As of July 1, 2025, Idaho law requires CDH to verify the lawful presence of those applying for public benefits through our agency.
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At CDH, our vision is healthy people in healthy communities. We serve and support businesses, individuals and families throughout Ada, Boise, Elmore, and Valley Counties.
WIC is a supplemental nutrition program for women, infants and children up to age 5. It provides nutritious supplemental foods, breastfeeding support, as well as nutrition education and referral to health care services at no cost to eligible families.
Developmental support and resources for new parents.
Free personal nurses for new parents.
BOISE, March 20, 2026 – Central District Health’s longtime Director will retire after 23 years of service. Russell Duke submitted his notice of retirement at today’s Board of Health meeting during an executive session. His last official day will be July 2, and he will support the agency and Board throughout the recruitment process and…
Central District Health (CDH) is investigating reports of serious illness in nine Ada County residents, including two children currently hospitalized with serious complications.
Central District Health Hosts Sports Physical Clinic on July 30 and Breastfeeding Open House on August 1.
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