ADHS’ Wastewater Testing Detects Pathogens Early on to Protect Arizonans
In 2020, during the height of the pandemic, one key challenge was getting an accurate picture of COVID-19 infection rates in communities, especially f…
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Marijuana product recalls: Here’s how they happen
More than 10 years ago, Arizonans voted to approve the implementation of the Arizona Medical Marijuana Program. In 2020, the program expanded with the…
Fall is the best time to get your flu vaccine, schedule yours soon
With October here, we have entered into respiratory illness season, and it’s important to take precautions now to avoid serious illness. Today’s b…
There’s a new updated COVID-19 vaccine just in time for the respiratory virus season
As mentioned last week and yesterday, with October here we have entered into respiratory illness season and it’s important to take precautions now t…
Prepare for the upcoming respiratory virus season
As summer comes to an end and fall and winter approach, respiratory illnesses are also headed our way. There are three well-known respiratory viruses …
Ensuring your family is prepared for an emergency can be simple with these Preparedness Month resources
The old adage “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.” is also true for preparedness. As National Preparedne…
Healthy start: ADHS Lab checks the health of Arizona’s newborns
Every year since 2010, Arizona parents have brought an average of 80,000 newborns into the world! And every year, health professionals at the Arizon…
Reminding Arizonans to keep yourselves safe from dangerous the fungi that can cause Valley fever
Last week ADHS, alongside the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), recognized Fungal Disease Awareness Week. The annual event focuses on …
When COVID-19 hit, he joined the ADHS Laboratory to be part of the solution
When COVID-19 changed all of our lives in so many different ways, Adrian Fichter decided it was important to become part of the solution. A scientist …
Folic acid prevents birth defects and promotes a healthy pregnancy
For people able to get pregnant, it's important to think about your health now to have a healthy pregnancy and baby. One simple and effective way to p…