Central District Health Dept.-Horseshoe Bend , Hd4

MEDICAL RESERVE CORPS PHONE # 208-321-2215Swine Flu Hotline for Region 4 - 208-321-2222DISTRICT OFFICE: The seven health districts in Idaho work in partnership with the Department of Health and Welfare and a range of state and local agencies. Each district is governed by a board of health appointed by county commissioners and operates independently from state agencies. They cater to local needs, offering a variety of services that can differ from one district to another. These services include community health nursing, home health nursing, environmental health, dental hygiene, and nutrition programs, many of which 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 collaborates with the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, other public health districts, healthcare providers, and emergency service responders to create a unified statewide strategy for preparing for and responding to bioterrorism threats and public health emergencies. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH: Environmental Health programs address the relationship between human health and the physical environment, including the community of plants and animals. **Environmental Health Programs cover: 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 screenings, STD screenings, and HIV testing) along with referrals. A variety of birth control methods are available, and educational materials and speakers can be arranged for community presentations upon request. Applications for temporary Medicaid cards for prenatal care can be obtained. IMMUNIZATIONS: Local health departments provide routine childhood vaccinations through clinics at the health department, often at low or no cost for parents unable to pay. Appointments can be scheduled by calling the local health department, which will bill your insurance. The Immunization Registry is a free, voluntary, and confidential service that keeps track of immunizations for you and your family, ensuring you receive only the necessary vaccines when needed. 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 offers: Monthly healthy food packages redeemable with WIC vouchers, health screenings, nutrition classes, information on community programs, referrals to healthcare providers, individual counseling from 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 provides free breast and cervical cancer screenings to eligible women without insurance that covers these tests. Eligibility includes U.S. Citizens or those with an Alien ID card, meeting income guidelines, and being in specific age groups or conditions. Languages available include English, with interpreters accessible.

Intake Procedure: For general information, locations, and appointments, call. Immunizations and WIC services are available on the 1st Thursday; appointments are required.