North Central District Health - Lewiston, Hd2

The Medical Reserve Corps can be reached at 208-799-3100, while the Public Health Information Line for Region 2 is available at 208-748-0400 or 1-866-736-6632. Idaho's seven health districts collaborate closely with the Department of Health and Welfare and various state and local agencies. Each district has a health board appointed by county commissioners and operates independently of state agencies. They cater to local needs by offering a range of services that differ by district, including community health nursing, home health nursing, environmental health, dental hygiene, and nutrition programs. Many services are delivered through contracts with the Department of Health and Welfare. For the most current information about services in your area, contact your local District Health Department. 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 develop a comprehensive statewide strategy for addressing bioterrorism threats and other public health crises. Environmental Health programs tackle issues at the intersection of human health and the physical environment, covering areas such as Day Care Inspections, Epidemiology, Food Establishments, Indoor Air Quality, Lead Health Program, Methamphetamine Labs, Public Pools, and Solid Waste. Land Development programs address Critical Materials Regulation, Mortgage Surveys, Non-Domestic Waste Water, Public Water Systems, Rathdrum Aquifer Protection, Shallow Injection Well Inventory, Subdivision Review, and Subsurface Sewage evaluations. Family Planning services include education, counseling, pregnancy testing, comprehensive physical exams, and referrals, offering various birth control methods. Immunizations are provided for routine childhood vaccinations at health department clinics, often at low or no cost for those unable to pay, along with overseas immunizations by appointment. Adult vaccines may also be available. The Immunization Registry is a free, confidential service that keeps track of immunizations for individuals and their families. The WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) Program provides healthy food vouchers, health screenings, nutrition classes, and referrals for pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, infants, and children under five. The Women's Health Check program offers free breast and cervical cancer screenings to eligible women who lack insurance coverage for these tests, meet income criteria, and fit specific age or health conditions. Language assistance is available through interpreters. For general inquiries, locations, and appointments, please call.