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“Cancel COVID on College Campuses” contest winners announced
Posted: 12/08/20
Little Rock, Ark. – Students from NorthWest Arkansas Community College have won the $5,000 grand prize in the “Cancel COVID on College Campuses” video contest, and submissions by students from several other Arkansas colleges and universities were also honored.
The Arkansas Department of Health through its Read More
ADH recognizes World AIDS Day
Posted: 12/01/20
Little Rock, Ark. – World AIDS Day is recognized each year on December 1 and is an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), show their support for people living with HIV, and remember those who have passed away. HIV weakens a Read MoreADH and March of Dimes to host Mission: Healthy Baby Shower
Posted: 10/23/20
Little Rock, Ark. –March of Dimes and the Arkansas Department of Health will host an educational baby shower for military families as part of the Mission: Healthy Baby program.
The March of Dimes recognizes the challenges military mothers face and through the Mission: Healthy Baby program, Read More
ADH recognizes Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Posted: 10/19/20
Little Rock, Ark. - October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) is encouraging women to talk with their healthcare providers about getting screened.
According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, one in eight women will develop breast cancer. It is the Read More
Local Health Units extend hours on Tuesdays
Posted: 10/01/20
Little Rock, Ark. – Local Health Units across Arkansas will stay open later on Tuesdays so that services including flu vaccinations and COVID-19 tests are available after normal business hours.
The health units, which are located in every county in the state, will now be open between 9:30 Read More
ADH recognizes World Rabies Day 2020 by educating Arkansans about animal bites and rabies
Posted: 09/28/20
Little Rock, Ark. – Rabies is a deadly virus that affects the brain and nerves in mammals, including humans. World Rabies Day is recognized every September 28th, and the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) is reminding Arkansans to know the signs of rabies in animals and what to do Read More
La Vacuna Contra la Gripe Ya Está Disponible en las Unidades Locales de Salud
Posted: 09/21/20
Little Rock, Ark. – La vacuna contra la gripe o flu ya están disponibles en las Unidades Locales de Salud de Arkansas.
No hay costo para usted por la vacuna, y no se requiere que haga cita. Las personas deben traer su tarjeta de seguro Read More
La Vacuna Contra la Gripe Ya Está Disponible en las Unidades Locales de Salud
Posted: 09/21/20
Little Rock, Ark. – La vacuna contra la gripe o flu ya están disponibles en las Unidades Locales de Salud de Arkansas.
No hay costo para usted por la vacuna, y no se requiere que haga cita. Las personas deben traer su tarjeta de seguro Read More
Flu Vaccinations Available at Local Health Units
Posted: 09/21/20
Little Rock, Ark. – Flu vaccinations are now available on a walk-in basis at Local Health Units across Arkansas.
There is no out-of-pocket expense for the vaccine, and appointments aren’t required. People should bring their insurance cards to the unit. If they do not have Read More
Health Department Urges Safety as Storm Brings Flood Risk
Posted: 08/27/20
Little Rock, Ark. – As Hurricane Laura moves inland and brings heavy rain to much of Arkansas, it’s important to be aware of the health risks associated with floods. Flood water and sewer overflows can contain bacteria, viruses and other organisms that cause disease.
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