North Central District Health - Lewiston, Hd2

The MEDICAL RESERVE CORPS can be reached at PHONE # 208-799-3100, and the Public Health Information Line for Region 2 is available at 208-748-0400 or 1-866-736-6632. Idaho comprises seven health districts that collaborate closely with the Department of Health and Welfare as well as various 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 by offering a diverse range of services, which may differ across districts. These services include community health nursing, home health nursing, environmental health, dental hygiene, and nutrition programs, many of which are provided through contracts with the Department of Health and Welfare. For the most current information about local services, individuals should contact their nearest District Health Department. Additionally, the Public Health Preparedness and Communication Systems office (Bioterrorism Planning) collaborates with the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare and other public health districts to develop a comprehensive statewide strategy for addressing bioterrorism threats and public health emergencies. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH programs focus on the intersection of human health with the physical environment and ecosystems. **These 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 initiatives 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 services encompass education, counseling, pregnancy testing, comprehensive physical exams (including screenings for cancer and sexually transmitted diseases), and referrals. Most birth control methods are available, and educational resources and speakers can be provided for community events upon request. IMMUNIZATIONS: Local health departments administer routine childhood vaccinations through health department clinics or occasionally at special off-site events. These vaccines are offered at low or no cost for parents who cannot pay. Overseas immunizations are available by appointment. Travelers should contact their local health department for specific vaccine requirements for their destinations. Adult vaccines such as Td boosters, hepatitis B, hepatitis A, pneumonia, and influenza may also be accessible. The Immunization Registry is a free, voluntary, and confidential service that keeps track of immunizations for you and your family, ensuring you receive only the necessary vaccines when needed. WIC (WOMEN, INFANTS AND CHILDREN) PROGRAM: WIC is a supplemental nutrition initiative for Women, Infants, and Children, providing: Healthy foods monthly via WIC vouchers, health screenings, nutrition classes, community program information, referrals to healthcare providers, individual 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, and children under five years. WOMEN'S HEALTH CHECK is a federally funded program offering free breast and cervical cancer screenings to eligible women. This program is for women without health insurance covering mammograms or pap tests, who meet income criteria, and fall into one of the following categories: Age 50-64; Age 30-49 and have not had a pap test in five years or longer, or never had a pap test; under 50 with breast cancer symptoms (with clinician approval); or age 65 or older without Medicare or without Medicare part B. Languages available include English, with interpreters accessible. Intake Procedure: Call for general information, locations, and appointments.