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July 6, 2022

First probable monkeypox case reported in Idaho

Idaho Division of Public Health and Central District Health are announcing the first probable case of monkeypox in an Idaho resident.

June 24, 2022

COVID-19 vaccine now available for children 6 months and older; Central District Health accepting vaccine appointments

This week, Central District Health (CDH) began the distribution and administration of the COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 6 months and older.

June 1, 2022

CDH encourages people to know their status through free testing for sexually transmitted infections in June

During the month of June, Central District Health (CDH) is encouraging people to prioritize their sexual health status by getting tested for Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs), also referred to as Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs).

January 28, 2022

Omicron sub-lineage BA.2 identified in Idaho

The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) and Central District Health (CDH) are announcing the first confirmed infection with the BA.2 sub-variant of the COVID-19 Omicron variant in Ada County.

January 26, 2022

Central District Health announces date for rescheduled Board of Health meeting

Central District Health (CDH) will be holding a special meeting of its Board of Health on Friday, January 28, 2022, at 12pm MT.

December 10, 2021

Omicron variant identified in Ada County resident

Central District Health (CDH) has confirmed the state of Idaho’s first COVID-19 case with the Omicron variant. The variant was confirmed in a clinical lab sample from an Ada County resident who recently reported out of state travel.

November 16, 2021

Availability of monoclonal antibody treatment expands in the TreasureValley; vaccines continue to be best defense against COVID-19

While vaccines continue to be the most effective method for preventing hospitalizations from COVID-19, more Idahoans now have access to a promising treatment for those who have tested positive for the virus and are at risk for developing serious illness.

November 3, 2021

Central District Health hosting live information session to address questions and concerns about pediatric Pfizer vaccine

On Tuesday, November 9, 2021, Central District Health (CDH) will hold a live YouTube discussion to address questions and concerns from the community about the efficacy, safety, administration of, and recommendations for the pediatric Pfizer vaccine.

October 8, 2021

Health Advisory Lifted for Cascade Reservoir

Ada County — Central District Health (CDH), in conjunction with the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), have lifted a public health advisory for Cascade Reservoir, located in the Valley County community. The advisory was issued on August 13, 2021 due to the presence of cyanobacteria, also known as a Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB). After regular monitoring, and water sample collection and testing, DEQ confirmed levels have returned to normal and toxin levels are below the safety threshold.

October 7, 2021

Central District Health welcomes Rachel Garceau as new Public Information Officer

CENTRAL DISTRICT HEALTH — Central District Health (CDH) is pleased to announce the addition of Rachel Garceau as its new Public Information Officer (PIO). As PIO, Garceau will be CDH’s main point of contact for all media inquiries and information requests throughout all four counties served by CDH (Ada, Boise, Elmore & Valley). She will be spearheading a variety of internal and external communication projects and marketing initiatives for the agency.

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