Sanders, Arkansas Department of Health Launch Statewide Campaign to Connect Women to Pregnancy Care
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, alongside the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH), today announced the launch of its first coordinated, statewide campaign to help mothers find care close to home. The campaign kicked off with the third annual Month of May (MOM) Block Party and Women’s Health Expo. Hosted by Governor Sanders, […]
Free Community Block Party and Women’s Health Expo in Little Rock on May 6
Third Annual Month of May (MOM) Block Party offers free resources, food trucks, and connections. LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The Arkansas Department of Health invites Central Arkansas families to kick offWomen’s Health Month at the third annual Month of May (MOM) Block Party. The free community expo willconnect women, expecting moms, and families with essential […]
Public Hearing on Controlled Substances in Arkansas
To allow interested persons to comment on the proposed amendments to the List of Controlled Substances in Arkansas, 5 CAR Pt 22. Arkansas Department of Health Auditorium4815 West MarkhamLittle Rock, AR 72205 Click here to view the proposed amendement to the existing Controlled Substances List.
Arkansas Department of Health to provide free soil testing in Hot Springs
Little Rock, Ark. — The Arkansas Department of Health is partnering with the Master Gardeners of Garland County, Child Care Aware®, and National Park College to host two soilSHOPs (Soil Screening, Health, Outreach, and Partnership). The soilSHOPs will be held at National Park College on Wednesday, April 22, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and […]
9th Biennial Minority Health Summit Marks 35 Years of Progress, Set for April 17
Little Rock, Ark. – On Friday, April 17, 2026, the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) Minority Health Commission will host its 9th Biennial Minority Health Summit from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the North Little Rock Event Center, 120 N. Main Street. This year’s theme is “A Bridge to Care: A Multidisciplinary Approach to […]
Ashley County Health Unit in Crossett Closed Until Further Notice: All Services Offered in Hamburg
Crossett, Ark. – The Ashley County Health Unit in Crossett is closed until further notice due to damage from last month’s winter storm. People who need services that were previously offered at the Crossett location are encouraged to go to the Ashley County Health Unit located at 401 N. Cherry Street, in Hamburg, Ark., 71646. […]
Arkansas Department of Health Secures $13.3 Million to Expand Statewide Health Data Infrastructure: Investment Comes Thanks To Sen. Boozman’s Support
Little Rock, Ark. — The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) has secured $13.3 million in federal funding thanks to Senator John Boozman’s (R-AR) work on the Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act of 2026. This investment is aimed at supporting transformation projects to improve data sharing, telehealth services, provider connectivity, […]
Heart Disease Remains Arkansas’s Leading Killer: Know the Signs and Call 9-1-1
Little Rock, Ark. – Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in both the United Statesand Arkansas, claiming the lives of 8,531 Arkansans in 2024 alone. This is about one deathevery hour of the year. In recognition of American Heart Month, the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) remindsArkansans that heart attacks often happen suddenly, […]
Cervical Health Awareness Month
Little Rock, Ark. – January is Cervical Health Awareness Month. The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) BreastCare program coordinates with a statewide network of providers to offer no-cost cervical and breast cancer screenings and follow-up services. Cervical cancer is largely preventable through Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination and routine Pap tests to detect pre-cancers. Yet in […]
Arkansas Department of Health Honors Healthcare Providers for Excellence in Stroke Care
Little Rock, Ark. – The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) is proud to recognize 48 hospitals, 38 ambulance services, 3 regional teams, and 3 individuals for outstanding performance in stroke patient care during July 2024 through June 2025. Awards are based on key performance measures from the Arkansas Stroke Registry, including defect-free stroke care, stroke […]