ARIZONA

Arizona Health News

For readers in Arizona, this page covers medical research, wellness practices, public health guidance, hospital programs and insurance changes. Reporting follows the institutions, regulatory bodies and personal decisions that shape care across the state.


Substance Abuse

Live Poll

Do you think young adults in your area are drinking less than they used to?

Substance Abuse

Arizona Sees Largest Drop in Young Adult Drinking

Federal survey estimates show past-month alcohol use among Arizonans ages 18-25 fell sharply between 2021-22 and 2023-24.

Arizona Sees Largest Drop in Young Adult Drinking

Diseases

Asthma

Prescribed Burn to Start Near Mingus Mountain

The Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management begins a multi-day pile burn about 10 miles east of Prescott on Tuesday.


Mental Health

Live Poll

Is the quality of maternal mental health care in your community getting better or worse?

Mental Health

Arizona Received C Grade in Maternal Mental Health Report

The state lacks sufficient specialized care for pregnant and postpartum individuals, according to a national assessment.

Arizona Received C Grade in Maternal Mental Health Report

Weight Loss

Weight Loss

Arizona TOPS Names Bill Molzan State King

Bill Molzan earns the title of Arizona King after losing 40.2 pounds through the nonprofit program.

Arizona TOPS Names Bill Molzan State King

Senior Health

Live Poll

Do you trust artificial intelligence to make fair decisions about your access to medical care?

Senior Health

Arizona Tested Medicare AI Authorization Pilot Program

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services utilized artificial intelligence to manage medical service approvals.

Arizona Tested Medicare AI Authorization Pilot Program

Reporting here centers on hospital system developments, public health warnings, medical research breakthroughs and changes to insurance coverage. It reaches from the capital to the rural counties throughout the state. Public health policy and the regional infrastructure for care delivery are frequent topics of note. Emerging wellness trends and the accessibility of new treatments remain the primary factors influencing local coverage.