Central District Health Dept.-Horseshoe Bend , Hd4

MEDICAL RESERVE CORPS PHONE # 208-321-2215 Swine Flu Hotline for Region 4 - 208-321-2222 DISTRICT OFFICE: The seven health districts in Idaho work closely with the Department of Health and Welfare, along with various state and local organizations. Each district has a health board appointed by county commissioners and operates independently of state agencies. They cater to local requirements by offering a range of services that differ by district. 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 community services, contact the nearest District Health Department. The Public Health Preparedness 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 addressing bioterrorism and other public health crises. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH: Environmental Health programs address the intersection of human health with the physical environment and local ecosystems. **Programs include: Day Care; Epidemiology (Animal Bites, Food and Water Borne Illness); Food Establishments (Permits, Plan Reviews, Inspections); Public Pools.** Land Development Programs encompass: Mortgage Surveys; Public Water Systems; Subdivision Review; Subsurface Sewage (Site Evaluations, Permits, Inspections). REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH (Family Planning): Family Planning services offer education, counseling, pregnancy testing, comprehensive physical exams (including cancer and sexually transmitted disease screenings), and referrals. Various birth control methods are available, along with educational resources and speakers for community events upon request. Temporary Medicaid card applications for prenatal care are also provided. IMMUNIZATIONS: Local health departments administer routine childhood vaccinations through clinics at the health department, often at low or no cost for those unable to pay. To schedule an appointment, contact your local health department, which will bill your insurance. The Immunization Registry is a free, confidential service that helps you and your doctor track immunizations and ensure you receive necessary vaccines. Always bring your immunization records to appointments. WIC (WOMEN, INFANTS AND CHILDREN) PROGRAM: WIC is a supplemental nutrition program offering healthy foods each month via WIC vouchers, health screenings, nutrition classes, community program information, and referrals to healthcare providers. It provides individual counseling with registered dietitians, breastfeeding support, and educational materials. WIC serves pregnant women, breastfeeding women up to one year postpartum, non-nursing women up to six months postpartum, infants up to one year, and children under five. WOMEN'S HEALTH CHECK program provides free breast and cervical cancer screenings for eligible women without insurance covering these tests. Eligibility includes income guidelines, U.S. citizenship or an Alien ID card, and specific age or health criteria. Languages available: English, with interpreters accessible.

Intake Procedure: For general information, locations, and appointments, call. Immunizations and WIC are available on the 1st Thursday; appointments are required.