If you are a teen between the ages of 14-18 and are having sex or thinking about having sex, Teen Health Services at Central District Health may help you get the answers you’re looking for. All teens are welcome regardless of identity, sexual orientation or ability to pay.
For your convenience, Teen Health Services are offered by appointment.
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Abstinence, Pregnancy, STIs and Healthy Relationships, or any other reproductive health issue.
Testing, counseling and referrals for prenatal care.
Information, Evaluation, Testing and Treatment of STIs, Reproductive Life Planning. Many forms of birth control are available.
Review your history and provide the vaccines you need.
Most charges are based upon ability to pay. A sliding fee schedule makes the majority of the services affordable to low income clients. We accept cash, checks, Visa, MasterCard, debit cards, Medicaid and insurance.
As of July 1, 2024, as per Idaho’s Senate Bill 1329, except as otherwise provided by court order, parental consent to receive health care services 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.
Parental involvement during a minor’s appointment is encouraged, as parents can be a positive influence on a teen’s health and well-being. If no parent is able to join the minor, parental consent is necessary for those under 18 years of age.
FAQS
We offer several different forms of birth control (contraceptives) including; many brands of pills, Ortho Evra patch, Nuva Ring, Depo-Provera (the shot), IUD/IUS (intrauterine device/system), implant, condom, and fertility awareness. Some of these methods require a prescription which we can fill in our office pharmacy and some are available over-the-counter.
Yes, we offer emergency contraception, Monday through Friday. Here is a list of our clinic hours. Emergency contraception reduces the risk of pregnancy up to 89% if taken within 120 hours after unprotected sex. We recommend that it be used as soon as possible after the unprotected sex. If you are 18 years of age or older, emergency contraception is available over-the-counter at your local pharmacy, but you will have to ask the pharmacist. If you are under 18 years old, a prescription is required.
As of July 1, 2024, as per Idaho’s Senate Bill 1329, except as otherwise provided by court order, parental consent to receive health care services 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.
Parental involvement during a minor’s appointment is encouraged, as parents can be a positive influence on a teen’s health and well-being. If no parent is able to join the minor, parental consent is necessary for those under 18 years of age.
CONTACT
For your convenience, Teen Health Services are offered by appointment.
Teen Health Services
208-327-7400
Ada County 208-327-7400
Boise County 208-327-7400
Elmore County 208-587-4407
Valley County 208-327-7400