Southwest District Health-Emmett, Hd3

MEDICAL RESERVE CORPS PHONE # 208-455-5324. It is recommended that callers visit the website www.volunteeridaho.com first. If they lack internet access, they can use the phone number provided above. DISTRICT OFFICE: The seven health districts in Idaho collaborate closely with the Department of Health and Welfare and various other local and state organizations. Each district has a health board appointed by county commissioners and operates independently from state agencies. They cater to local needs by offering a variety of services that 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 about available services in your community, please reach out to your local Health District office. 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 responders to create a unified statewide strategy for addressing bioterrorism threats and other public health crises. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH: Environmental Health programs address the intersection of human health with the physical environment and the ecosystem. **Environmental Health Programs encompass: 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 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 that include education, counseling, pregnancy testing, comprehensive physical exams (which cover cancer screening, sexually transmitted disease screening, and HIV testing), and referrals. A wide range of birth control methods is available. Educational resources and speakers can be provided for community presentations upon request. IMMUNIZATIONS: Local health districts administer routine childhood vaccinations through clinics at the health district office or occasionally at special off-site locations. These vaccinations are often low-cost or free for parents who cannot afford them. Overseas immunizations are available by appointment. Travelers should contact the local health district to determine which vaccines are required for their destinations. Adult vaccines such as Td boosters, hepatitis B, hepatitis A, pneumonia, and influenza may also be provided. The Immunization Registry is a free, voluntary, and confidential service that helps individuals and their healthcare providers keep track of immunizations and ensure they receive only the necessary vaccines when needed. WIC (WOMEN, INFANTS AND CHILDREN) PROGRAM: WIC is a supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children that offers: Monthly healthy food purchases through WIC vouchers; health screenings; nutrition education classes; information about community resources; referrals to healthcare providers; one-on-one counseling with registered dietitians; breastfeeding support; recipes, newsletters, and educational materials. WIC serves: Pregnant women; Breastfeeding women (up to one year postpartum); Infants under one year old; and Children under five years old. SATELLITE OFFICES: Cambridge, Council, New Meadows, Languages: English, with interpreter services available.

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