Every Arkansan deserves to have healthy, affordable food available in their neighborhood. Today’s grants will help us address Arkansas’ food deserts and fight food insecurity, Thank you AR Minority Health !

Today is World Mosquito Day. Mosquitoes kill more people than any other animal. You can protect yourself from mosquito bites, though. Stay safe by using insect repellent when outside and dumping standing water around your home. For more info, visit: cdc.gov/mosquitoes/ind…

It’s important to get your baby’s hearing checked by a healthcare provider to make sure they have quality hearing in the range where speech is understood. To learn more about quality of hearing checks, visit: healthy.arkansas.gov/images/uploads…

Getting the HPV vaccine can prevent cancer. The HPV vaccine protects against infection with the Human Papillomavirus (HPV), which can cause several types of cancer. You can get the vaccine at any of ADH’s local health units. To learn more, visit: healthy.arkansas.gov/programs-servi…

This month marks the 25th anniversary of West Nile virus being first detected in people in the United States. It's now the leading cause of mosquito-borne disease in the country, causing 59,00 infections and 2,900 deaths between 1999 and 2023. Learn more: cdc.gov/west-nile-viru…

School is back in session! Start the new school year with healthy teeth by scheduling your child for a checkup with a dentist. Kids can also receive fluoride varnish at ADH local health units. For more info, please visit: healthy.arkansas.gov/programs-servi…

It's Alzheimer's Awareness Month. Studies have shown that type 2 diabetes can be a risk factor for Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia and other types of dementia. Learn more at: alz.org/media/document…

Perdue Foods LLC has recalled Frozen, Ready-to-Eat Chicken Breast Nugget and Tender Products. For more information, visit: fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts…

Boar’s Head Provisions Co. has recalled Ready-to-Eat Liverwurst and Other Deli Meat Products. For more information, visit fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts….

The ADH Craighead Co. local health unit will close from Sept. 9-13, 2024, for building maintenance. You can contact other county health units for needed services. Those with scheduled appts. will be contacted about rescheduling. For more info on our LHUs: healthy.arkansas.gov/health-units/

The Arkansas Department of Health is pleased to announce that we have launched a new website! Our healthy.arkansas.gov site has been streamlined and is easier to navigate. We hope you’ll take a minute to check it out.

Hammond’s Candies of Denver, CO is recalling 4-ounce bags of Dark Chocolate Filled Mini Waffle Cones because they may contain undeclared milk. For more information, please visit: fda.gov/safety/recalls…

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. There is help. The #988Lifeline provides 24-hour free and confidential help through trained specialists. Get help today by calling or texting 988 or chatting at 988lifeline.org.

September is National Preparedness Month. Natural disasters and emergencies can happen at any time, so it’s important to be prepared. Two important steps are to make a plan and build an emergency kit. For more information, visit: ready.gov/september

September is National Deaf Awareness Month. Children who are deaf or hard of hearing are at risk for delays in learning language. Parents should discuss language development with a pediatrician and request a speech evaluation.  For more info, visit: arhealthyhearing.com

ADH’s Tobacco Prevention and Cessation program has launched a new app to help Arkansas youth quit vaping. Quitting vaping is a journey! Begin your vape-free life by downloading Navig8 at Apple’s App Store or on Google Play.

Did you know that poor oral health, such as gum disease, is linked with Alzheimer's disease? Schedule a check-up with your dentist to see if you’re at risk for gum disease. Learn more at: bit.ly/3ONwTiU #HealthyMouthHealthyAging

It's National Preparedness Month! There are steps you can take to prepare for an emergency. Create a plan, build an emergency kit, stay informed and get involved. Learn more by visiting: cdc.gov/prepare-your-h…

The Association of State and Territorial Health Officials has launched a new career assessment feature to help job seekers gain insight into the possibility of a public health career. Learn more about public health careers and take the assessment at: PublicHealthCareers.org.

Welcoming a new baby comes with many firsts. The most important is the first health checkup! Newborn screening includes 3 key tests: the blood test (heel stick), hearing screening, and pulse oximetry test. Learn more: healthy.arkansas.gov/programs-servi…