Feds Give Arizona $24M to Combat Opioid Epidemic
12th biggest grant in the country, based on need and prevalence of opioid addiction.
Tucson Health Care Dispute Could Leave Thousands Without Coverage
Northwest Healthcare and UnitedHealthcare have until May 1 to settle their disagreement.
Breathing Room: Asthma Inhalers OK in State's Schools
Previously schools had to call 911 rather than administering asthma medication.
Public Opposes More Limits on Arizona Medicaid
State poised to become first to implement five-year lifetime cap on enrollment.
'Project Period' Aims to Ease Financial Burden of Tampons on Women
One group benefiting is young mothers, who don't always focus on their own health, director says.
Organizations, Tribes Weigh in on Possible Changes to Arizona Medicaid
Most groups express concern the changes will result in loss of coverage for Arizona's neediest.
Opioid Prescription Changes, Access to Overdose Aid Coming
Drug stores will be able to sell Narcan, which can bolster critical life systems in overdose.
Group Offers Yoga to Help UA Students Cope with Depression
One in four displays symptoms; LGBTQ Affairs office offers classes to assist.
Poll: 42% in State Know Someone Addicted to Opioids
Survey says one-third of Arizonans weren't warned by doctors of drugs' addictive nature.
UA Team Working To Improve Lifesaving Colonoscopy
The scope simultaneously gives doctors more viewing.
Wellness Medical Center Opens in Downtown Tucson
HealthOn Broadway was designed to cater to the medical needs of people who live and work downtown.
Uptick in Southern Arizona Rabies 'Outbreak,' Wildlife Officials Say
Three new cases in southeastern Arizona, nine for the year.
Around the World in 80 Steps
Also on Arizona Spotlight: TUSD appoints interim superintendent; coping in the classroom; and using kitten care as therapy for memory loss.
Students Show off Science Skills at Annual Fair
More than 2,000 exhibits and activities for kids and adults at the Southern Arizona event.
Annual Health Report Shows Good, Bad in Southern Arizona
County-level breakdown: Pima, Cochise and Santa Cruz counties have mixed results.
