Arizona Changes Medical Records Law to Ensure Patient Access
The law requires providers that shut down to transfer records to the patient or to an entity like the statewide health information exchange.
Increasing the Smoking Age Has Wide Support in Pima County
A new poll shows residents approve of raising the age to buy tobacco.
Tucson, Pima County Sue Opioid Industry
The suit claims manufacturers deceived the public about the addictive nature of opioids.
State Bill Aims to Reduce Teen Vaping
The proposed law would provide a clearer definition of what an e-cigarette is.
State Puts Hourly Air Quality Info Online
A website will let you know levels of ozone and particulate matter.
Marana Developing Plan to Treat Two Contaminated Wells
Wells have tested positive for compounds not regulated by federal laws.
City Council Takes Initial Step in Raising Tobacco-Purchase Age
The council has asked the city manager's office to prepare an ordinance that would raise the age to 21.
Arizona Court: Hashish Not Included in Medical Marijuana Law
The law establishing medical marijuana in Arizona does not mention the marijuana extract's legal status.
State Bans Cell Phones for New Teen Drivers
A new law prohibits teens from talking on cell phones while driving.
Annual Count Shows Steady Decrease in Area Homelessness
Volunteers found 1,380 people experiencing homelessness the night before the January survey.
Cochise County Offers Help to Make Apartment Complexes Smoke-Free
County officials are working with a statewide group to assist landlords with logistical and social changes.
Ducey Signs Bill Requiring Abortion Questions, Reporting
Providers obligated to ask why a woman is having an abortion; the patient is not required to answer.
Cochise County to Join Lawsuit Against Opioid Makers
County claims it spends hundred of thousands of dollars each year combatting problems stemming from opioid addiction.
State Prepares to Launch Opioid Hotline for Health Care Providers
Hotline will offer doctors assistance with treating patients who are using opioids.
Arizona Supreme Court Upholds Medicaid Expansion Fee
The justices ruled the money, which helps cover cost of 400K Medicaid recipients, is not a tax.
