Panhandle Health District - Kellogg, Hd1

The Medical Reserve Corps can be reached at 208-415-5180, and the Swine Flu Hotline is available at 208-415-5299. Idaho consists of seven health districts that work closely with the Department of Health and Welfare and other state and local organizations. Each district operates independently and has a board of health appointed by county commissioners. The services offered may differ across districts and include 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 regarding services in your area, contact your local 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 create a comprehensive statewide strategy for addressing bioterrorism threats and other public health crises. Environmental Health programs address the connections between human health and the environment, covering areas such as daycare, epidemiology (animal bites, food and waterborne illnesses), food establishment permits, indoor air quality (including radon), lead health initiatives, methamphetamine lab inspections, public pool regulations, and solid waste management. Land Development programs focus on critical materials regulation, mortgage surveys, non-domestic wastewater, public water systems, Rathdrum Aquifer protection, shallow injection well inventory, subdivision reviews, and subsurface sewage evaluations. Family Planning services include education, counseling, pregnancy tests, comprehensive physical exams (including cancer and STD screenings), and referrals, with various birth control methods available. Local health departments provide routine childhood vaccinations at clinics, often at low or no cost for those unable to pay, and also offer overseas immunizations by appointment. Adult vaccines such as Td boosters, hepatitis A and B, pneumonia, and influenza may also be available. The Immunization Registry is a free, confidential service that helps track immunizations for individuals and families. The WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) program provides healthy food vouchers, health screenings, nutrition classes, community program information, individual counseling with dietitians, breastfeeding support, and educational materials for eligible pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, infants, and children under five. The Women's Health Check program offers free breast and cervical cancer screenings for uninsured women who meet specific income criteria and age requirements. For general inquiries, locations, and appointment scheduling, please call.