North Central District Health - Orofino, Hd2

MEDICAL RESERVE CORPS PHONE # 208-799-3100Public Health Information Line for Region 2 - 208-748-0400 or 1-866-736-6632DISTRICT OFFICE: The seven health districts in Idaho work in partnership with the Department of Health and Welfare and numerous state and local organizations. Each district has a health board appointed by county commissioners and operates independently from state agencies. They cater to local needs, providing a range of services that differ by district, including community and home health nursing, environmental health, dental hygiene, and nutrition programs. Many services are offered through contracts with the Department of Health and Welfare. For the most current information about local services, reach out to your nearest 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 develop a unified statewide strategy for addressing bioterrorism threats and public health emergencies. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH: Programs in this area address the intersection of human health with the physical environment and ecosystems. **Environmental Health Programs cover: Day Care Inspections; Epidemiology (Animal Bites, Food and Water Borne Illness); Food Establishments (Permits, Plan Reviews, Inspections); Indoor Air Quality (Radon); Lead Health Program; Methamphetamine Labs; Public Pools; Solid Waste.** Land Development programs include: 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 such as education, counseling, pregnancy testing, comprehensive physical exams (including cancer and STD screenings), and referrals. Most birth control methods are available. Educational resources and speakers can be requested for community events. IMMUNIZATIONS: Local health departments provide standard childhood vaccinations through clinics at the health department or at special off-site events. These vaccinations are often low cost or free for those unable to pay. Travel immunizations are available by appointment. Call your local health department to learn which vaccines are required for specific travel destinations. Adult vaccines like tetanus and diphtheria (Td) boosters, hepatitis B, hepatitis A, pneumonia, and influenza may also be offered. The Immunization Registry is a free, confidential service that helps you and your healthcare provider keep track of your immunization history and ensure you receive necessary vaccines on time. WIC (WOMEN, INFANTS AND CHILDREN) PROGRAM: WIC is a supplemental nutrition program providing healthy foods each month through WIC vouchers, health screenings, nutrition classes, information about community programs, and referrals to healthcare providers. It offers individual counseling from registered dietitians, breastfeeding support, recipes, newsletters, and educational materials. WIC serves pregnant women, breastfeeding women (up to one year postpartum), infants up to one year old, and children under five. WOMEN'S HEALTH CHECK is a federally funded initiative that provides free breast and cervical cancer screenings for eligible women without insurance coverage for these tests, meeting income criteria, and fitting specific age or health conditions. Languages: English, with interpreters available.

Intake Procedure: Call for general information, locations and appointments.