Southeastern Idaho Public Health-Blackfoot, 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's seven health districts operate in partnership with the Department of Health and Welfare and various local and state agencies. Each district has a health board appointed by county commissioners and functions independently from state agencies. They cater to local requirements by offering diverse services, which can differ from one district to another. These services include community health nursing, home health nursing, environmental health, dental hygiene, and nutrition programs, many of which are provided through contracts with the Department of Health and Welfare. For the most current information about available 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, other public health districts, healthcare providers, and emergency responders to create a unified statewide strategy for preparing and responding to bioterrorism threats and public health emergencies. Environmental Health programs address the intersection of human health with the physical environment and ecosystems, covering areas such as Day Care, Epidemiology (including Animal Bites and Foodborne Illness), Food Establishments (including permits and inspections), Indoor Air Quality (like Radon), Lead Health, Methamphetamine Labs, Public Pools, and Solid Waste management. Land Development programs encompass Critical Materials Regulation, Mortgage Surveys, Non-Domestic Waste Water, Public Water Systems, Rathdrum Aquifer Protection, Shallow Injection Well Inventory, Subdivision Review, and Subsurface Sewage evaluations. Family Planning services include education, counseling, pregnancy testing, and comprehensive physical exams, along with various birth control methods. Local health departments provide routine childhood vaccinations at clinics, often at low or no cost for those unable to pay, and overseas immunizations are available by appointment. Adult vaccines may also be offered. The Immunization Registry is a free and confidential service that tracks immunizations for individuals and families. The WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) Program provides healthy foods, health screenings, nutrition classes, and referrals to healthcare providers, serving pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, infants, and children under five. The Women’s Health Check program offers free breast and cervical cancer screenings for eligible women without insurance covering these tests, meeting specific income guidelines, or who fall into certain age categories. For more information on services, locations, and appointments, please call.