Central District Health Dept.-Idaho City, 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's seven health districts operate in close partnership with the Department of Health and Welfare and various state and local agencies. Each district has a health board appointed by county commissioners and functions independently of state agencies. They address local demands by offering a diverse range of services, which can differ from one district to another. These services include community health nursing, home health nursing, environmental health, dental hygiene, and nutrition programs, with many delivered through contracts with the Department of Health and Welfare. For the most current information about available services in your area, 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 develop a unified statewide strategy for preparing and responding to bioterrorism threats and public health crises. Environmental Health programs focus on the connections between human health and the physical environment, covering areas such as Day Care, Epidemiology (including Animal Bites and Food and Water Borne Illness), Food Establishments (including permits, plan reviews, and inspections), and Public Pools. Land Development Programs include Mortgage Surveys, Public Water Systems, Subdivision Review, and Subsurface Sewage evaluations. Reproductive Health services encompass Family Planning, which includes education, counseling, pregnancy testing, comprehensive physical exams (including cancer and STD screenings), and referrals, with various birth control methods available. Educational materials and speakers can be provided for community events upon request. Temporary Medicaid applications for prenatal care are also accessible. Local health departments administer routine childhood vaccinations at low or no cost for parents unable to pay, and appointments can be scheduled by calling the local health department. The Immunization Registry is a free, confidential service that keeps track of immunizations for individuals and their doctors, ensuring timely vaccinations. The WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) Program offers healthy food vouchers, health screenings, nutrition classes, community program information, individual counseling with registered dietitians, breastfeeding support, and educational materials. WIC serves pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, non-nursing women up to six months postpartum, infants under one year, and children under five. The Women's Health Check program provides free breast and cervical cancer screenings for eligible women without insurance that covers these tests, adhering to specific income guidelines and age criteria. Language assistance is available through interpreters. For general inquiries, location details, and appointment scheduling, please call.