AFHP: Gov. Ducey Shows 'Lack Of Concern' For Patient Privacy

Arizona Family Health Partnership is the state’s designated Title X agency.

Here’s How To Protect Yourself Against COVID-19 While Traveling

As one Banner Health expert explains, even fully vaccinated families need to take a few precautions to stay safe on their next vacation.

CVS Health Offering Super Bowl Tickets To Boost Vaccine Rates

CVS Health is giving away everything from free cruises to a VIP trip to Super Bowl LVI to encourage people to get COVID-19 vaccinations.

Ways To Break The Negative Stigma Of Relapse

Relapse is a reality for an estimated 40 to 60 percent of people in recovery according to drugabuse.gov.

AZ Parents: Do You Want Your Young Teens Vaccinated?

Patch wants to know whether you plan on getting your young teens vaccinated now that the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine has expanded EUA.

COVID-19 Vaccines For Teens In AZ: What To Know

A federal panel that advises the CDC has endorsed vaccinating adolescents age 12 to 15 with Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine. Here's what to know.

Health Officials Look To Combat Declining COVID Vaccination Rates

More than 2.5 million Arizonans have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19, but the numbers of people getting the shots are on the decline.

Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Approved For Arizonans 12 And Older

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved COVID-19 vaccinations for those between the age of 12-15. Here's what that means for AZ.

How To Remain Safe From COVID-19 After A Vaccine

From masking up to social distancing, Banner Health shares the many ways people who are fully vaccinated can protect themselves and others.

Arizona Ranked The Best State For Nurses: WalletHub

Arizona has been ranked the best state in America for nurses by WalletHub. See why the Grand Canyon State ranks so highly here.

Arizona Hospital Safety Grades 2021: The Best And The Worst

Safety grades by the nonprofit health care watchdog group Leapfrog show how hospitals in Arizona responded to the coronavirus pandemic.

J&J Vaccine: Feds Lift Recommended Pause In Arizona, Elsewhere

A key federal committee recommended that the U.S. lift the pause of the single-dose COVID-19 vaccine.

Gov. Doug Ducey Bans State 'Vaccine Passports'

Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey issued an executive order banning the government from requiring COVID-19 "vaccine passports" Monday.

AZDHS Recommends Pause Of Johnson & Johnson COVID Vaccine

AZDHS recommends a pause in the use of the vaccine produced by the Johnson and Johnson because of blood-clot concerns. Here's what to know.

Rising Grocery Prices In Arizona Place Strain On Hungry

As National Make Lunch Count Day approaches, trips to the grocery store are getting more expensive, a new USDA report says.

Arizona Allergy Tracker: Bracing For Pollen, Sneezing & Misery

Bless you! It’s a tough time of year for seasonal allergy sufferers. Here’s how to check the allergy forecast in Arizona

Does Arizona Need Vaccine Passports? Patch Readers Weigh In

Arizona Patch readers shared their thoughts around the idea of a statewide vaccine passport. See what they had to say.

‘Fourth Wave': As Mask Mandates Are Lifted, Arizona Health Researchers Urge COVID-19 Caution

Health researchers on Wednesday urged caution despite the state's lifting of restrictions on businesses and government.

Your Questions About The COVID-19 Vaccine, Answered

As vaccine rollouts enter new phases, Banner Health is here to address your most pressing concerns.

Arizona's COVID-19 Response Ranks 47th In Nation: UC Berkeley

Arizona's COVID-19 response ranks 47th out of 50 U.S. states in a study by UC-Berkeley's Othering and Belonging Institute. Here's why.

Arizona Expands COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility: How To Book A Shot

The AZDHS said on Monday that those 16 and older in Maricopa, Pima and Yuma counties can get a COVID-19 vaccine. Here's how to get yours.

Arizona Opens Up 5K COVID-19 Vaccination Appointments at 2 Sites

AZDHS says the openings are for those 55 and older and are available because of COVID-19 vaccines being available at pharmacies.

Health Clinic For Uninsured Faces Challenges During COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought even more challenges for a local health clinic's all-volunteer staff, as well as greater demand for help.

Pilot Program Targets Certain ZIP Codes For Vaccine Sign-up

Health Department using social media, yard signs, bilingual town halls and taxis to the vaccine sites to ensure everyone gets their shots.

Arizona Coronavirus Death Total Passes 16K, New Cases Decline

Over 16,000 Arizonans have died of the coronavirus as of Tuesday, even as the state reports its lowest number of cases in three months.

Arizonans Over 55 Now Eligible For The Coronavirus Vaccine

Arizona has lowered its age threshold for the coronavirus vaccine, which began Monday in the Phoenix-metro area.

AZ Coronavirus Vaccine Hub: Where, Who And How To Get Immunized

Find the latest information here on who is eligible to be vaccinate in Arizona and how to schedule an appointment.

CVS To Roll Out Coronavirus Vaccines At 8 AZ Pharmacies

CVS Health will begin administering the coronavirus vaccine eligible Arizonans with appointments at eight of its pharmacies Thursday.

Arizona Lowers Flags To Honor 500K Lives Lost To The Coronavirus

Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey ordered the state's flags lowered to honor the 500,000 lives lost to the coronavirus for five days starting Tuesday.

Doctors Call For Action To Eliminate Vitamin D Deficiencies To Help Fight COVID

Could an over the counter capsule be a key in fighting COVID-19? More doctors say yes.

5 Ways To De-Stress While You Wait For The COVID-19 Vaccine

Caring for your mind can be as simple as taking a walk or getting plenty of sleep. Follow these tips from Banner Health to help you unwind.

Winter Storms Delay AZ Coronavirus Vaccine Shipments

Extreme winter weather across the U.S. will affect Arizona's coronavirus vaccine shipments and could force counties to cancel appointments.

Registering For COVID-19 Vaccinations Frustrates Arizona Seniors

“For people who are not very computer savvy, the site is a joke. It’s just a joke," Liz Northcott, 78, said.

How Arizona Is Weathering The Pandemic: See Weekly Data

The Biden administration releases weekly reports on how each state is weathering the coronavirus pandemic. Find out how Arizona is doing.

Arizona Has Administered Over 1M Coronavirus Vaccine Doses

Weeks into the state's vaccination efforts, Arizona has reached a critical milestone.

Pandemic Exposed Social Inequities, Created Backlogs Of Care, Mayo Specialists Say

The medical community learned countless lessons during the first year of COVID-19, a pandemic unprecedented in modern times.

How AZ Compares With Other States: See Updated Coronavirus Data

The Biden administration is releasing weekly reports on how each state is weathering the pandemic. Find out how Arizona is doing.

Health Officials Keep Close Eye As COVID-19 Variants Found In Arizona

COVID-19 infections in Arizona appeared to be leveling off last week when officials confirmed that a variant of the virus had been found.

2nd State Site Opening Up New Coronavirus Vaccine Appointments

Phoenix Municipal Stadium will open new vaccine appointments for the month of February on Wednesday.

Arizona Opens 2nd Mass Coronavirus Vaccination Site

The Phoenix Municipal Stadium opened as a statewide coronavirus vaccination site Monday, will be giving 500 shots to Arizonans each day.

How To Take The Best Care Of Yourself During Pregnancy

Get care and support from Banner Health's experienced maternity services team through every stage of pregnancy, labor and delivery.

5 Ways To Be More Proactive With Your Healthcare

Dr. Jessica Regnaert, a Banner Health physician, shares some practical tips for patients of all ages.

How Pet Therapy Helps Patients Manage Stress And Anxiety

At Banner Health facilities, sometimes a wet nose and wagging tail are exactly what the doctor ordered.

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.