Southeastern Idaho Public Health-Pocatello, Hd6

The Medical Reserve Corps can be reached at 208-239-5208, and the Swine Flu Hotline for Region 6 is available at 208-234-5888. Idaho comprises seven health districts that collaborate closely with the Department of Health and Welfare and various state and local agencies. Each district has a health board appointed by county commissioners and operates independently from state agencies. They cater to local needs by offering a diverse range of services that differ by district, including community health nursing, environmental health, dental hygiene, and nutrition programs, often through contracts with the Department of Health and Welfare. For updated information on local services, contacting the nearest District Health Department is recommended. 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 unified statewide strategy for addressing bioterrorism and public health emergencies. Environmental Health programs address the relationship between human health and the environment, covering areas such as Day Care, Epidemiology (Animal Bites, Food and Water Borne Illness), Food Establishments (Permits, Plan Reviews, Inspections), Indoor Air Quality, Methamphetamine Labs, Public Pools, and Solid Waste. Land Development programs include Mortgage Surveys, Non-Domestic Waste Water, Public Water Systems, Subdivision Review, and Subsurface Sewage (Site Evaluations, Permits, Inspections). Family Planning services encompass education, counseling, pregnancy testing, comprehensive physical exams (including cancer and STD screenings), and referrals, with various birth control methods available. Local health departments provide low-cost or free routine childhood vaccinations at clinics, with overseas immunizations available by appointment. Adult vaccines may also be offered. The Immunization Registry is a free, confidential service that helps track immunizations. The WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) Program offers healthy food vouchers, health screenings, nutrition classes, and individual counseling for eligible pregnant women, breastfeeding women, infants, and children under five. The Women's Health Check program provides free breast and cervical cancer screenings to qualifying women without insurance coverage for these services. For general information, locations, and appointments, please call.