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2024 Press Releases



January

 

1-8-2024

Health Advisory Lifted for Cedar Creek and Salmon Falls Creek Reservoir

Aviso de salud levantado para Cedar Creek y Salmon Falls Creek Reservoir

March

 

3-1-2024

Nominate Your “Health Hero” For A Regional Award

Nomine a su "Héroe de la salud" para un premio regional

3-11-2024

SCPHD Offering Free Wellness Screening Event in Burley On March 13

SCPHD Ofreciendo Evento Gratuito de Evaluacion de Bienestar en Burley el 13 de Marzo

April

 

4-3-2024

Registration For Upcoming Family Reunification Training Open To The Public

Inscripción para la Próxima Capacitación de Reunificación Familiar Abierta al Público

4-5-2024

It’s Quitting Time! SCPHD Offering Free Tobacco Cessation Classes

¡Es Hora de Dejar de Fumar! SCPHD Ofrece Clases Gratuitas para Dejar de Fumar

4-23-2024

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is Coming Up on April 27

El Día Nacional de Devolución de Medicamentos Recetados se Acerca el 27 de Abril

4-29-2024

SCPHD Presents Upcoming Fentanyl Awareness Informational Event on May 7

SCPHD Presenta el Próximo Evento Informativo de Concientización Sobre el Fentanilo el 7 de Mayo

May

 

5-13-2024

SCPHD Offering Free Wellness Screening Event in Hailey

SCPHD Ofreciendo Evento Gratuito de Evaluacion de Bienestar en Hailey

5-15-2024

Measles is Only a Plane Ride Away: Catch Up On Vaccinations Before Summer Vacation and Travel Begins

El Sarampión Está a Solo un Viaje en Avión: Póngase al Día con las Vacunas Antes de que Comiencen las Vacaciones y los Viajes de Verano

5-22-2024

Empower Yourself with “Live in Control”: A Free 5-Week Diabetes Self-Management Education Program

Empodérate con “Vive en Control”: Un Programa Educativo Gratuito de Cinco Semanas para el Autocontrol de la Diabetes

July

 

7-11-2024

SCPHD Offering ServSafe Certified Food Protection Manager Class: Limited Seating Available, Register Now

SCPHD Ofrece la Clase de Gerente Certificado de Protección de Alimentos de ServSafe en Inglés: Cupos Limitados Disponibles, Regístrese Ahora

7-16-2024

SCPHD District Director Melody Bowyer Announces Upcoming Retirement: SCPHD To Begin The Search For A New District Director

La directora de distrito de SCPHD, Melody Bowyer, anuncia su próxima jubilación: SCPHD comenzará la búsqueda de un nuevo director de distrito

August

 

8-2-2024

SCPHD To Host Several Back-To-School Vaccine Clinics Throughout Southern Idaho In August

SCPHD organizará varias clínicas de vacunación para el regreso a clases en todo el sur de Idaho en agosto

8-9-2024

West Nile Virus Found Along Border of Twin Falls and Jerome Counties

Se Detecta el Virus del Nilo Occidental en la Frontera de los Condados de Twin Falls y Jerome

8-19-2024

SCPHD Wins NACCHO Model Practice Award For Outreach

SCPHD Gana El Premio NACCHO de Modelo de Práctica Por Su Labor De Divulgación

September

 

9-11-2024

SCPHD Presents Upcoming Fentanyl Awareness Informational Event on September 19th

SCPHD presenta próximo evento informativo de concientización sobre el fentanilo el 19 de septiembre

9-13-2024

Live in Control: Free 5-Week Diabetes Self-Management Education Program Is Coming To Jerome

El programa gratuito de educación sobre autogestión de la diabetes de cinco semanas “Vive en Control” llega a Jerome

9-26-2024

Another Opportunity to Register for “Live in Control” Free 5-Week Diabetes Self-Management Education Program in Jerome

Otra oportunidad para inscribirse en el programa educativo gratuito de 5 semanas de autogestión de la diabetes “Vive en Control” en Jerome

October

 

10-16-2024

SCPHD Announces New District Director, Logan Hudson

SCPHD anuncia nuevo director de distrito, Logan Hudson

10-21-2024

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is Coming Up on October 26

El Día Nacional de Devolución de Medicamentos Recetados se acerca el 26 de octubre



2023 Press Releases



December

 

12-21-2023

Made a New Year’s Resolution to quit nicotine? We can help!

¿Hiciste una resolución de Año Nuevo para dejar la nicotina? ¡Podemos ayudar!

12-7-2023

Keep Christmas Merry- Get Your Flu Shot Today!

Mantenga feliz la Navidad: ¡vacúnese contra la gripe hoy!

October

 

10-18-2023

Triple threat this respiratory season,take steps to protect your health now.

Triple amenaza en esta temporada respiratoria, tome medidas para proteger su salud ahora.

10-17-2023

Empty your medicine cabinet! National Prescription Drug Take Back Day offers safe places to dispose of unused and old medication.

Vacía tu botiquín! Día Nacional de Devolución de Medicamentos Recetados ofrece lugares seguros para desechar los medicamentos viejos y no utilizados.


September

 

9-21-2023

Health District distributes hundreds of preparedness kits during National Preparedness Month and urges residents to make emergency kits and plans a family priority.

El Distrito de Salud distribuye cientos de kits de preparación durante el Mes Nacional de la Preparación e insiste a los residentes a hacer de los kits y planes de emergencia una prioridad familiar.


August

 

8-29-2023

Health Advisory Issued for Harmful Algal Bloom at Cedar Creek Reservoir

Aviso de salud emitido por proliferación de algas nocivas en el embalse de Cedar Creek

8-23-2023

Learn how to save a life! SCPHD offers free naloxone training.

¡Aprende a salvar una vida! El Distrito de Salud Pública Sur Central ofrece entrenamiento gratuito sobre naloxona.

8-8-2023

It’s Quitting Time! SCPHD Offering Free Tobacco Cessation Classes

¡Es hora de dejar de fumar! SCPHD ofrece clases gratuitas para dejar de fumar!


8-1-2023

Health Advisory Issued for Harmful Algal Bloom at Salmon Falls Creek Reservoir

Advertencia de Salud Sometida para la Floración de Algas Peligrosas en Salmon Falls Creek Reservoir


July

 

7-28-2023

Mosquito Carrying West Nile Virus Found in Twin Falls County

Mosquito Portador del Virus Del Nilo Occidental Encontrado en el Condado de Twin Falls


May

 

5-18-2023

“Health Hero” Regional Award Winners

Ganadores del premio regional "Héroe de la salud"


April

 

4-26-2023

Fentanyl is here. How are you protecting against it?

El fentanilo está aquí. ¿Cómo te proteges contra eso?

4-13-2023

Empty your medicine cabinet! Safely dispose of unused medication on Drug Take Back Day.

¡Vacía tu botiquín! Día Nacional de Devolución de Medicamentos Recetados lugares seguros para desechar medicamentos viejos y sin usar.


March

 

3-1-2023

Nominate Your “Health Hero” For A Regional Award.

Nomine a su "Héroe de la salud" para un premio regional.



2022 Press Releases




December

 

12-21-2022

Respiratory season update: RSV cases declining, COVID-19 cases plateau, severe influenza cases continue to increase.

Actualización temporada respiratoria:Casos de RSV están bajando, casos de COVID-19 permanecen igual. Los casos graves de influenza siguen aumentando.



12-06-2022

Respiratory season is ramping up early, take steps to protect your health now.

La temporada respiratoria se está adelantando, tome medidas para proteger su salud ahora.



November

 

11-30-2022

Health Advisory Lifted for Murtaugh Lake and Salmon Falls Creek Reservoir.

Alerta de salud levantada para el lago Murtaugh y el embalse Salmon Falls Creek.



October

 

10-25-2022

It’s Quitting Time! SCPHD Offering Free Tobacco Cessation Classes.

¡Es hora de dejar de fumar! SCPHD ofrece clases gratuitas para dejar de fumar!


10-19-2022

Empty your medicine cabinet! National Prescription Drug Take Back Day offers safe places to dispose of unused and old medication.

¡Vacía tu botiquín!Día nacional de devolución de medicamentos recetados ofrece lugares seguros para desechar medicamentos viejos y sin usar.


September

 

9-26-2022

Health Advisory Issued for Harmful Algal Bloom at Murtaugh Lake.

Alerta de Salud Para los Lago Murtaugh Debido a la Confirmación de Proliferaciones de Algas Nocivas.


9-9-2022

Public health district is now offering updated COVID-19 boosters in all offices and clinics.

El distrito de salud pública ahora ofrece servicios actualizados Refuerzos COVID-19 en todas las oficinas y clínicas.


9-6-2022

Health Advisory Issued for Harmful Algal Bloom at Salmon Falls Creek Reservoir.

Alerta de Salud Para los Reservorios de Salmon Falls Debido a la Confirmación de Proliferaciones de Algas Nocivas.



August

 

8-22-2022

Mosquito Carrying West Nile Virus Found in Twin Falls County.

Mosquito portador del virus del Nilo Occidental encontrado en el condado de Twin Falls.


8-18-2022

Health District encourages precautions after rabid bat discovered in Blaine County.

El Distrito de Salud alienta las precauciones después de que se descubrió un murciélago rabioso en el condado de Blaine.


8-16-2022

Monkeypox cases increase in Idaho. Public health asks residents to take precautions to prevent infection.

Los casos de la viruela del mono aumentan en Idaho. Salud pública pide a los residentes que tomen precauciones para prevenir contagios.


8-8-2022

Health Officials remind families to get vaccinations now to avoid the back-to-school rush.


8-8-2022

This National Breastfeeding Month, support parents who are nursing their new babies.

El Mes Nacional de la Lactancia Materna, apoye a los padres que están amamantando a sus nuevos bebés.


April

 

June

 

6-28-2022

COVID-19 vaccine appointments available for children six months and older. Cases increasing across the region.

Citas para la vacuna contra el COVID-19 disponibles para niños de seis meses en adelante. Casos en aumento en toda la región.


April

 

4-25-2022

Children’s vaccine rates declined during the pandemic. Health officials remind families to catch up vaccinations before summer vacation and travel begins.

Las proporciones de vacunación de los niños disminuyeron durante la pandemia. Los funcionarios de salud recuerdan a las familias que se pongan al día con las vacunas antes de que comiencen las vacaciones de verano y los viajes.

4-21-2022

Drug Take Back Day.

Día Nacional de devolución de Medicamentos Recetados se llevó a cabo el 30 de Abril en 4 ubicaciones en el Valle Mágico.


March

 

3-1-2022

Nominate Your “Health Hero” For A Regional Award.

Nomine a su "Héroe de la Salud" para un premio regional.


February

 

2-14-2022

Valentine’s Day kicks off National Condom Week.

El Día de San Valentín da inicio a la Semana Nacional del Condón.

2-01-2022

COVID-19 testing positivity rate hits record levels in south central Idaho.
Case rates are climbing faster than ever seen before. Public Health ends universal case investigations, focuses remaining investigations on high-risk residents.


Los números de positividad de las pruebas de COVID-19 alcanza niveles récord en el Centro Sur de Idaho.
Los números de casos están aumentando más rápido que nunca antes. Salud Pública finaliza las investigaciones de casos universales, enfoca las investigaciones restantes en residentes de alto riesgo.


January

 

1-06-2022

Health Advisory Lifted for Magic and Salmon Falls Creek Reservoirs.

Se levantó el aviso de salud para las reservas de agua del Magic y Salmon Falls Creek.


2021 Press Releases



December

 

12-27-2021

Gooding County man is Idaho’s first influenza-related death of the season.

Un hombre del condado de Gooding es la primera muerte de la temporada relacionada con la influenza en Idaho.



November

 

11-08-2021

COVID-19 vaccine appointments for children 5-11 open in south central Idaho, as record COVID-19 case numbers are recorded in children.

Se abren citas para la vacuna contra el COVID-19 para niños de 5 a 11 años en el centro sur de Idaho, ya que se registra un número récord de casos de COVID-19 en niños.



October

 

10-15-2021

Empty Your Medicine Cabinet Drop off unused prescriptions on National Drug Take Back Day.

Vacíe Su Gabinete de Medicamentos En el Día de Recuperación de Medicamentos Traiga los Medicamentos prescritos que no haya usado.

10-01-2021

COVID-19 cases in children more than tripled in the start of this school year compared to last. Public Health urges residents to take precautions in school and social settings.

En comparación con el inicio de la escuela el año pasado, hoy los casos de COVID-19 en niños(as) se ha triplicado. El Departamento de Salud Pública pide tomar precausiones en las escuelas y en los lugares sociales.


September

 

9-23-2021

COVID-19 case investigators ask residents to help report details of their illness, as a rapidly increasing case rate overwhelms public health efforts.

Investigadores de casos de COVID-19 le piden a los residentes reportar detalles de su enfermedad debido a que el rápido crecimiento de casos sobrepasa los esfuerzos de la salud pública.


August

 

8-11-2021

West Nile Virus Found in Gooding and Twin Falls Counties.

Se encontró el Virus West Nile en los Condados de Gooding y Twin Falls.

8-9-2021

Health Advisory Issued for Magic and Salmon Falls Reservoirs Because of Confirmed Harmful Algal Blooms.

Alerta de Salud Para los Reservorios de Magic y Salmon Falls Debido a la Confirmación de Proliferaciones de Algas Nocivas


July

 

7-20-2021

Health District urges residents to take precautions after rabid bat discovered in Blaine County.

El Distrito de Salud le urge a los residentes tomar precausiones después que se encontró un murciélago portador del virus de la rabia en el Condado de Blaine.

7-15-2021

COVID-19 Delta Variant Identified in South Central Idaho, COVID-19 Cases on the Rise.

Variante Delta COVID-19 Identificada en el Sur Centro de Idaho. Aumento en los casos de COVID-19.


June

 

6-25-2021

Public Health Issues Excessive Heat Advisory for South Central Idaho.

Salud Pública Emite un Aviso de Calor Excesivo en el Sur-Centro de Idaho.


May

 

5-25-2021

Local Lakes Tested for Harmful Algal Blooms After Dogs Became Sick.

Lagos locales Examinados para la Proliferación de Algas Nocivas Después que Perros se Enferman.


April

 

4-23-2021

Empty Your Medicine Cabinet. Drop off unused prescriptions on National Drug Take Back Day.

Vacíe Su Gabinete de Medicamentos. En el Día de Recuperación de Medicamentos Traiga los Medicamentos prescritos que no haya usado.

4-13-2021

Coronavirus Variants Identified in Twin Falls County, COVID-19 cases on the rise .

Variantes del Corona Virus Identificadas en el Condado de Twin Falls, Casos de COVID-19 en aumento.

4-2-2021

First Coronavirus Variants Identified in South Central Idaho.

Primera Variante del Corona Virus Identificada en el Sur Centro de Idaho.


March

 

3-31-2021

South Central Public Health District opens vaccine to anyone 16 and older in the region, effective immediately.

El Distrito de Salud Pública del Sur Centro Abre la Vacunación para personas de 16 años de edad y mayores de 16 años en toda la región, ésto es efectivo de manera inmediata.


3-22-2021

Local Providers Partner to Bring COVID-19 Vaccine Doses to Homebound Residents.

Proveedores Locales se Unen Para Proveer Dosis de la Vacuna COVID-19 a Residentes que están Confinados en sus Casas.


3-10-2021

People 55 and older, with qualifying medical conditions, encouraged to begin planning for a priority COVID-19 vaccine.

Se le pide a las personas de 55 años de edad y mayores de 55 con condiciones médicas calificadas, que comiencen a planear para una vacuna de COVID-19 de prioridad.


3-8-2021

Twin Falls Area Chamber of Commerce, South Central Public Health District And St. Luke's to Host Virtual Town Hall on COVID-19 Vaccines.

La Cámara de Comercio de Twin Falls, Distrito de salud pública Central Sur y San Lucas organizará un municipio virtual sobre las vacunas contra el Covid-19.


3-5-2021

Vaccine priority subgroup 2.3 start date scheduled in South Central Idaho.

Prioridad de Vacuna sub-grupo 2.3. Fecha de inicio en el Sur Centro de Idaho.



January

 

1-27-2021

COVID-19 Vaccines appointments opening for residents 65 years and older.

Vacuna COVID-19 Apertura de citas para residentes de 65 y mayores de 65 años de edad.


2020 Press Releases



December

 

12-22-2020

COVID-19 Update from Hospitals and Health District.

ACTUALIZACIÓN DE COVID-19 DEL DISTRITO DE SALUD Y HOSPITALES.

12-14-2020

Vaccine Distribution in South Central Idaho.

Distribución de vacunas en el Centro Sur de Idaho.

12-10-2020

COVID-19 Related Deaths More Than Doubled in November Compared to October.

Las muertes relacionadas con COVID-19 se duplicaron con creces en Noviembre en comparación con Octubre.

November

 

11-17-2020

Health Advisory Lifted For Mormon Reservoir, Cedar Creek Reservoir and Thorn Creek Reservoir.

11-06-2020

Case surges overwhelm public health efforts across Idaho.


October

 

10-27-2020

Public Health confirms first deaths in Lincoln County related to COVID-19.

10-15-2020

Weekly review of COVID-19 data shows case trends, positivity rates, and hospital impact headed toward critical risk levels in three counties.

10-06-2020

COVID-19 related death confirmed in a person under the age of 30.


September

 

9-29-2020

COVID-19 cases doubled in south central Idaho over last four weeks. New record high number of cases reported in a single day.

9-25-2020

West Nile Virus Found in Gooding County. Health Officials Urge Residents to Take Precautions.

9-15-2020

First confirmed cases of MIS-C associated with COVID-19 case in South Central Health District.

9-14-2020

Community spread of COVID-19 detected in Camas County.


August

 

8-24-2020

Health Advisory Issued for Mormon Reservoir Because of a Harmful Algal Bloom.

8-13-2020

Health District Releases Risk Assessment for Local Counties.

8-11-2020

Health Advisory Issued for Cedar Creek Reservoir and Thorn Creek Reservoir Because of a Harmful Algal Bloom.

8-5-2020

Public Health Board Approves Risk Category Guidelines for Region.
Regional Risk Level Plan.

8-3-2020

During National Breastfeeding Month, Public Health Officials Urge Parents to Continue to Make Breastfeeding a Priority.

July

 

7-21-2020

Public Health confirms first death in Minidoka County related to COVID-19.

Salud Pública confirma la primera muerte en el Condado de Minidoka relacionada con COVID-19.

7-14-2020

Health Officials see an increase in COVID-19 cases contracted in public areas.

7-14-2020

SCPHD announces date for “Health Hero” award ceremony and the nomination deadline.

SCPHD anuncia la fecha de la ceremonia para el premio "Héroe de la Salud" y la fecha límite de nominación.

7-1-2020

Health District urges residents to take precautions after rabid bat was discovered in Twin Falls County.

El Distrito de Salud insta a los residentes a tomar precauciones después de que se descubrió un murciélago rabioso en el condado de Twin Falls.


June

 

6-18-2020

Data show young adults have the highest percentage of COVID-19 infections in this region.

Los datos muestran que los jóvenes tienen el mayor porcentaje de infecciones de COVID-19 en esta región.

6-8-2020

Community spread of COVID-19 detected in Lincoln County.

Propagación comunitaria de COVID-19 detectada en el Condado de Lincoln.

6-2-2020

Community spread of COVID-19 detected in Gooding County.

Propagación comunitaria de COVID-19 detectada en el Condado de Gooding.


May

 

5-26-2020

Newly Released Data Shows Ethnicity Breakdown Among Confirmed and Probable Cases.

Propagación comunitaria de COVID-19 detectada en el Condado de Gooding.

5-26-2020

Community spread of COVID-19 detected in Cassia County.

Propagación comunitaria de COVID-19 detectada en el Condado de Cassia.

5-22-2020

Jump in Confirmed Cases in Local Food Processing Plant.

Saltar en casos confirmados en comida local Planta procesadora.

5-15-2020

Health Officials Urge Residents to Continue to Protect Their Health as Case Numbers Rise in Twin Falls County.

Los funcionarios de salud urgen a los residentes que continúen protegiendo su salud mientras los números de casos aumentan en el condado de Twin Falls.

5-15-2020

Community spread of COVID-19 detected in Minidoka County.

Propagación comunitaria de COVID-19 detectada en el condado de Minidoka.


April

 

4-27-2020

SCPHD extends “Health Hero” nominations and introduces New “Community Hero” spotlight during COVID-19 pandemic.

4-16-2020

Community spread of COVID-19 detected in Jerome County.

4-8-2020

Public Health confirms first death in Jerome County related to COVID-19.

4-3-2020

Public Health confirms first death in Twin Falls County related to COVID-19.

4-2-2020

Community spread of COVID-19 detected in Twin Falls County, SCPHD announces changes to investigation process.

4-1-2020

First case of novel coronavirus reported in Gooding County.


March

 

3-31-2020

First case of novel coronavirus reported in Camas County.

3-30-2020

Public Health confirms first death in Cassia County related to COVID-19.

3-30-2020

First case of novel coronavirus reported in Minidoka County.

3-30-2020

First case of novel coronavirus reported in Jerome County .

3-30-2020

Personal protective equipment donations needed to assist with coronavirus response.

3-27-2020

First case of novel coronavirus reported in Lincoln County.

3-26-2020

Idaho reports 3 deaths related to COVID-19.

3-23-2020

South Central Public Health District changes WIC appointments.

3-23-2020

First case of novel coronavirus reported in Cassia County.

3-19-2020

Community spread of COVID-19 detected in south central Idaho, associated with already-confirmed case.

3-18-2020

Two more cases of novel coronavirus reported in south central Idaho, including the first case in Twin Falls County.

3-17-2020

Third case of novel coronavirus reported in south central Idaho.

3-14-2020

Idaho reports three additional cases of COVID-19 in the state, for a total of 5.

3-14-2020

Second case of novel coronavirus reported in Idaho, first case in south central Idaho

3-13-2020

First case of novel coronavirus in Idaho has been confirmed.

3-09-2020

Nominate Your “Health Hero” For A Regional Award!

3-06-2020

Public Health launches hotline for questions about COVID-19.

3-06-2020

Public Health and Jerome County work together to prepare for COVID-19.



February

 

2-21-2020

South Central Public Health Continues to Monitor COVID-19.


2019 Press Releases



October

 

10-21-2019

Health Advisory Lifted For Salmon Falls Creek Reservoir.

10-16-2019

Health Officials Urge Residents to Prepare for Cold Temperatures with a Flu Shot.

10-3-2019

Health Advisory Lifted For Magic Reservoir.


September

 

9-20-2019

It’s Quitting Time! SCPHD Offering Free Tobacco Cessation Class in Gooding.

9-18-2019

Health Workers and Emergency Responders Train for Disease Outbreaks In Ebola Response Workshop.

9-9-2019

When in doubt, throw it out! Untested canning methods can lead to foodborne illness.

9-5-2019

It’s Quitting Time! SCPHD Offering Free Tobacco Cessation Classes in Blaine County.

9-1-2019

Are you ready? Disasters happen. Make sure you are ready to protect your family.


August

 

8-23-2019

Health Advisory Issued for Thorn Creek Reservoir Because of a Harmful Algal Bloom

8-9-2019

Health Advisory Issued for Magic Reservoir Because of a Harmful Algal Bloom

8-1-2019

Make Vaccinations a Priority: Update Your Family’s Vaccine Records Before Your Kids Head Back to School


July

 

7-31-2019

Let’s Celebrate Moms! August Is National Breastfeeding Month.

7-26-2019

West Nile Virus Found in Gooding County. Health Officials Urge Residents to Protect Against Mosquito Bites.

7-25-2019

Health Advisory Issued for Mormon Reservoir Because of a Harmful Algal Bloom

7-23-2019

Health District urges residents to take precautions after rabid bat was discovered in downtown Twin Falls

7-22-2019

Health District urges South Central Idaho residents to seek shade and shelter as temperatures rise

7-8-2019

Testing Reveals New Harmful Algal Bloom, Health Advisory Issued for Salmon Falls Creek Reservoir


June

 

6-26-2019

Mosquito Carrying West Nile Virus Found in Twin Falls County


May

 

5-23-2019

Health District Ends Investigation Into Gooding Group Exposed To Measles Virus

5-09-2019

Health District Investigating Group Exposed To Measles While Traveling Out of State


April


4-22-2019

South Central Public Health District Announces DEA National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day.

4-19-2019

Public Health Begins Emergency Exercise in Jerome, Idaho.

4-15-2019

Millions of middle and high school students are now vaping. Are your kids? It’s time to have the vaping talk. Free classes for adults in South Central Idaho.

4-8-2019

Health officials warn of Hepatitis A outbreak in southern Idaho.

4-3-2019

Idaho WIC Receives Organization of the Year Award.

4-1-2019

Health officials remind families to get their vaccinations before summer vacations begin.


March

 

3-25-2019

It’s Quitting Time! SCPHD Offering Free Tobacco Cessation Classes

3-06-2019

Free workshop planned for well owners

3-04-2019

South Central Public Health District Calls for "Health Heroes" Nominations

3-01-2019

Bridging the Gap Dinner: Get Help Talking To Your Kids about Sex


February

 

2-28-2019

Bridging the Gap Dinner: Get Help Talking To Your Kids About Sex

2-22-2019

Free Workshop Planned for Well Owners

2-21-2019

Public Health Nurse Is Back Home after Helping to Fight Measles Outbreak in Washington

2-15-2019

Public Health Is Teaming Up With Local Hospitals and Emergency Services in an Emergency Preparedness Exercise

2-14-2019

Valentine's Day Kicks Off National Condom Week

2-11-2019

Save your Sweetheart: Learn CPR and First-Aid Skills on Valentine's Day

2-07-2019

Not worth the risk: Prescription drug abuse and vaping information panel offered in Magic Valley

2-06-2019

Millions of middle and high school students are now vaping. Are your kids? It’s time to have the vaping talk. Free class for adults in Wood River Valley.


January

 

1-24-2019

Public Health Opens New Mobile Clinics for WIC clients

1-22-2019

Influenza Is Now Widespread In the United States, What the Public Needs To Know.



2018 Press Releases


December

 

12-14-2018

Whooping Cough outbreak in Blaine County School District.

12-13-2018

Health Advisory Lifted For Mormon Reservoir.

12-04-2018

Millions of middle and high school students are now vaping. Are your kids? It’s time to have the vaping talk. Free classes for adults in Magic Valley.

November

 

11-20-2018

Food Safety Alert: Outbreak of E. coli Infections Linked to Romaine Lettuce.

11-19-2018

As a turkey salmonella outbreak continues to sicken Americans, SCPHD reminds residents to use proper cooking techniques this Holiday Season.

11-15-2018

Vaping Increased Nearly 80 Percent Among High School Students Since Last Year, nearly 50 Percent Among Middle School Students

11-14-2018

Great American Smokeout Encourages Smokers to Quit for Good

11-09-2018

A northern Idaho woman older than 50 is Idaho’s first flu-related death this season

October

 

10-24-2018

Don't Be An Accidental Dealer, Drop-Off Unused Prescription Drugs At National Drug Take-Back Day

10-16-2018

Health Workers and Emergency Responders Train For Outbreak in Ebola Response Workshop

10-10-2018

Health Advisory Lifted For Salmon Falls Creek Reservoir

10-09-2018

Food Safety Alert: Outbreak of Salmonella Infections Linked To Ground Beef

September

 

9-12-2018

FDA calls teen use of e-cigarettes an “epidemic”

August

 

8-30-2018

Steep increase in STD cases across the U.S.

8-24-2018

Health District urges residents to take precautions after rabid bat discovery

8-22-2018

First confirmed human case of West Nile virus found in Lincoln County

8-20-2018

EPA cleaning asbestos site in Burley, Idaho

8-15-2018

When in doubt, throw it out! Health Officials remind Magic Valley improper canning methods can lead to foodborne illness

8-1-2018

Health Officials remind families to get their vaccinations now to avoid the back-to-school rush

July

 

7-27-2018

Health Officials urge Magic Valley residents to take steps to stay cool as temperatures rise

7-27-2018

Health Advisory Issued For Mormon Reservoir and Salmon Falls Creek Reservoir Because of Harmful Algal Bloom

7-24-2018

It’s Quitting Time! SCPHD Offering Free Tobacco Cessation Classes

7-19-2018

Volunteers wanted for citizen panel assisting the foster care program

7-18-2018

West Nile mosquitoes found in Magic Valley

June

No June Press Releases

May

 

5-16-2018

South Central Public Health District Health Heroes Awards

April

No April Press Releases

March

 

3-6-2018

South Central Public Health District Calls for “Health Heroes” Nominations

February

 

2-28-2018

It’s Quitting Time! SCPHD Offering Free Tobacco Cessation Classes

January

No January Press Releases



2017 Press Releases


December

12-26-2017

South Central Public Health District Reports First Influenza related death in district

12-21-2017

It’s Quitting Time! SCPHD Offering Free Tobacco Cessation Classes

12-07-2017

Health advisories lifted for Mormon Reservoir and Thorn Creek Reservoir

November

No November Press Releases

October

10-25-2017

South Central Public Health District Announces Hiring of Executive Director

10-23-2017

It’s Quitting Time! SCPHD Offering Free Tobacco Cessation Classes

September

No September Press Releases

August

08.04.2017

West Nile Virus Update for the Magic Valley

July

07.27.2017

West Nile Virus Positive Pools Found In Gooding County- Public Health Urges Caution

07.26.2017

South Central Public Health District has confirmed Hazardous Algae Blooms (HAB) at Thorn Creek Reservoir

07.05.2017

Offices of SCPHD Closed on Friday, July 7 for Staff Training

June

06.30.2017

South Central Public Health District Calls for “Health Heroes” Nominations

06.27.2017

It’s Quitting Time! SCPHD Offering Free Tobacco Cessation Classes

06.23.2017

The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality and South Central Public Health District issue a health advisory for Mormon Reservoir

06.22.2017

Upcoming Solar Eclipse Workshop in Twin Falls County

06.21.2017

South Central Public Health District Update

06.02.2017

South Central Public Health District continues to advise on health and safety hazards associated with flooding.

May

05.12.2017

South Central Public Health District advises on potential problems associated with flooding.

05.01.2017

It’s Quitting Time! SCPHD Offering Free Tobacco Cessation Classes

April

04.07.2017

SCPHD Offering “Bridging the Gap” Dinner for Parents

04.06.2017

Fit and Fall Proof™ Program to Begin Another Session at Pomerelle Place in Burley

March

03.16.2017

It’s Quitting Time! SCPHD Offering Free Tobacco Cessation Classes

03.08.2017

Joint Media Release: Lincoln County and South Central Public Health District make plans to retest sixteen wells within the Lincoln County Advisory Zone

03.03.2017

Joint Media Release Regarding Flooding and Possible Well Contamination in Gooding and Lincoln Counties.

February

02.28.2017

Frequently Asked Questions For Residents of Lincoln and Gooding Counties. Joint agency media release from Gooding and Lincoln counties as well as the SCPHD and IDEQ.

02.22.2017

South Central Public Health District advises Lincoln and Gooding county residents to avoid the use of untreated well water.

02.09.2017

South Central Public Health District wants the public to be aware of potential problems associated with localized flooding.

02.02.2017

South Central Public Health District Reports a Significant Increase in Influenza

January

01.26.2017

Fit and Fall Proof™ Program to Resume Classes at Pomerelle Place in Burley