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 consists of seven health districts that work 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 diverse services that may differ across districts, including community and home 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 updated 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, health care providers, and emergency responders to create a unified statewide plan for addressing bioterrorism and public health emergencies. Environmental Health programs address the intersection of human health with the physical environment and the ecosystem. These programs cover areas like Day Care, Epidemiology (including animal bites and food and waterborne illnesses), Food Establishments (permits, plan reviews, inspections), and Public Pools. Land Development Programs involve mortgage surveys, public water systems, subdivision reviews, and subsurface sewage evaluations. Reproductive Health services include family planning education, counseling, pregnancy testing, comprehensive physical exams (including cancer and STD screenings), and referrals, with various birth control methods available. Educational resources and speakers can be requested for community presentations. Temporary Medicaid card applications for prenatal care are also accessible. Immunizations are provided by local health departments through low-cost or free routine childhood vaccination clinics. Parents are encouraged to contact their local health department to schedule appointments, and the department will bill insurance. The Immunization Registry is a free, confidential service that helps families and doctors track immunization records and ensure timely vaccinations. The WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) Program offers monthly healthy food vouchers, health screenings, nutrition classes, community program information, individual counseling with dietitians, and breastfeeding support. WIC is available to pregnant women, breastfeeding women up to one year postpartum, non-nursing women up to six months postpartum, infants, and children under five. The Women's Health Check program provides free breast and cervical cancer screenings to uninsured women who meet specific income guidelines and age requirements. Languages available include English, with interpreters accessible. For more information, including locations and appointments, please call.