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's seven health districts function in close partnership with the Department of Health and Welfare, along with various state and local entities. Each district has its own board of health appointed by county commissioners and operates independently from state agencies. They address local needs by offering a diverse range of services, which can differ from one district to another. These services encompass 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 available services in your area, reach out to 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 create a unified statewide strategy for preparing for and responding to bio-terrorism and other public health crises. Environmental Health programs focus on the intersection of human health with the physical environment and the ecosystem. These programs include Day Care, Epidemiology (covering animal bites and food and waterborne illnesses), Food Establishments (including permits, plan reviews, and inspections), and Public Pools. Land Development Programs address mortgage surveys, public water systems, subdivision reviews, and subsurface sewage evaluations, permits, and inspections. Reproductive Health services offer Family Planning, which includes education, counseling, pregnancy testing, comprehensive physical exams (with cancer and STD screenings), and referrals. Various birth control methods are available, and educational resources can be requested for community presentations. A temporary Medicaid card for prenatal care can also be applied for. Local health departments provide routine childhood vaccinations at low or no cost, and appointments can be scheduled by calling the local health department. The Immunization Registry is a free, confidential service that helps families and healthcare providers track immunizations, ensuring timely vaccinations. The WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) Program supplies healthy foods monthly through WIC vouchers, health screenings, nutrition classes, community program information, and individual counseling with registered dietitians. WIC serves pregnant women, breastfeeding women up to one year postpartum, non-nursing women up to six months postpartum, infants under one year, and children under five. The Women's Health Check program, funded federally, provides free breast and cervical cancer screenings for eligible women without insurance that covers these tests, meeting income guidelines, and being U.S. Citizens or having an Alien ID. Eligibility includes women aged 50-64, those aged 40-49 who haven't had a pap test in five years or longer, or those 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.