Southeastern Idaho Public Health-Blackfoot, 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 alongside 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 cater to local demands by offering diverse services that may differ across districts, including community health nursing, home health nursing, environmental health, dental hygiene, and nutrition programs. Many of these services are delivered through contracts with the Department of Health and Welfare. For the latest updates on available services in your area, reach out to your local District Health Department. The Public Health Preparedness and Communication Systems office collaborates with the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, public health districts, healthcare providers, and emergency responders to develop a unified statewide strategy for addressing bioterrorism threats and other public health crises. Environmental Health programs address the intersection of human health with environmental factors and include areas such as daycare, epidemiology (animal bites, food and waterborne illnesses), food establishment permits, indoor air quality (radon), lead health, methamphetamine lab oversight, public pools, and solid waste management. Land Development programs cover regulations for critical materials, mortgage surveys, non-domestic wastewater, public water systems, Rathdrum Aquifer protection, shallow injection well inventories, subdivision reviews, and subsurface sewage evaluations. Family Planning services encompass 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 can be provided for community events upon request. Immunizations are administered by local health departments, offering routine childhood vaccinations at health department clinics or special off-site locations at low or no cost for families in need. Overseas immunizations require appointments, and travelers should contact their local health department for specific vaccine requirements. Adult vaccines like Td boosters, hepatitis B, hepatitis A, pneumonia, and influenza may also be offered. The Immunization Registry is a free, confidential service that helps track immunizations for you and your family. The WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) Program provides supplemental nutrition through healthy food vouchers, health screenings, nutrition education, community program referrals, individual counseling with dietitians, breastfeeding support, and educational materials. WIC serves pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers (up to one year postpartum), infants, and children under five. The Women's Health Check program offers free breast and cervical cancer screenings for eligible women without insurance coverage for these tests, meeting income guidelines, and falling within specific age brackets or health conditions. Language assistance is available. For general inquiries, locations, and appointments, please call.