Stephen Gugliociello
Banner Health facilities in Arizona restrict visitors due to flu concerns
Seasonal visitor restrictions are now in effect at Banner Health facilities due to the increased risk of flu and respiratory virus concerns.5 days ago
Balin Overstolz McNair
Valley-based health care provider uses tech to boost quality of care
Valley-based health-care provider HonorHealth is using technology to lighten the burden on staff at one hospital.6 days ago
KTAR.com
Tempe starts testing wastewater for common viruses, including influenza
Tempe has begun testing its wastewater for common viruses, such as influenza, and vector-borne diseases.10 days ago
Heidi Hommel
Arizona Gov. Hobbs signs abortion rights petition, reaffirms desire for more access
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs wants to see abortion rights enshrined in the state constitution, but took a ceremonial step Tuesday in making sure the issue was on the ballot next year.11 days ago
KTAR.com
Arizona suing pharmacy benefit managers, manufacturers over increased insulin prices
Arizona is suing multiple pharmacy benefit managers and manufacturers, accusing them of raising insulin prices as a result of rebate schemes.12 days ago
Balin Overstolz McNair
Arizona DHS offers details on marijuana recall process over Aspergillus concerns
There’s currently an ongoing voluntary recall for certain marijuana products sold in Arizona dispensaries due to possible contamination.13 days ago
David Veenstra
Arizona’s infant mortality rate increased by 11% last year
Arizona's infant mortality rate increased by 11% compared to the previous year. That pushed the state’s infant mortality rate above the national average.13 days ago
Associated Press
Salmonella infections double, prompting FDA to expand cantaloupe recall
U.S. health officials recalled more brands of cantaloupes Friday as the number of people sickened by salmonella more than doubled this week.15 days ago
Kevin Stone
April opening set for new Valleywise Health hospital in Phoenix as work nears completion
Nearly four years after groundbreaking, construction on Valleywise Health’s new flagship hospital in Phoenix is nearly finished.19 days ago
Balin Overstolz McNair
Changing of seasons linked to mental health challenges in Arizona
Seasonal affective disorder is a rising mental health concern as the days become shorter this time of year, even in sunny Arizona.20 days ago
SuElen Rivera
Abrazo Arrowhead Campus in Glendale unveils $14M neonatal intensive care unit expansion
A $14 million expansion of the neonatal intensive care unit at Abrazo Arrowhead Campus in Glendale was unveiled last week.20 days ago
Brandon Gray
Yuma County reports first pediatric flu death in Arizona this season
Yuma County reported the state's first pediatric influenza death of the 2023-2024 season, state health officials announced Monday.26 days ago
Balin Overstolz McNair
Valley researchers find link between pollution and Parkinson’s disease
A recent national study from Valley-based Barrow Neurological Institute found a link between pollution and Parkinson's disease.27 days ago
Colton Krolak
Phoenix Children’s opening new multi-specialty clinic in Glendale
After breaking ground two years ago today, Phoenix Children’s Specialty Care, Arrowhead Campus, will open to the public next Wednesday, in Glendale.1 month ago
Balin Overstolz McNair
As COVID-19 boosters lag in Arizona, health agency urges getting the shot
Nearly 4% of Arizonans have gotten the latest COVID-19 vaccine booster since the new boosters became available in September.1 month ago
KTAR.com
University of Arizona receives $13.1 million grant to research revitalizing elderly immune systems
The University of Arizona received a $13.1 million grant to continue studies aimed at rejuvenating the immune systems of the elderly.1 month ago
KTAR.com
HonorHealth Research Institute part of consortium developing ways to detect pancreatic cancer earlier
Researchers in Arizona and around the world are collaborating to develop technology that will work to detect pancreatic cancer earlier that what is currently available.1 month ago
Kevin Stone
Blood services provider Vitalant celebrates new Scottsdale office, 80th anniversary
Vitalant, a national blood services provider, had a double celebration this week for its new headquarters in Scottsdale and 80th anniversary.1 month ago
Danny Shapiro
Tempe City Council votes to increase age to buy tobacco from 18 to 21
The Tempe City Council unanimously voted Thursday to increase the purchasing age of tobacco from 18 to 21.1 month ago
Danny Shapiro
Health officials say suspected case negative for rare brain-eating amoeba in Arizona
Health officials said a suspected case of a rare brain-eating amoeba in Arizona turned out to be negative for the infection.2 months ago
KTAR.com
Arizona among states suing Meta, accusing company of harming youth mental health
Arizona is one of more than 40 states suing Meta Platforms Inc. for allegedly harming youth mental health by designing Instagram and Facebook features that make children addicted.2 months ago
Luke Forstner
Optum Rx brings hundreds of jobs to Mesa with new facility
A new pharmacy facility has opened in Mesa, and Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs said it’s another example of businesses choosing to come to the state.2 months ago
KTAR.com
Barrow Neurological Institute in Phoenix gets over $16M to help lead ALS research consortium
Barrow Neurological Institute in Phoenix was awarded over $16 million to help lead a national Lou Gehrig's disease clinical research project.2 months ago
