Central District Health Dept.-Mccall , Hd4

MEDICAL RESERVE CORPS PHONE # 208-321-2215 Swine Flu Hotline for Region 4 - 208-321-2222 DISTRICT OFFICE: The seven health districts in Idaho work closely with the Department of Health and Welfare and several other state and local organizations. Each district features a board of health appointed by county commissioners and operates independently of state agencies. They address local requirements by offering a range of services that may differ across districts, including community health nursing, home health nursing, environmental health, dental hygiene, and nutrition programs. Many services are delivered 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 (Bioterrorism Planning) 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 and responding to bioterrorism threats and public health crises. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH: Environmental Health programs address the intersection of human health with the physical environment and the ecosystem. **Environmental Health Programs encompass: Day Care; Epidemiology (Animal Bites, Food and Water Borne Illness); Food Establishments (Permits, Plan Reviews, Inspections); Public Pools.** Land Development Programs include: Mortgage Surveys; Public Water Systems; Subdivision Review; Subsurface Sewage (Site Evaluations, Permits, Inspections). REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH (Family Planning): Offers Family Planning 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. Educational resources and speakers can be provided for community events upon request. Applications for temporary Medicaid cards for prenatal care are also available. IMMUNIZATIONS: Local health departments administer routine childhood vaccinations through clinics at the health department, often at low or no cost for families unable to pay. To schedule an appointment, contact your local health department, which will bill your insurance. The Immunization Registry is a free, confidential service that helps track immunizations for you and your family, ensuring you receive necessary vaccines on time. Always bring your immunization records to each appointment. WIC (WOMEN, INFANTS AND CHILDREN) PROGRAM: WIC is a supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children that provides: Healthy foods monthly through WIC vouchers, health screenings, nutrition education classes, information on community programs, referrals to healthcare providers, individual counseling with registered dietitians, breastfeeding support, and educational materials. WIC serves pregnant women, breastfeeding women up to one year postpartum, non-nursing women up to 6 months postpartum, infants up to one year, and children under five. WOMEN'S HEALTH CHECK contractor: This federally funded program offers free breast and cervical cancer screenings for eligible women without insurance that covers these tests. Eligibility includes meeting income guidelines, being a U.S. citizen or having an Alien ID card, and being within specific age ranges or having certain symptoms. Languages: English, with interpreters available.

Intake Procedure: Call for general information, locations, and appointments.