind bars - http://www.azdhs.gov/news/2009-all/FugitiveCaptured102709.htm

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Will Humble on H1N1 and Food Stamps on Horizon

Tuesday, 27 October 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Watch Will Humble on Channel 8's Horizon discuss H1N1 flu and requiring food stamp participants to buy healthy food. http://www.azpbs.org/horizon/detailvid.php?id=2165

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Bright Spot for a Dark Issue

Tuesday, 27 October 2009 01:00:00 GMT

U.S. Health and Human Services just gave Arizona a $1. 5 million Garrett Lee Smith Grant to work with youth on suicide prevention in the next three years. Programs will include early intervention, referrals for mental health care and treatment, and outreach efforts. http://www.azdhs.gov/news/2009-all/BrightSpot102609.htm

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New Weekly Flu Reports

Wednesday, 21 October 2009 01:00:00 GMT

New Arizona Weekly H1N1 and Flu Reports Available - H1N1 - http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/oids/epi/flu/pdf/weeklyflureport.pdf Flu - http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/oids/epi/flu/pdf/az_flureport_supp_41_0910.pdf

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Will Humble in D.C. this week promoting food stamp program overhaul

Wednesday, 21 October 2009 01:00:00 GMT

ADHS Interim Director Will Humble will be in DC this week promoting an overhaul of federal food stamps to promote nutrition and fight obesity. http://bit.ly/3jInb8

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Patient Missing From State Hospital

Monday, 19 October 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Arizona Department of Health Services is working with law enforcement agencies to locate a patient who was discovered missing from the Arizona State Hospital about 11 pm Saturday night.

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State Response to H1N1 Continues

Friday, 16 October 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Since the discovery of the new strain of H1N1 influenza in April 2009, the Arizona Department of Health Services has responded to the 2009 H1N1 at all levels. The Office of Infectious Diseases and the Arizona State Public Health Laboratory are tracking influenza cases and evaluating the severity of the disease. The state has been using its emergency pandemic plan as a roadmap for serving the needs of the public. Read more...

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Arizona Weekly Flu Reports

Thursday, 15 October 2009 01:00:00 GMT

489 new #H1N1 cases in #Arizona last week | Weekly H1N1 report - http://bit.ly/2gHj7J | Weekly Flu report - http://bit.ly/2TOkya

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All-Terrain Vehicle Safety Meeting

Wednesday, 14 October 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Unintentional all-terrain vehicle injuries are a public health problem - Attend a one-day meeting about ATV safety - http://bit.ly/1z8ib5

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Licensing Fees Rules Public Comment

Wednesday, 14 October 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Public comment is available for health care institution and child care licensing fees rules. Weigh in here: http://bit.ly/45mvaf.

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Arizona Weekly Flu Report

Wednesday, 7 October 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Arizona now has 2,263 confirmed cases of the New H1N1 strain of influenza. The weekly report is at http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/oids/epi/flu/pdf/az_flureport_supp_39_0809.pdf

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Binational Border Health Week

Friday, 2 October 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Next week is Binational Border Health Week sponsored by the US Mexico Border Health Commission. This year's priority is promoting initiatives to prevent obesity and diabetes and has a binational theme called "Families in Action for Health." There are several activities planned. Get all the info here: http://bit.ly/N28y5.

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Preview the new WIC Food Package TOMORROW, October 1st

Wednesday, 30 September 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Preview the new WIC Food Package at St. Mary’s Food Bank Alliance in Phoenix on 10/1/09. Visit http://bit.ly/WUcEe for more information.

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H1N1 flu news conference TODAY, Wednesday, September 30th

Wednesday, 30 September 2009 01:00:00 GMT

An H1N1 flu news conference will be held today, Wednesday, September 30th, 1:30 p.m. at the State Lab to discuss vaccine ordering and distribution. More information is available at http://bit.ly/KBlhs.

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World Rabies Day - September 28, 2009

Monday, 28 September 2009 01:00:00 GMT

More rabid animals in Arizona in 2009 – learn to protect your family; check for low cost vaccinations at http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/oids/vector/rabies/

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New WIC Food Package

Monday, 28 September 2009 01:00:00 GMT

The nutrition revolution is coming! Find out more about the new WIC Food Package. Visit http://bit.ly/WUcEe.

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Arizona Teen Program Named Finalist for Innovations Award

Friday, 25 September 2009 01:00:00 GMT

MY LIFE Gives Youth a Voice in Making Positive Life Changes

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Arizona H1N1 Weekly Report

Wednesday, 23 September 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Arizona now has 1,684 confirmed cases of the New H1N1 strain of influenza. The weekly report is at http://bit.ly/CqDjj

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How to request H1N1 vaccine for distribution

Wednesday, 23 September 2009 01:00:00 GMT

For Arizona Healthcare Providers: Information regarding how to request 2009 H1N1 Influenza Vaccine - http://bit.ly/2ZobxV

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ARIZONA – WEEKLY INFLUENZA SUMMARY

Wednesday, 16 September 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Weekly influenza data posted - Arizona's Influenza Activity Status: Widespread http://bit.ly/una8j

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Arizona H1N1 Weekly Report

Wednesday, 16 September 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Arizona now has 1,480 confirmed cases of the New H1N1 strain of influenza. The weekly report is at http://bit.ly/CqDjj

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H1N1 Response and Planning Guidelines for Businesses

Wednesday, 16 September 2009 01:00:00 GMT

New H1N1 Business Response and Planning Guidelines just released at http://bit.ly/2NVcIx

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H1N1 Report to the Governor

Tuesday, 15 September 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Read the ADHS report to the Governor on H1N1 Influenza Preparedness and Response Activities - http://bit.ly/YkLMG

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Securing our Most Precious Cargo

Monday, 14 September 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death among children ages 1 to 14, due in large part to the nonuse or improper use of child seats and seat belts. Working with parents and our partners, our goal is to ensure every child is properly secured and safe every trip, every time. http://bit.ly/P8fXF

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New H1N1 Weekly Update

Wednesday, 9 September 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Arizona now has 1,347 confirmed cases of the New H1N1 strain of influenza. The daily report is at http://bit.ly/CqDjj

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Weekly Influenza Summary - Widespread

Wednesday, 9 September 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Influenza activity elevated to "widespread" for the week ending on 08/29/09. View the Weekly Influenza Summary: http://bit.ly/29lcdO

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September 9th is Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Awareness Day

Wednesday, 9 September 2009 01:00:00 GMT

This day was chosen so that on the ninth day of the ninth month of the year, the world will remember that during the nine months of pregnancy a woman should abstain from alcohol. View our Factsheet - http://bit.ly/12EeKc

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New H1N1 Weekly Update

Thursday, 3 September 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Arizona now has 1,157 confirmed cases of the New H1N1 strain of influenza. The daily report is at http://bit.ly/CqDjj

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H1N1 Interim Guidelines For Child Care Facilities Released

Wednesday, 2 September 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Interim Guidelines for Arizona Department of Health Services Licensed Child Care Facilities to Monitor and Prevent Spread of novel H1N1 (Swine) Influenza - http://bit.ly/z67u2

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ADHS on Twitter and Facebook

Wednesday, 2 September 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Get news and info from ADHS on Twitter http://bit.ly/wE46E and Facebook http://bit.ly/h4ANI!

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Questions about the H1N1 vaccine?

Tuesday, 1 September 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Watch a replay of Will Humble on Horizon: http://bit.ly/2B1tsr

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Prescription Drug Abuse Quick Facts

Wednesday, 26 August 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Facts about prescription drug abuse including common names, effects, trends and information resources. http://bit.ly/t1ixj

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New H1N1 Weekly Update

Wednesday, 26 August 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Arizona now has 1,157 confirmed cases of the New H1N1 strain of influenza. The daily report is at http://bit.ly/CqDjj

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Watch your kids around water!

Monday, 8 August 2009 01:00:00 GMT

During the summer months and all year long, watch your kids around water! Read ADHS pool safety recommendations at http://bit.ly/2j7MvQ

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Traveler from France diagnosed with measles in Coconino Co.

Thursday, 30 July 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Coconino Co. news release: http://www.coconino.az.gov/uploadedFiles/Health/Marketing/Press_Releases/Measles7.30.09FINAL.pdf Measles info from ADHS: http://www.azdhs.gov/measles/

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Back to school vaccination information

Tuesday, 28 July 2009 01:00:00 GMT

Get back to school immunization information for schools, childcare centers and parents: http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/immun/back2school.htm

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Limit the Sun but not the Fun! Be "Sunwise!"

Wednesday, 1 July 2009 01:00:00 GMT

View these tips for staying cool this Summer and how to beat the heat.

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