Central District Health Dept.-Mountain Home , Hd4

The Medical Reserve Corps can be reached at 208-321-2215, and for Swine Flu inquiries in Region 4, call 208-321-2222. Idaho comprises seven health districts that work closely with the Department of Health and Welfare, along with several state and local organizations. Each district is governed by a board of health appointed by county commissioners and operates independently from state agencies. They address local requirements by providing diverse services, which may differ from one district to another. These services include community health nursing, home health nursing, environmental health, dental hygiene, and nutrition programs, many of which are delivered through contracts with the Department of Health and Welfare. For the most current information on available services in your area, reach out to your local District Health Department. Additionally, the Public Health Preparedness office collaborates with the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare and other public health districts to develop a comprehensive statewide strategy for responding to bio-terrorism and public health emergencies. Environmental Health programs focus on the intersection of human health with the physical environment and local ecosystems, covering areas such as daycare, epidemiology (including animal bites and foodborne illnesses), food establishment permits, and public pool inspections. Land Development Programs involve mortgage surveys, public water systems, subdivision reviews, and subsurface sewage evaluations. The Reproductive Health services offer 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 provided for community events upon request, and applications for temporary Medicaid cards for prenatal care are accessible. Local health departments also deliver routine childhood vaccinations at low or no cost, ensuring that families can keep track of immunizations through a free, confidential Immunization Registry. The WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) Program supplies healthy food vouchers, health screenings, nutrition classes, referrals, and breastfeeding support to eligible pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and young children. The Women's Health Check program, funded federally, offers free breast and cervical cancer screenings to uninsured women who meet specific income criteria and age requirements. For general inquiries, location details, and appointment scheduling, please call.