Central District Health Dept.-Boise, Hd4

The MEDICAL RESERVE CORPS can be reached at PHONE # 208-321-2215, and the Swine Flu Hotline for Region 4 is available at 208-321-2222. Idaho consists of seven health districts that work closely with the Department of Health and Welfare and other state and local organizations. Each district has a health board appointed by county commissioners and operates independently from state agencies. They address local needs by offering diverse services that may differ across districts, including community and home health nursing, environmental health, dental hygiene, and nutrition programs, often through contracts with the Department of Health and Welfare. For the latest community service information, contact your nearest District Health Department. The Public Health Preparedness office collaborates with the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare and other entities to create a unified statewide response plan for bioterrorism and public health emergencies. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH programs focus on the intersection of human health with the environment, covering areas such as Day Care, Epidemiology, Food Establishments, and Public Pools. LAND DEVELOPMENT programs involve Mortgage Surveys, Public Water Systems, and Subsurface Sewage evaluations. REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH services offer family planning, education, counseling, pregnancy testing, and referrals, with temporary Medicaid applications available for prenatal care. IMMUNIZATIONS are provided through local health departments, offering childhood vaccinations at low or no cost, and an Immunization Registry helps track vaccination history. The WIC program supports Women, Infants, and Children by providing nutritious foods, health screenings, nutrition classes, and counseling. The WOMEN'S HEALTH CHECK program offers free breast and cervical cancer screenings for eligible women without insurance covering these tests. Eligibility includes specific age and income criteria. Services are available in English and Spanish, with interpreters accessible. For general inquiries, locations, and appointments, call the designated numbers.