Panhandle Health District - Hayden, 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 function in close partnership with the Department of Health and Welfare, along with various state and local agencies. Each district has its own board of health appointed by county commissioners and operates independently of state agencies. They address local demands by offering a range of services that differ by district, including community and home health nursing, environmental health, dental hygiene, and nutrition programs. Many of these services are provided under contracts with the Department of Health and Welfare. For the most current information about available services in your area, reach out to your nearest District Health Department. 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 develop a comprehensive statewide strategy for preparing for and responding to bioterrorism and public health emergencies. Environmental Health programs tackle issues where human health intersects with the physical environment and the ecosystem. These programs encompass Day Care Inspections, 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 management. Land Development programs cover 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 include 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 requested for community events. Local health departments offer routine childhood vaccinations at health department clinics 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 their local health department for necessary vaccines. Adult vaccines such as Td boosters, hepatitis B, hepatitis A, pneumonia, and influenza may also be provided. The Immunization Registry is a free, voluntary, and confidential service that helps track immunizations for individuals and families. The WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) Program offers monthly healthy food vouchers, health screenings, nutrition classes, community program information, and individual counseling with registered dietitians, serving pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, infants, and children under five. The Resource Nurse (Helping Hand Medical Access) provides general health information and referrals, and vouchers for acute health care needs may be available through local physicians. The Women's Health Check program offers free breast and cervical cancer screenings for eligible women who lack insurance coverage for these services, with specific age and income criteria. For general information, locations, and appointments, please call.