Southeastern Idaho Public Health-Pocatello, Hd6

The Medical Reserve Corps can be reached at 208-239-5208, and the Swine Flu Hotline for Region 6 is available at 208-234-5888. Idaho consists of seven health districts that work closely with the Department of Health and Welfare, as well as other local and state organizations. Each district has a health board appointed by county commissioners and operates independently of state agencies. They address local health needs by providing a variety of services, which can differ from one district to another. These services include community health nursing, environmental health, dental hygiene, and nutrition programs, many of which are offered through contracts with the Department of Health and Welfare. For the latest information on services in your area, contact your nearest District Health Department. Additionally, the Public Health Preparedness and Communication Systems office collaborates with the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare and other public health entities to develop a unified plan for responding to bioterrorism and other public health emergencies. Environmental Health programs address the connections between human health and the physical environment, covering areas such as day care, epidemiology, food establishments, indoor air quality, methamphetamine labs, public pools, and solid waste management. Land Development programs include mortgage surveys, non-domestic wastewater management, public water systems, subdivision reviews, and subsurface sewage evaluations. The Family Planning program offers education, counseling, pregnancy testing, comprehensive physical exams, and referrals, providing various birth control methods. Immunizations are administered through local health departments, offering low or no-cost routine childhood vaccinations and adult vaccines, as well as overseas immunizations by appointment. The Immunization Registry is a confidential service that tracks immunizations for families. The WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) Program provides supplemental nutrition, health screenings, nutrition classes, and counseling for eligible pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, infants, and young children. The Women’s Health Check program offers free breast and cervical cancer screenings for women who meet specific criteria, including those without insurance coverage for these tests. For general inquiries, locations, and appointments, please call.