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Here you will find topics ranging from current events that affect public health in Arizona to overall information about the Arizona Department of Health Services

New AZ Biomedical Research Commission Kick-off

By Will Humble| 2012-05-01T11:21:03-07:00 May 1st, 2012|General|

You might remember that the Arizona Biomedical Research Commission was transferred to the ADHS last legislative session. We officially became responsible for the Commission in July of 2011. My first priorities were to get a clear analysis of the “books” (e.g. the financial records etc.), get a handle on the outstanding research projects that the Commission [...]

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Doctor/Patient Density- Our Online Gap Analysis Map

By Will Humble| 2012-04-30T09:36:20-07:00 April 30th, 2012|General|

In public health it’s good to know where the resources are – and where they're short. Our Health Systems Development team created an excellent online tool to help our partners keep track of resources -- to see where we have enough physicians and where we could use more. It also shows how much of an area is [...]

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Trash Your Stash V

By Will Humble| 2012-04-27T12:42:20-07:00 April 27th, 2012|General|

Prescription drugs can be safe and effective at treating illnesses- but leftovers are also tempting for experimental teens- and the misuse of narcotic prescriptions is an increasingly urgent public health problem in Arizona. In fact, more than 1,100 Arizonans died from prescription drug poisoning from misuse and abuse last year- which is more than the number [...]

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Implementing Our Strategic Plan- Address Public Health Workforce Needs

By Will Humble| 2012-04-25T09:32:52-07:00 April 25th, 2012|General|

Dietitians are a core public health asset- and one in short supply to boot. We’re trying to do something about that shortage with our new “WIC Track” initiative. We’re partnering with the Maricopa County Department of Public Health Dietetic Internship to offer a "WIC Track” internship. It’s open to any eligible (have completed a Bachelor's [...]

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Our Friend Alan

By Will Humble| 2017-02-10T09:51:12-07:00 April 23rd, 2012|General|

We learned some sad and shocking news this morning that Alan Oppenheim (our ADHS Acting Assistant Director for Licensing) passed away this weekend. Alan was an excellent leader and manager- but much more importantly- he was a really good person. He always cared about others and asked lots of questions about what was going on. [...]

5 Reasons to vaccinate your baby

By Will Humble| 2012-04-22T08:55:21-07:00 April 22nd, 2012|General|

It's always a good idea to periodically look at why you are doing something and see if something might be different -just in case you need to change course. Public health does that with many things - this week, we take a look at infant immunizations and the value they play in protecting the little [...]

Infant Mortality- the Presidential Challenge

By Will Humble| 2012-04-19T08:14:57-07:00 April 19th, 2012|General, Prevention|

A couple of weeks ago I mentioned that Dr. David Lakey, this year’s President of the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials has selected the Healthy Babies Project for his national initiative- challenging each state to implement strategies to reduce prematurity and infant mortality based on successful national, regional, and state efforts to improve [...]

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Insurance Exchange Reg’s

By Will Humble| 2017-02-10T09:51:13-07:00 April 18th, 2012|General|

The Department of Health and Human Services released final regulations to implement Insurance Exchanges under the ACA. The regulations spell out the standards for establishing and operating “one-stop” marketplaces, qualifications for health insurance plan participation, exchange health plan and subsidy eligibility determination for individuals, and criteria for small business eligibility and participation. Certain provisions of the [...]

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CDC’s Direct Assistance Powertool

By Will Humble| 2017-02-10T09:51:13-07:00 April 16th, 2012|General|

CDC’s Field Services Office rolled out their Direct Assistance for Assigning CDC Field Staff to State, Tribal, Local, and Territorial Health Departments internet site this week. The website provides answers to frequently asked questions concerning the availability and appropriate use of direct assistance from CDC staff. The CDC wants to increase the number of their [...]

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HB 2036: Abortion; Procedures; Informed Consent; Requirements

By Will Humble| 2012-04-13T11:56:53-07:00 April 13th, 2012|General|

The Governor signed HB 2036 today- which amends state law regarding abortions. We'll be responsible for implementing many of the law's provisions. Our Rules and Medical Licensing teams will be responsible for writing new regulations for the operating procedures at abortion clinics, our Medical Licensing team will be ensuring compliance with the new rules, and our IT and [...]

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