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Navajo Department of Health

    

Our Divisions

All divisions and staff members contribute to serving the Navajo Nation and bringing blessings to our land.

  • Executive Office
  • DALTCS
  • DBMHS
  • Public Health Service
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Executive Office

The Executive Office provides leadership, coordination, and administrative oversight for the Navajo Department of Health.

  • Executive Office
  • Information Technology
  • Navajo Research Office / IRB
  • Navajo Epidemiology Center
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DALTCS

DALTCS supports elders and vulnerable adults through care coordination, protection, and long-term care services.

  • Nutritional Services
  • Transportation
  • Family Caregiver Program
  • Foster Grandparent Program
  • Ombudsman
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DBMHS

DBMHS provides mental health, substance abuse treatment, cultural healing, and community support services.

  • Outpatient & Substance Abuse Care
  • Residential & Substance Abuse Care
  • Outreach Services
  • Traditional Based Services
  • Faith Based Services
  • Regional Behavioral Health Authority (RBHA)

Public Health Service

Public Health Services works to protect and improve community health through prevention, education, and direct support programs.

  • Navajo Breast and Cervical Cancer Program
  • Community Health Representative (CHR)
  • Food Distribution Program
  • Health Education Program
  • Environmental Health & Protection Program
  • Public Health Emergency Preparedness Program
  • Public Health Nursing Program
  • Navajo Special Diabetes Program
  • Navajo Uranium Program
  • WIC Program

Public Health Advisory Notice (PHAN) for Confirmed Plague Case in Apache County

  • The Navajo Department of Health has confirmed a plague case in Apache County within the Navajo Nation.
  • The individual has fully recovered following appropriate medical treatment.
  • Public health officials indicate the current risk to the public remains low.
  • The Diné Bikéyah Public Health Team is working with partners to assess environmental risks and support prevention efforts.
  • Select the flyer to view the full advisory notice and public health guidance.
Public Health Advisory Notice for Confirmed Plague Case in Apache County

Public Health Advisory: Chickenpox cases confirmed on Navajo Nation

  • Individuals who have never had chickenpox or have not received both vaccine doses may be at risk.
  • Symptoms usually appear 8 to 21 days after exposure and include rash, fever, and fatigue.
  • Vaccines are available free of charge at IHS and Tribal Health facilities.
  • Anyone exposed or experiencing symptoms should contact their healthcare provider promptly.

Official Advisory PDF

Public Health Advisory Notice - Chickenpox Cases Confirmed

Be Prepared for ICE, Know Your Rights!

  • Stay calm. Do not run. Ask if you are free to leave.
  • You have the right to remain silent and speak to an attorney.
  • Do not sign documents you do not understand.
  • Keep important contact information and emergency phone numbers available.
  • Review official contact information for help if assistance is needed.

Full Size PDF

Know Your Rights – ICE Preparedness Flyer

Navajo Department of Health

The Navajo Department of Health is here to care for the health and well-being of our Navajo families. We manage 14 programs that reach more than 300,000 of our people across the Nation. Together, our work centers on good nutrition, caring for elders, preventing substance misuse, supporting outreach, and providing emergency medical services.

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