Central District Health Dept.-Garden Valley , 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 is divided into seven health districts that work closely with the Department of Health and Welfare and other local and state organizations. Each district has its own board of health appointed by county commissioners and operates independently from state agencies. They address community needs by offering diverse services that differ by district, 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 most current information on available services, residents should contact their local District Health Department. The Public Health Preparedness office collaborates with the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare and other public health districts to develop a comprehensive statewide strategy for responding to bioterrorism and public health emergencies. Environmental Health programs focus on the intersection of human health and the environment, covering areas such as Day Care, Epidemiology (including Animal Bites and Foodborne Illness), Food Establishments (permitting, plan reviews, inspections), and Public Pools. Land Development Programs address Mortgage Surveys, Public Water Systems, Subdivision Review, and Subsurface Sewage evaluations. The Reproductive Health (Family Planning) services provide education, counseling, pregnancy testing, comprehensive physical exams (including cancer and STD screenings), and referrals, with various birth control methods available. Educational resources and speakers can be requested for community events, and applications for temporary Medicaid cards for prenatal care are also provided. Immunizations are administered through local health departments, offering routine childhood vaccinations at low or no cost, depending on the family's financial situation. The Health Department will bill insurance, and the Immunization Registry helps keep track of vaccination records. The WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) Program offers monthly healthy food vouchers, health screenings, nutrition classes, and individual counseling, serving pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and children under five. The Women's Health Check program, funded federally, provides free breast and cervical cancer screenings for eligible women without insurance covering these tests. Eligibility includes specific age criteria and income guidelines, with language assistance available. For general inquiries, locations, and appointments, individuals can call for more information.