Central District Health Dept.-Mccall , 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 consists of seven health districts that work closely with the Department of Health and Welfare, alongside various state and local organizations. Each district operates independently from state agencies and addresses local requirements by offering a range of services that may differ among districts. These services 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 about local services, contact your nearest 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 and responding to bioterrorism threats and public health crises. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH programs address the intersection of human health with the physical environment and ecosystems. These programs cover areas such as Day Care, Epidemiology (including Animal Bites and Foodborne Illness), Food Establishments (permitting, plan reviews, inspections), and Public Pools. Land Development Programs involve Mortgage Surveys, Public Water Systems, Subdivision Reviews, and Subsurface Sewage evaluations and permits. REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH services include family planning education, counseling, pregnancy testing, comprehensive physical exams (including cancer and STD screenings), and referrals, with various birth control methods available. Educational resources and speakers can be requested for community events. Temporary Medicaid card applications for prenatal care are also accessible. IMMUNIZATIONS are provided through local health departments, offering routine childhood vaccinations at low or no cost for those unable to pay. Appointments can be scheduled by contacting the local health department, which will also bill insurance. The Immunization Registry is a free, confidential service that helps families track vaccination history and ensure timely immunizations. The WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) Program provides monthly healthy food vouchers, health screenings, nutrition classes, community program information, registered dietitian counseling, breastfeeding support, and educational materials. 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 offers free breast and cervical cancer screenings for eligible women without insurance covering these tests, who meet income criteria, and are U.S. Citizens or have an Alien ID card. 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 suspicious symptoms. Languages available include English, with interpreters accessible. For general information, locations, and appointments, please call.