August 23, 2026

HEALTH

HEALTH

February is National Heart Month

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This is a good time to remind everyone to take care of their heart and consider their risk factors for cardiovascular disease. It’s also the perfect time to take training from the American Red Cross on how to perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and how to use an Automated External
ARIZONA COVID-19 HEALTH

New Vaccination Center on the University of Arizona Campus with 6,000 vaccines daily 24 hours a day

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Governor Doug Ducey and the Arizona Department of Health Services today announced a partnership with the University of Arizona and the Pima County Health Department to operate a state vaccination site on the university’s mall area on central Tucson campus. “Our state vaccination sites at State Farm Stadium and Phoenix Municipal Stadium have been instrumental […]
COVID-19 HEALTH

COVID-19 vaccination Help Line expands hours, staff

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PIMA COUNTY, Jan. 25, 2021 – Pima County is expanding hours and staffing for its help line for COVID-19 vaccination registration. Starting Tuesday, Jan. 26, the new hours will be 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., seven days a week, at 520-222-0119. Please update any charts/graphics that include this phone number. The previous hours were 8:30 […]
COVID-19 HEALTH

What to Expect after Getting a COVID-19 Vaccine

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COVID-19 vaccination will help protect you from getting COVID-19. You may have some side effects, which are normal signs that your body is building protection. These side effects may affect your ability to do daily activities, but they should go away in a few days. Common side effects On the arm where you got the […]
COVID-19 HEALTH

Improving Ventilation in Your Home

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Staying home with only members of your household is the best way to keep SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19) particles out of your home. However, if a visitor needs to be in your home, improving ventilation (air flow) can help prevent virus particles from accumulating in the air in your home. Good ventilation, along […]
COVID-19 HEALTH

Downtown COVID Testing Center Update

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Starting Monday, Jan. 11, the Downtown Tucson COVID-19 Testing Center will relocate to the northwest corner of 12th Street and 6th Avenue behind the Tucson Electric Power headquarters. Free testing is available for anybody five years of age or older every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday (excluding holidays) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Those seeking […]
COVID-19 HEALTH

Pima County to expand COVID-19 vaccination sites

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The rate of COVID-19 vaccines is ready to rise in Pima County. The County, according to data tracked daily by the Arizona Department of Health Services,(https://www.azdhs.gov/documents/preparedness/epidemiology-disease-control/infectious-disease-epidemiology/novel-coronavirus/vaccine-phases.pdf ) already has been leading the state in vaccination rate.  But,
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Using Gyms, Fitness Centers, or Dance Studios

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Exercise is important for physical and mental health and should be continued for healthy living, especially during the coronavirus crisis. However, you should take precautions to make you less likely to get or spread COVID-19. Keep at least 6 feet away from other people; select a facility that requires all staff and attendees to wear […]

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