Southwest District Health-Caldwell, Hd3

For inquiries, reach the Medical Reserve Corps at 208-455-5324, but it's recommended to visit www.volunteeridaho.com first. If internet access is unavailable, clients can use the provided phone number. DISTRICT OFFICE: Idaho's seven health districts collaborate closely with the Department of Health and Welfare and various local and state agencies. Each district has a health board appointed by county commissioners and operates independently from state agencies. They address local needs by offering a diverse range of services that may differ by district, including community health nursing, home health nursing, environmental health, dental hygiene, and nutrition programs. Many of these services are delivered through contracts with the Department of Health and Welfare. For the most current information on available services in your area, contact your local Health District. The Public Health Preparedness and Communication Systems office (Bioterrorism Planning) partners 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 threats and public health emergencies. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH: This includes programs that connect human health with the physical environment and ecosystems. **Environmental Health Programs cover: Day Care; Epidemiology (Animal Bites, Food and Water Borne Illness); Food Establishments (Permits, Plan Reviews, Inspections); Lead Health Program; Methamphetamine Labs; Public Pools; Solid Waste.** Land Development programs include: Critical Materials Regulation; Mortgage Surveys; Non-Domestic Waste Water; Public Water Systems; Rathdrum Aquifer Protection; Shallow Injection Well Inventory; Subdivision Review; Subsurface Sewage (Site Evaluations, Permits, Inspections). FAMILY PLANNING: Offers services such as education, counseling, pregnancy testing, comprehensive physical exams (including cancer and STD screenings), and referrals. A variety of birth control methods are available, along with educational resources for community presentations upon request. IMMUNIZATIONS: Health districts provide routine childhood vaccinations at clinics or special off-site events for a nominal administration fee, ensuring no child is denied immunization. Travel immunizations can be scheduled by appointment at certain districts. Local health districts may also offer adult vaccines like tetanus and diphtheria boosters, hepatitis B, hepatitis A, pneumonia, and influenza. The Immunization Registry is a confidential service that helps you and your doctor keep track of immunizations. WIC (WOMEN, INFANTS AND CHILDREN) PROGRAM: This program offers supplemental nutrition assistance for Women, Infants, and Children, providing healthy foods through WIC vouchers, health screenings, nutrition classes, community program information, healthcare referrals, individual counseling with dietitians, breastfeeding support, and educational materials. WIC serves pregnant women, breastfeeding women (up to one year postpartum), infants under one year, and children under five. PUBLIC HEALTH PREPAREDNESS collaborates with the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare and other public health districts. SATELLITE OFFICES: Locations include Cambridge, Council, and New Meadows, with language support available in English and Spanish. Intake Procedure: Call for general information, locations, and appointments.