My Healthy Arizona – The Force for Health® Network

Arizona’s Public Health & Highway Safety Agencies Warn of the Dangers of Alcohol-Drug-Impaired Driving

This Independence Day, Arizona’s State public health and highway safety agencies are collectively warning drivers about the deadly consequences of a…

az-department-of-health-news-feed July 3, 2025

Take Charge of Your Brain Health — For You and Your Loved Ones

The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) joins the Alzheimer’s Association® in encouraging Arizonans to take proactive steps toward protect…

az-department-of-health-news-feed June 30, 2025

Arizona Agencies Recognized for Excellence in Pediatric Emergency Care Through Groundbreaking Recognition Program

Six emergency medical services (EMS) agencies across Arizona have been recognized for their commitment to pediatric emergency care through the Making …

az-department-of-health-news-feed May 21, 2025

Get Ready: Arizona Travel ID is Required Soon!

Starting May 7, 2025, you will need a special kind of ID to fly inside the U.S. and enter federal buildings. This ID is called the Arizona Travel ID, …

az-department-of-health-news-feed April 29, 2025

Protecting Arizona’s Future: Addressing Congenital Syphilis

Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) have increased at an alarming rate in Arizona and can cause serious health problems if left untreated, especial…

az-department-of-health-news-feed April 18, 2025

Healthy Horizons in Arizona

Vaccines are one of the greatest public health achievements of the last century. Thanks to their effectiveness over the past 75 years, diseases like t…

az-department-of-health-news-feed April 2, 2025

Celebrate National Nutrition Month: Food Connects Us All!

March is National Nutrition Month! This year's theme, "Food Connects Us," reminds us that food is more than just sustenance. It's a universal langua…

az-department-of-health-news-feed March 31, 2025

Love Safely: Prioritizing Sexual Health This Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is all about love, connection, and special moments. As you plan your celebrations today and beyond, don’t forget one of the most i…

az-department-of-health-news-feed February 14, 2025

Celebrating Black History Month: Honoring Black Leaders in Public Health

February marks Black History Month, a time to reflect on and celebrate the many achievements of the Black community, including the profound contributi…

az-department-of-health-news-feed February 10, 2025

Psittacosis: What Bird Owners in Arizona Need to Know About Parrot Fever and Staying Healthy

Psittacosis (“sit-uh-KOH-sis”), sometimes called “parrot fever”, is a zoonotic infection caused by the bacterium Chlamydia psittaci that is sp…

az-department-of-health-news-feed January 29, 2025