Panhandle Health District - Bonners Ferry, Hd1

The Medical Reserve Corps can be reached at 208-415-5180, and the Swine Flu Hotline is available at 208-415-5299. Idaho's seven health districts operate in conjunction with the Department of Health and Welfare and various local and state agencies. Each district has its own board of health appointed by county commissioners and functions independently from state agencies. They address local demands by offering a diverse range of services, which can differ between districts. Services include community health nursing, home health care, 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 on available services in your area, contact your local District Health Department. The Public Health Preparedness and Communication Systems office collaborates with the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, public health districts, healthcare providers, and emergency responders to develop a comprehensive statewide strategy for responding to bioterrorism threats and public health emergencies. Environmental Health programs focus on the intersection of human health with the physical environment and ecosystems, covering areas such as daycare, epidemiology (animal bites, food, and waterborne illnesses), food establishment permits, indoor air quality (including radon), lead health initiatives, methamphetamine lab oversight, public pool regulations, and solid waste management. Land Development programs include regulations for critical materials, mortgage surveys, non-domestic wastewater management, public water systems, Rathdrum Aquifer protection, shallow injection well inventories, subdivision reviews, and subsurface sewage evaluations. Family Planning services offer education, counseling, pregnancy testing, comprehensive physical exams (including cancer and STD screenings), and referrals, with a variety of birth control methods available. Educational resources and speakers can be provided for community events upon request. Immunizations are administered by local health departments, offering routine childhood vaccinations at health department clinics or special off-site clinics, often at low or no cost for families in need. Overseas immunizations are available by appointment, and travelers should contact their local health department for specific vaccine requirements. Adult vaccines such as Td boosters, hepatitis A and B, pneumonia, and influenza vaccines may also be offered. The Immunization Registry is a free, confidential service that helps individuals track their vaccination history and ensure they receive necessary vaccines on time. The WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) Program provides healthy food vouchers, health screenings, nutrition classes, community program information, and individual counseling with dietitians. WIC serves pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers (up to one year postpartum), infants under one year, and children under five. The Women’s Health Check program offers free breast and cervical cancer screenings for eligible women who lack insurance covering these tests, meet income criteria, and fall into specific age categories or health situations. Language assistance is available. For general inquiries, location details, and appointment scheduling, please call.