Southeastern Idaho Public Health-Preston, Hd6

The Medical Reserve Corps can be reached at 208-239-5208, and the Swine Flu Hotline for Region 6 is available at 208-234-5888. Idaho consists of seven health districts that work closely with the Department of Health and Welfare and other state and local organizations. Each district has a health board appointed by county commissioners and operates independently from state agencies. They address local health needs by offering diverse services that can differ from one district to another, including community health nursing, environmental health, dental hygiene, and nutrition programs, often through contracts with the Department of Health and Welfare. For the latest information on available services, contact 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 create a unified plan for addressing bioterrorism threats and public health emergencies. Environmental Health programs tackle issues related to human health and the environment, covering areas such as daycare, epidemiology (animal bites, food and waterborne illnesses), food establishment permits, indoor air quality (including radon), lead health programs, methamphetamine labs, public pools, and solid waste management. Land Development programs focus on critical materials regulation, mortgage surveys, non-domestic wastewater, public water systems, Rathdrum Aquifer protection, shallow injection well inventory, subdivision reviews, and subsurface sewage evaluations. Family Planning services include education, counseling, pregnancy testing, physical exams (with cancer and STD screenings), and referrals, offering various birth control methods. Local health departments provide routine childhood vaccinations at clinics, often at low or no cost for those unable to pay, and overseas immunizations by appointment. Adult vaccines like Td boosters, hepatitis B, hepatitis A, pneumonia, and influenza may also be available. The Immunization Registry is a free, confidential service that helps track immunizations for you and your family. The WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) Program offers nutritious foods, health screenings, nutrition classes, community program information, and individual counseling for 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 coverage for these tests, based on specific age and income criteria. Languages spoken include English, with interpreters available. For general inquiries, locations, and appointments, please call.