Panhandle Health District - Kellogg, Hd1

The Medical Reserve Corps can be reached at 208-415-5180 and the Swine Flu Hotline at 208-415-5299. Idaho consists of seven health districts that work in tandem with the Department of Health and Welfare and various state and local entities. Each district operates independently and has a health board appointed by county commissioners. They are tasked with addressing local health needs, offering services that 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 latest service information 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 create a unified statewide strategy for responding to bioterrorism and public health emergencies. Environmental Health programs tackle issues at the intersection of human health and the environment, covering areas such as daycare, epidemiology, food establishments, indoor air quality, lead health, meth labs, public pools, and solid waste management. Land Development programs address critical materials regulation, mortgage surveys, non-domestic wastewater, public water systems, 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, with various birth control methods available. Immunizations for children are offered at local health departments, with low-cost or free options for those unable to pay. Adult vaccines may also be available. The Immunization Registry helps track vaccinations for individuals and families. The WIC program provides healthy foods, health screenings, nutrition classes, and referrals for women, infants, and children. The Women's Health Check program offers free breast and cervical cancer screenings for eligible women without insurance coverage for these tests. For general inquiries, locations, and appointments, please call.