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Department of Health and Welfare - By the Numbers
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Health advisory issued for west side of American Falls Reservoir
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is issuing a health advisory for the West side of American Falls Reservoir, between the boat dock and Fairview, Idaho, urging caution when recreating in or near the water.
DHW works closely with...
Health advisory issued for Cedar Creek Reservoir near Twin Falls
The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is issuing a health advisory for Cedar Creek Reservoir, urging caution when recreating in or near the water. Cedar Creek Reservoir is 30 miles southwest of Twin Falls along Three Creek Road...
Health advisory issued for west side of Henry’s Lake
The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) is issuing a health advisory for the west side of Henry's Lake near Island Park, urging caution when recreating in or near the water.
DHW works closely with Eastern Idaho Public Health and the Idaho...