Southeastern Idaho Public Health-Arco, 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 close partnership with the Department of Health and Welfare and several other state and local organizations. Each district has a health board appointed by county commissioners and functions independently of state agencies. They address local demands by offering diverse services that can differ among districts, including community and home health nursing, environmental health, dental hygiene, and nutrition programs. Many of these services 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 for and responding to bioterrorism and public health crises. Environmental Health programs tackle issues where human health intersects with the environment and local ecosystems, covering areas such as Day Care, Epidemiology (Animal Bites, Food and Waterborne Illness), Food Establishments (Permits, Plan Reviews, Inspections), Indoor Air Quality (Radon), Lead Health Program, Methamphetamine Labs, Public Pools, and Solid Waste. Land Development initiatives include Critical Materials Regulation, Mortgage Surveys, Non-Domestic Waste Water, Public Water Systems, Rathdrum Aquifer Protection, Shallow Injection Well Inventory, Subdivision Review, and Subsurface Sewage (Site Evaluations, Permits, Inspections). Family Planning services encompass education, counseling, pregnancy testing, comprehensive physical exams (including cancer and sexually transmitted disease screenings), and referrals, with various birth control methods available. Educational resources and speakers can be provided for community events upon request. Local health departments also administer routine childhood vaccinations through clinics at the health department or special off-site events, often at low or no cost for families in need. Overseas immunizations are available by appointment, and travelers should contact the local health department for specific vaccine requirements. Adult vaccines such as Td boosters, hepatitis B, hepatitis A, pneumonia, and influenza may also be offered. The Immunization Registry is a free, confidential service that helps families and healthcare providers track immunizations and ensure timely vaccinations. The WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) Program provides supplemental nutrition, including monthly healthy food vouchers, health screenings, nutrition classes, community program information, individual counseling from registered dietitians, breastfeeding support, and educational materials. WIC serves pregnant women, breastfeeding women up to one year postpartum, infants up to one year, and children under five. The Women’s Health Check program, funded federally, offers free breast and cervical cancer screenings for eligible women who lack insurance coverage for these tests, meet income criteria, and fall within specific age ranges or conditions. Services are available in English, with interpreters accessible. For general inquiries, locations, and appointment scheduling, please call.