Southwest District Health-Caldwell, Hd3

MEDICAL RESERVE CORPS PHONE # 208-455-5324. Callers are encouraged to visit the website www.volunteeridaho.com first. If internet access is unavailable, they should use the provided phone number. DISTRICT OFFICE: The seven health districts in Idaho work in close collaboration with the Department of Health and Welfare and many other state and local organizations. Each district has a health board appointed by county commissioners and operates independently from state agencies. They address local needs and offer a range of services that may differ between districts, including community health nursing, home health services, environmental health, dental hygiene, and nutrition programs, often through contracts with the Department of Health and Welfare. For the most current information about available services in your area, reach out to your nearest Health District. The Public Health Preparedness and Communication Systems office (Bioterrorism Planning) collaborates with the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, other public health districts, healthcare providers, and emergency service responders to develop a unified statewide strategy for preparing and responding to bioterrorism threats and public health emergencies. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH: This area covers programs that address the intersection of human health with environmental factors and the ecosystem. **Environmental Health Programs include: Day Care; Epidemiology (Animal Bites, Food and Water Borne Illness); Food Establishments (Permits, Plan Reviews, Inspections); Lead Health Program; Methamphetamine Labs; Public Pools; Solid Waste.** Land Development programs encompass: Critical Materials Regulation; Mortgage Surveys; Non-Domestic Waste Water; Public Water Systems; Rathdrum Aquifer Protection; Shallow Injection Well Inventory; Subdivision Review; Subsurface Sewage (Site Evaluations, Permits, Inspections). FAMILY PLANNING: Offers Family Planning services, which include education, counseling, pregnancy tests, comprehensive physical exams (including cancer and sexually transmitted disease screenings), and referrals. A variety of birth control methods are available. Educational resources and speakers can be provided for community events upon request. IMMUNIZATIONS: Local health districts administer routine childhood vaccinations at clinics or occasionally at special off-site locations, charging a minimal administration fee. No child will be turned away from receiving immunizations. Some districts offer vaccinations for international travel by appointment. Contact your local health district to find out which vaccines are necessary for your travel destination. Adult vaccines such as Td boosters, hepatitis B, hepatitis A, pneumonia, and influenza may also be offered. The Immunization Registry is a free, voluntary, and confidential service that helps you, your family, and your doctor keep track of immunizations and ensure you are up to date. WIC (WOMEN, INFANTS AND CHILDREN) PROGRAM: WIC is a supplemental nutrition initiative for Women, Infants, and Children, providing: Monthly healthy food vouchers; health screenings; nutrition education classes; information on community resources; referrals to healthcare providers; individual consultations with registered dietitians; breastfeeding support; recipes, newsletters, and educational materials. WIC is available for: Pregnant women; Breastfeeding women (up to one year postpartum); Infants up to one year old; and Children under five years old. PUBLIC HEALTH PREPAREDNESS collaborates with the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare and other public health districts. SATELLITE OFFICES: Cambridge, Council, New Meadows.