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's seven health districts operate in conjunction with the Department of Health and Welfare and other local and state organizations. Each district has a board of health appointed by county commissioners and functions independently of state agencies. They address local requirements by offering diverse services, which may differ by district, including community health nursing, environmental health, dental hygiene, and nutrition programs. Many of these services are provided 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 and Communication Systems office (Bioterrorism Planning) 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 preparing and responding to bioterrorism threats and public health crises. Environmental Health initiatives cover areas where human health intersects with the environment and local ecosystems, including Day Care, Epidemiology (Animal Bites, Food and Waterborne Illness), Food Establishments (Permits, Plan Reviews, Inspections), Indoor Air Quality, Methamphetamine Labs, Public Pools, and Solid Waste management. Land Development programs encompass Mortgage Surveys, Non-Domestic Waste Water, Public Water Systems, Subdivision Review, and Subsurface Sewage (Site Evaluations, Permits, Inspections). Family Planning services offer education, counseling, pregnancy testing, comprehensive physical exams (including cancer and sexually transmitted disease screenings), and referrals, with a variety of birth control methods available. Educational resources and speakers for community presentations can be requested. Local health departments provide routine childhood vaccinations at clinics, which may also include special off-site clinics. These vaccinations are often low-cost or free for parents who cannot afford them. Overseas immunizations are available by appointment, and travelers should contact their local health department to determine the necessary vaccines for their destinations. Adult vaccines, including Td boosters, hepatitis B, hepatitis A, pneumonia, and influenza, may also be offered. The Immunization Registry is a free, voluntary, and confidential service that helps individuals and their healthcare providers track immunizations and ensure they receive only necessary vaccines. The WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) program provides supplemental nutrition, offering healthy foods, health screenings, nutrition classes, community program information, referrals, counseling with registered dietitians, breastfeeding support, and educational materials. WIC serves pregnant women, breastfeeding women (up to one year postpartum), infants, and children under five. The Women's Health Check program, funded federally, offers free breast and cervical cancer screenings for eligible women without insurance that covers these tests, who meet income criteria, and fall into specific age categories or have certain symptoms. For general inquiries, locations, and appointment scheduling, please call.