Panhandle Health District - Bonners Ferry, Hd1

The Medical Reserve Corps can be contacted at 208-415-5180, and the Swine Flu Hotline is available at 208-415-5299. Idaho consists of seven health districts that work closely with the Department of Health and Welfare and various state and local agencies. Each health district has a board of health appointed by county commissioners and operates independently from state agencies. They cater to local requirements by offering diverse services that differ across districts, including community and home health nursing, environmental health, dental hygiene, and nutrition programs, many of which are provided through contracts with the Department of Health and Welfare. For up-to-date information regarding 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, other public health districts, healthcare providers, and emergency responders to create a unified statewide strategy for preparing and responding to bioterrorism threats and public health crises. Environmental Health programs address the intersection of human health with the physical environment, covering areas such as daycare, epidemiology (animal bites, food, and waterborne illnesses), food establishment permits, indoor air quality (radon), lead health, methamphetamine labs, public pools, and solid waste management. Land Development programs include critical materials regulation, mortgage surveys, non-domestic wastewater management, public water systems, Rathdrum aquifer protection, shallow injection well inventory, subdivision review, and subsurface sewage evaluations. Family Planning services encompass education, counseling, pregnancy testing, comprehensive physical exams (including cancer and STD screenings), and referrals, with various birth control methods available. Local health departments administer routine childhood vaccinations at health department clinics or special off-site events, often at low or no cost for families in need. Overseas immunizations are scheduled by appointment. Adult vaccines like Td boosters, hepatitis B, hepatitis A, pneumonia, and influenza may also be provided. The Immunization Registry is a free, confidential service that helps individuals and their doctors keep track of immunizations. The WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) Program offers monthly healthy food vouchers, health screenings, nutrition classes, referrals to healthcare providers, and support for breastfeeding. WIC serves pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, infants, and children under five. The Women's Health Check program provides free breast and cervical cancer screenings for eligible women without insurance covering these tests, based on specific age and income criteria. For general inquiries, locations, and appointments, please call.