Maricopa County Public Health

19/12/2025

More than 20 organizations gathered at our annual Jingle and Mingle December 11th to share prevention strategies, successes, and challenges for 2025. The event fostered collaboration and celebrated the impactful work happening across the valley.

Let’s keep working together to strengthen prevention efforts in our community. Learn more at Maricopa.gov/substanceuse

19/12/2025

We are about one month away from the Open Enrollment deadline.

If you need health coverage for 2026, now is a good time to review your options.

✔️ Enrollment closes Jan 15
✔️ Different plan options available
✔️ Speak to an expert who can help you compare options

Visit www.coveraz.org to compare and enroll.

18/12/2025

17/12/2025

It’s OK not to feel merry and bright. This season can amplify feelings of loneliness and grief. These emotions are more common than many realize, and reaching out for support is an important step. Connect with the for confidential support. 988Lifeline.org

17/12/2025

Most fireworks only last a few seconds, but PM2.5 (smoke) can linger in the air for days or even weeks and pose a serious health risk. Protect your loved ones and neighbors by celebrating the holidays this year without fireworks.

17/12/2025

16/12/2025

For some, the holiday season and celebrations can trigger unwanted emotions or behaviors. Help is available, if you or someone in your life is struggling with the use of substances, including alcohol, and would like support with recovery: samhsa.gov/find-help

16/12/2025

There’s still time to plan ahead. Advance directives help ensure your healthcare wishes are honored, and completing them is easier than many people think. Join us in Goodyear on December 16 for a free session on what these documents are, why they matter, and how to store them with the Arizona Healthcare Directives Registry.

📅 December 16 | 6–7 PM
📍 Georgia T. Lord Library, 1900 N. Civic Square, Goodyear

Register: https://evanced.mcldaz.org/evanced/lib/eventsignup.asp?ID=162450

15/12/2025

We’ve updated our Substance Use page with a fresh new look and expanded content! Check out the latest resources, data, and stories highlighting the incredible work our community partners are doing every day to fight the opioid epidemic in Maricopa County.

12/12/2025

🎆 Fireworks are breathtaking… but so is the damage they do to your lungs. On January 1, 2025, the Phoenix area recorded the worst air quality in the nation due to consumer fireworks. Make an informed choice about how to celebrate this holiday season at azmag.gov/fireworks

📸 Image: ADOT camera on 01/01/2025.

12/12/2025

Need funding to build or upgrade a lactation room at your worksite?

Grants up to $3,000 are available now.

Apply by January 5, 2026 at bit.ly/lactationgrant2026.