The study indicates firefighters have higher prostate cancer risks linked to PFAS chemicals, which can alter genes due to exposure from firefighting foam and gear.

Pima County Public Health AmeriCorps internships provide hands-on experience to college students, allowing them to contribute to the community and shape their careers in public health.

The Arizona Smokers Helpline (ASHLine) offers free nicotine replacement and support to help combat smoking rates, spotlighted during "No Menthol Sunday."

Arizona celebrates EMS Week, honoring the work and evolution of emergency care, with a focus on May 19-25 and particularly May 22 for children's services.

Women's Health Week is being observed to encourage women to prioritize their health by getting regular check-ups and focusing on nutrition and mental well-being. Arizona has introduced a reproductive health resources site to assist women.

Federal health authorities confirm pasteurized milk is safe despite a recent Avian Influenza outbreak in dairy cows, as no live virus was found in tested products and pasteurization effectively kills pathogens.

Valleywise Health opens a new Level 1 Trauma Center in Phoenix, featuring advanced emergency care facilities and single-patient rooms, funded by a $935 million bond.

Phoenix launches a data dashboard to combat drug overdoses, providing a breakdown of cases by demographics and location, to raise awareness and drive preventive measures.

Steward Health Care is selling four Arizona hospitals amid its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing and a $9 billion debt, with the state's AG investigating the circumstances.

The Pima County Health Department offers free or low-cost maternal health services, including WIC, safe sleep education, and more, aiming to increase participation and support families.

The Arizona Department of Health Services warns of skin cancer risks from UV exposure, promoting prevention through their "Be SunWise" campaign and providing sun safety tips online.

The military has adopted 'The Brandon Act,' enabling service members to confidentially seek mental health support, inspired by the advocacy of the parents of Brandon Caserta, who died by suicide in 2018.

El Mirage highlights mental health hotlines offering 24/7 crisis support during Mental Health Awareness Month, promoting the importance of mental wellbeing and accessibility to needed services.