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FAMILY PROGRAMS
Whether you are an expectant parent or have a family with children up to kindergarten age, we have free support programs to help you learn more about pregnancy, nutrition, health screenings, breastfeeding and parenting tools to develop healthy connections and communication. Learn more about each program and see if you qualify.
First time parent? Would you like a free personal nurse who can help guide you through pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond? Reach out today!
A free in-home parent support program to help families develop healthy connections and communication. Available for expectant parents and families with children up to kindergarten age.
A supplemental nutrition program for income-qualifying families that provides access to healthy foods, health screenings, breastfeeding support and nutrition information. See if you qualify.
CONTACT
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Family Programs
208-327-7400
PAT 208-327-8598
NFP 208-921-3879
WIC 208-327-7400
POST/UPDATES
Local Health Districts Warn About Sharp Increase in Pertussis Cases
Central District Health (CDH) and Southwest District Health (SWDH) advise that there have been 171 cases of pertussis (aka. whooping cough) reported in the region so far this year. This is a sharp increase compared to 10 cases total for 2023.
Health officials investigate outbreak linked to raw milk
Idaho Public Health officials are investigating recent reports of 18 people who recently experienced symptoms of, and tested positive for, Campylobacter, and who also reported purchasing and drinking unpasteurized (raw) milk from Paradise Grove Dairy.
Change of Services to Minors
As of July 1, 2024, as per Idaho’s Senate Bill 1329, except as otherwise provided by court order, parental consent is required for those under 18 years of age. Central District Health can’t provide health care services to a minor child without obtaining the prior consent of the minor child's parent or legal guardian.
Vaping Education, Resources Available to Parents/Guardians
Central District Health is offering free virtual CATCH My Breath training sessions throughout the year. Parents and guardians will learn important facts about the youth vaping epidemic and discover resources available for their families to help reduce youth vaping.
