Health + Medicine
Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport has dropped its mask requirement for customers and employees.
Apr. 19, 2022
Palliative care options have increased significantly in recent years, but some in Arizona are advocating for the state to legalize medical aid in dying. One of them is retired physician Tom Fitch, who is a member of the leadership team of Arizona End-of-Life Options.
Apr. 18, 2022
Employers across almost all job sectors are struggling to find and keep workers. Health care is another area that is desperately trying to fill positions.
Apr. 15, 2022
One of the most prevalent, stubborn and dangerous health-care-associated infections, C. diff (Clostridioides difficile), is linked mainly to hospitals. But new evidence suggests patients — even those without symptoms — might spread the bug in their homes.
Apr. 15, 2022
Although Gov. Doug Ducey ended the state of emergency for COVID-19 in Arizona a couple weeks ago, the federal government has extended its emergency declaration until July.
Apr. 15, 2022
Jake Martin, president of Survivor Shield, responds to new abortion bans that do not provide exceptions for rape or incest. Survivor Shield is a nonprofit dedicated to destigmatizing victims of sexual assault. Martin says such bans are beyond detrimental to survivors of sexual assault.
Apr. 14, 2022
After long delaying COVID-19 vaccinations for most minors, the Mexican government says children under 15 will now be eligible for the jab.
Apr. 14, 2022
Gov. Doug Ducey signed a bill into law on Wednesday that would allow for some exceptions on prescription limits for opioids. While opioids are limited to 90 milligrams of morphine or an equivalent, some patients may get exceptions if that dose does not relieve pain.
Apr. 14, 2022
The second COVID-19 booster shot is available for those who are 50 or older or have underlying health problems, but many are left wondering if they should get it.
Apr. 12, 2022
Many older Arizonans on Medicare are struggling to pay for prescription drugs. Sen. Mark Kelly heard testimony on Tuesday from aging and medical advocates about the challenges facing older adults with complex medical conditions.
Apr. 12, 2022
Consumers in Maricopa and Pinal counties are paying an average of 10.9% more than a year ago, according to the Consumer Price Index.
Apr. 12, 2022
The Arizona Board of Regents is putting $4.5 million toward Valley fever research over the next three years. Valley fever is caused by a fungus found in desert soils, but not much is known about how the fungus grows and spreads.
Apr. 11, 2022
As temperatures continue to rise in Arizona, more people will be spending time indoors to escape the heat. Dr. Shad Marvasti with the University of Arizona says this may lead to an increase in COVID-19 cases.
Apr. 10, 2022
As of last week, health department data showed there were fewer COVID-19 patients in Arizona’s inpatient beds and ICU beds than at any point in two years, but this week, those numbers weren’t updated. The state health department is making some changes to the way it tracks the pandemic.
Apr. 8, 2022
COVID-19 has some Phoenix leaders pushing for a new public health adviser position. At the height of lockdowns and high community spread, Phoenix hired a public health consultant to provide guidance and review city policies.
Apr. 7, 2022
The Arizona School Counselors Association says because of the pandemic, mental illness in students is becoming more common.
Apr. 6, 2022
Masks are coming off and social distancing has gone mostly by the wayside, which means some people are starting to get the sniffles.
Apr. 6, 2022
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says it will terminate Title 42 in May. As the May 23 end date gets closer, community groups along the border are preparing for the change.
Apr. 5, 2022
Longtime Pima County Administrator Chuck Huckleberry is resigning more than five months after he was seriously injured while riding his bicycle in downtown Tucson.
Apr. 4, 2022
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey this week signed a bill to outlaw abortions in the state after 15 weeks gestation, except in some medical emergencies. But the law hinges on a pending decision from the U.S. Supreme Court.
Mar. 31, 2022
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