AZ Department of Health

@AZDHS

Arizona Department of Health Services: Health and Wellness for all Arizonans

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AZ Department of Health@AZDHS · May 9

🌞 The Arizona heat is no joke! Especially for your pup! 🐾 Stay safe this summer with our 5 essential tips to keep you and your dog cool, hydrated, and happy. 💧🐶 #DogSafety #PetTips #StayCool #HeatAwareness

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AZ Department of Health@AZDHS · Jul 17

🎉 Big shoutout to our incredible ADHS Food Safety Team presenting today at the NEHA Annual Educational Conference & Exhibition! 👏 Your work plays a vital role in keeping Arizona families safe from foodborne illness and promoting healthier communities. 💪 #NEHA2025

AZDHS's tweet image. 🎉 Big shoutout to our incredible ADHS Food Safety Team presenting today at the NEHA Annual Educational Conference &amp; Exhibition!

👏 Your work plays a vital role in keeping Arizona families safe from foodborne illness and promoting healthier communities. 💪 #NEHA2025

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AZ Department of Health@AZDHS · 3 h

Ensure you use mosquito repellent if your skin is exposed! Be sure to read the FAQs on repellent use and safety: 1.azdhs.gov/2YrwxXO

AZDHS's tweet image. Ensure you use mosquito repellent if your skin is exposed!

Be sure to read the FAQs on repellent use and safety: 1.azdhs.gov/2YrwxXO

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AZ Department of Health@AZDHS · 9 h

📱 Random health survey call? Don’t hang up—it might be the Arizona #BRFSS! We’re gathering data on health trends from everyday Arizonans just like you. From flu shots to fitness, your answers guide real change and can help improve public health statewide!

AZDHS's tweet image. 📱 Random health survey call? Don’t hang up—it might be the Arizona #BRFSS!

We’re gathering data on health trends from everyday Arizonans just like you. From flu shots to fitness, your answers guide real change and can help improve public health statewide!

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AZ Department of Health@AZDHS · Jul 27

Limit outdoor activities at dusk and dawn when mosquitoes are most active to prevent West Nile virus infection. Interested in learning more? Visit us online: 1.azdhs.gov/2VRG8A1

AZDHS's tweet image. Limit outdoor activities at dusk and dawn when mosquitoes are most active to prevent West Nile virus infection.

Interested in learning more? Visit us online: 1.azdhs.gov/2VRG8A1

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AZ Department of Health@AZDHS · Jul 26

Drowning is fast and silent, and it remains a leading cause of death for young children in Arizona. Our latest blog shares tips for water safety that could save a life this summer. Read now ⬇️ 1.azdhs.gov/44IbOi7

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AZ Department of Health@AZDHS · Jul 25

Mosquitoes potentially carry West Nile virus and other diseases which can cause fatal illness. Learn how to protect yourself and your community: 1.azdhs.gov/2VRG8A1

AZDHS's tweet image. Mosquitoes potentially carry West Nile virus and other diseases which can cause fatal illness.

Learn how to protect yourself and your community: 1.azdhs.gov/2VRG8A1

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AZ Department of Health@AZDHS · Jul 24

Hey Arizona! Your voice matters. Answer the call to participate in the AZ #BRFSS phone survey and help impact initiatives that improve our state’s health. #HealthierTogether

AZDHS's tweet image. Hey Arizona!

Your voice matters. Answer the call to participate in the AZ #BRFSS phone survey and help impact initiatives that improve our state’s health. #HealthierTogether

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AZ Department of Health@AZDHS · Jul 23

Think it’s too hot for mosquitos? Think again! Check out ways to prevent mosquito bites: 1.azdhs.gov/4cGw8C4

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AZ Department of Health@AZDHS · Jul 22

☀️ Kids are more vulnerable to extreme heat, and Arizona summers can be dangerous without the right precautions! Learn how to spot signs of heat illness and how to protect children during high temps in our latest blog ⬇️ 1.azdhs.gov/44IbOi7

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AZ Department of Health@AZDHS · Jul 22

Last week, ADHS joined Arizona leaders for a roundtable on the growing impact of extreme heat. We shared how heat affects Arizonans + explored what is being done & what more can be done to protect the most vulnerable. This collaboration is key to building a more resilient AZ!

AZDHS's tweet image. Last week, ADHS joined Arizona leaders for a roundtable on the growing impact of extreme heat.

We shared how heat affects Arizonans + explored what is being done &amp; what more can be done to protect the most vulnerable. This collaboration is key to building a more resilient AZ!

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AZ Department of Health@AZDHS · Jul 21

Why answer the AZ #BRFSS call? Because sharing your experience helps Arizona fight chronic disease, reduce injuries, and improve access to care. Plus - it’s completely anonymous! Your privacy is protected.

AZDHS's tweet image. Why answer the AZ #BRFSS call?

Because sharing your experience helps Arizona fight chronic disease, reduce injuries, and improve access to care.

Plus - it’s completely anonymous! Your privacy is protected.

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AZ Department of Health@AZDHS · Jul 18

🐓 Backyard flock owners: Be alert. Report sick or dead birds to your state health or agriculture department right away. Prevention starts with you: 1.azdhs.gov/4kGdu0F

AZDHS's tweet image. 🐓 Backyard flock owners: Be alert.

Report sick or dead birds to your state health or agriculture department right away.

Prevention starts with you: 1.azdhs.gov/4kGdu0F

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AZ Department of Health@AZDHS · Jul 18

You can’t see it. You can’t smell it. But radon could be in your home! Take action with a free radon test kit from ADHS: azdhs.gov/BRCRadonTest

AZDHS's tweet image. You can’t see it. You can’t smell it. But radon could be in your home!

Take action with a free radon test kit from ADHS: azdhs.gov/BRCRadonTest

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AZ Department of Health@AZDHS · Jul 17

👋 friendly reminder: coffee ≠ water. Your body needs actual H2O to survive the AZ heat! Tips to avoid heat-related illness: ✅ Drink water ✅ Take breaks in the shade ✅ Eat hydrating snacks Stay hydrated, stay cool & stay safe! ❤️ For more tips: azhealth.gov/heat

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AZ Department of Health@AZDHS · Jul 17

Your voice matters! 🗣️ The Arizona #BRFSS is a health survey that collects info on topics like preventive care, chronic conditions, and more. Your participation helps improve health for ALL Arizonans. 🙌

AZDHS's tweet image. Your voice matters! 🗣️

The Arizona #BRFSS is a health survey that collects info on topics like preventive care, chronic conditions, and more. Your participation helps improve health for ALL Arizonans. 🙌

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AZ Department of Health@AZDHS · Jul 16

🛑 Stop bird flu before it starts. Keep wild birds away from your flock, and clean coops and equipment regularly. See how: 1.azdhs.gov/4kGdu0F

AZDHS's tweet image. 🛑 Stop bird flu before it starts. Keep wild birds away from your flock, and clean coops and equipment regularly.

See how: 1.azdhs.gov/4kGdu0F

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AZ Department of Health@AZDHS · Jul 15

📞 Ever get a call asking about your health habits? It might be the Arizona #BRFSS! This phone survey helps us understand health trends across the state. Your answers help shape better care & policy. 💙 #AZHealth

AZDHS's tweet image. 📞 Ever get a call asking about your health habits? It might be the Arizona #BRFSS!

This phone survey helps us understand health trends across the state. Your answers help shape better care &amp; policy. 💙

#AZHealth

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AZ Department of Health@AZDHS · Jul 14

🦠 If you get sick after working with birds, talk to your doctor and mention your exposure. Early treatment matters. Know the symptoms: 1.azdhs.gov/4kGdu0F

AZDHS's tweet image. 🦠 If you get sick after working with birds, talk to your doctor and mention your exposure.

Early treatment matters.

Know the symptoms: 1.azdhs.gov/4kGdu0F

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AZ Department of Health@AZDHS · Jul 14

🐾 Your fur babies live, play, and nap there. Why not make your home a safer place for them? Radon is an invisible gas that can harm both people and pets! Protect your furry family members by testing your home with a free kit from ADHS: azdhs.gov/BRCRadonTest

AZDHS's tweet image. 🐾 Your fur babies live, play, and nap there. Why not make your home a safer place for them?

Radon is an invisible gas that can harm both people and pets!

Protect your furry family members by testing your home with a free kit from ADHS: azdhs.gov/BRCRadonTest

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AZ Department of Health@AZDHS · Jul 13

🚫🌊 Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs) can be dangerous! Before heading out to swim, fish, or boat, check local water quality advisories. Some blooms produce toxins that can harm people, pets, and wildlife. For HAB Forecasts, please visit: 1.azdhs.gov/43ziDkh

AZDHS's tweet image. 🚫🌊 Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs) can be dangerous!

Before heading out to swim, fish, or boat, check local water quality advisories.

Some blooms produce toxins that can harm people, pets, and wildlife.

For HAB Forecasts, please visit: 1.azdhs.gov/43ziDkh

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