Central District Health Dept.-Mountain Home , Hd4

The MEDICAL RESERVE CORPS can be reached at 208-321-2215, and the Swine Flu Hotline for Region 4 is available at 208-321-2222. Idaho comprises seven health districts that work closely with the Department of Health and Welfare and various state and local agencies. Each district has its own board of health appointed by county commissioners and operates independently of state agencies. They cater to local demands, offering a range of services that differ from one district to another, including community health nursing, 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 local 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 develop a comprehensive statewide strategy for addressing bio-terrorism and other public health crises. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH programs focus on the intersection of human health with the environment and ecosystems. These include Day Care, Epidemiology (Animal Bites, Food and Water Borne Illness), Food Establishments (Permits, Plan Reviews, Inspections), and Public Pools. Land Development Programs cover Mortgage Surveys, Public Water Systems, Subdivision Review, and Subsurface Sewage evaluations. REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH offers Family Planning services such as education, counseling, pregnancy testing, and physical exams, including screenings for cancer and sexually transmitted diseases. Most birth control methods are available, and educational resources can be provided for community presentations. Temporary Medicaid cards for prenatal care can be applied for. IMMUNIZATIONS are administered at local health departments, providing routine childhood vaccinations at low or no cost for those unable to pay. The Immunization Registry is a free, voluntary service that helps families keep track of immunizations. The WIC (WOMEN, INFANTS AND CHILDREN) PROGRAM supplies healthy foods monthly through WIC vouchers, health screenings, nutrition classes, and referrals to healthcare providers. It serves pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, infants, and children under five. The WOMEN'S HEALTH CHECK program offers free breast and cervical cancer screenings to uninsured women who meet specific income guidelines. Eligibility includes women aged 50-64, those aged 40-49 who haven’t had a pap test in five years, or younger women with symptoms of breast or cervical cancer. Services are available in English and Spanish, with interpreters accessible. For general information, locations, and appointments, please call.