Deadly Mushroom Found in Idaho
A highly poisonous mushroom has recently been found in a Boise neighborhood
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Crisis Standards of Care Activated in Southern Idaho
Crisis Standards of Care have been activated once again for much of southern Idaho, including the Magic Valley and Wood River Valley due to staffing and blood shortages.
Idaho Infant Died of COVID-19 in October
Idaho health officials confirmed COVID-19 claimed the life of an infant in October, marking the first such fatality in the state.
Boise County Man Died from Rabies After Contact with Bat
Idaho health officials say a Boise County man died from rabies after a bat got caught in his clothing in late summer
Crisis Standards of Care Expanded Statewide in Idaho
The following information was issued by the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare:
The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) has activated Crisis Standards of Care (CSC) in accordance with IDAPA 16.02.09 – Crisis Standards of Care For Healthcare Entities. CSC ...
First Confirmed COVID-19 Variant Found in Southwest Idaho
Idaho health authorities announced the first confirmed case of the African variant of COVID-19 in Idaho Friday
First 2 Idaho 2020-21 Flu Deaths Reported; 1 From Twin Falls Co.
One of the dead was a Twin Falls County woman, and both tested positive for the virus known to lead to COVID-19.
Idaho Governor Signs Emergency Declaration to be Ready for Coronavirus
Gov. Brad Little has signed an Emergency Declaration to insure Idaho is prepared for the coronavirus as the state waits for its first confirmed case of the illness. During a press conference Friday morning with officials from the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, Gov. Little said so far Idaho has not had a confirmed case of coronavirus, but said the Emergency Declaration will make sure the Gem State is prepared to respond.
First Rabid Cat Detected in Idaho Since 1992
A cat in Owyhee County has tested positive for rabies, public health officials said on Wednesday. It is the first rabid cat detected in Idaho in almost 30 years.
Two Confirmed Respiratory Illnesses in Idaho Linked to Vaping
Idaho health officials say there are two confirmed cases of respiratory illnesses in people who vaped or used electronic cigarettes. The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare says the two Idaho patients are recovering and are among the hundreds of people in 33 states who may be suffering from illnesses linked to using electronic cigarettes and other vaping devices.
Idaho WIC to Begin Electronic Benefits System
The Idaho Women, Infants & Children program – otherwise known as WIC – is switching from paper cards to an electronic benefits system, according to the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare.
New Skilled Nursing Facility Planned at State Hospital South
Construction of a new nursing facility will begin next week at State Hospital South in eastern Idaho.