Southeastern Idaho Public Health-Malad, 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's seven health districts operate in partnership with the Department of Health and Welfare and various state and local organizations. Each district has a health board appointed by county commissioners and functions independently of state agencies. They address local requirements by offering diverse services that may differ among districts, including 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 area, contact your local 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 develop a unified statewide strategy for preparing for and responding to bioterrorism threats and other public health crises. Environmental Health programs cover aspects where human health intersects with the environment and the ecosystem, including Day Care, 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, and Solid Waste management. 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, and Subsurface Sewage evaluations. Family Planning services encompass education, counseling, pregnancy testing, comprehensive physical exams (including cancer screenings, STD screenings, and HIV testing), and referrals, with various birth control methods available. Educational materials and speakers can be provided for community presentations upon request. Local health departments offer routine childhood vaccinations through health department clinics or special off-site clinics, with low or no cost for parents who cannot afford them. Overseas immunizations are available by appointment, and travelers should contact their local health department for specific vaccine requirements. Adult vaccines, such as Td boosters, hepatitis B, hepatitis A, pneumonia, and influenza vaccines, may also be accessible. The Immunization Registry is a free, voluntary, and confidential service that helps individuals and their doctors track vaccination history and ensure timely immunizations. The WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) Program provides supplemental nutrition assistance, including healthy food vouchers, health screenings, nutrition classes, community program information, referrals to healthcare providers, individual counseling with registered dietitians, breastfeeding support, and educational materials. WIC serves pregnant women, breastfeeding women (up to one year postpartum), infants under one year, and children under five. The Women's Health Check program, funded federally, offers free breast and cervical cancer screenings to eligible women who lack insurance for these services, meet income criteria, and fall into specific age or health categories. Languages offered include English, with interpreters available. For general information, locations, and appointments, please call.