Avian Flu Variant Detected in Phoenix, Surprise, and Tempe Wastewater, Public Risk Deemed Minimal by Maricopa County Health Officials
Traces of avian influenza A(H5) have been detected in Maricopa County's wastewater. Health officials report no human cases and advise standard precautions.
Arizona's Unseen Caregivers: The Tug-of-War Duty in a State Battling the Surge of Alzheimer's
This article discusses the challenges faced by caregivers of Alzheimer's patients in Arizona, highlighting the high costs and lack of specialists, but also noting optimism with new treatments and support networks.
Pima County Health Leader Dr. Francisco Garcia to Depart After Pioneering Health Initiatives and Steering COVID Response
Dr. Francisco Garcia, Pima County's Deputy County Administrator and Chief Medical Officer, will leave his position on January 3, 2025, after advancing public health and addressing crises like COVID-19.
Arizonians Embrace National Giving Month with Over 1,100 Emergency Food Boxes Prepared at St. Mary's Food Bank
Volunteers at the Arizona Department of Health Services celebrated National Giving Month by assembling 1,170 emergency food boxes at St. Mary’s Food Bank, benefiting local families during the holidays.












