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First West Nile Virus of Season Confirmed
06/30/09A Bonneville County man in his 70s has tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV) and has been hospitalized. The case is the first reported WNV infection of the season.
FDA Warns Consumers Not to Eat Nestlé Toll House Prepackaged, Refrigerated Cookie Dough
06/19/09The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are warning consumers not to eat any varieties of prepackaged Nestlé Toll House refrigerated cookie dough due to the risk of contamination with E. coli O157:H7 (a bacterium that causes food borne illness).
Idaho Nutrition Program Adopts New Income Guidelines
06/16/09Idaho’s special supplemental nutrition program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) implements new income guidelines effective July 1 that raise the household income eligibility limits.
South Central Public Health District Announces Three Confirmed H1N1 Infections
06/16/09A 16-year old Minidoka County male, a 16-year old Twin Falls County female, and a 18-year old female visiting Blaine County have all tested positive for the novel H1N1 influenza virus infection.
Blue Cross Partners with State to Provide Childhood Vaccines
06/15/09The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) and Blue Cross of Idaho are forming a partnership to help ensure Idaho children get the vaccines they need.
CDHD Advises Testing For Waterborne Illness
06/12/09Contaminated water in two Eagle subdivisions may have exposed residents to multiple contaminants beyond the E. coli detected by United Water.
Business As Usual In Response to WHO Pandemic Announcement
06/11/09Even though the World Health Organization (WHO) has elected to move to Phase 6 – the highest level in its six phases of pandemic preparedness and response recommendations – it remains business as usual at Central District Health Department (CDHD).
Novel H1N1 Influenza A Confirmed in Idaho County Resident
06/09/09Public Health Idaho North Central District received confirmation that a man in his 20s is the first confirmed case of novel influenza A H1N1 in Idaho County.
H1N1 Virus in Bonner and Boundary Communities
06/08/09A group visiting Bonner and Boundary counties from out of state includes one person with a confirmed case of H1N1 influenza and seven people with possible H1N1 flu.
First H1N1 Case Confirmed In Canyon County
06/5/09A Canyon County woman in her 40s is the first confirmed case of H1N1 (swine flu) virus infection in Southwest Idaho.
Bonneville County Resident Has Novel H1N1 Flu Infection
05/27/09A 17-year old Bonneville County girl has tested positive for Novel H1N1 flu according to the Idaho Bureau of Laboratories.
It’s B-a-a-a-c-k! - Pertussis Hacks Back in Ada County
05/18/09Behind all the excitement surrounding the novel H1N1 influenza virus, a more common disease is attracting the attention of the Central District Health Department (CDHD). Pertussis, also known as Whooping Cough, is making a comeback in Ada County schools.
Ada County Has Three Confirmed H1N1 Infections And Two More Probables
05/14/09The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) today confirmed that a 33-year-old Ada County woman did indeed have the novel H1N1 influenza virus infection. The woman is recovering at home and her medical provider recommended anti-virals for close family contacts. The number of cases now confirmed in Ada County stands at three.
Enjoy the Water but Be Safe - 2009 National Recreational Water Illness Prevention Week
05/13/09The week before Memorial Day (May 18–24, 2009) has been designated as National Recreational Water Illness Prevention Week. Central District Health (District 4) and Southwest District Health (District 3) are combining efforts to raise awareness about healthy swimming behaviors, including ways to prevent recreational water illnesses (RWIs) and injuries.
Nicotine Replacement Therapy Fund Depleted by High Demand
05/13/09A record-breaking number of Idahoans sought help in kicking the nicotine habit in April and March, temporarily depleting the funding for Idaho Project Filter’s free Nicotine Replacement Therapy program. Funding for the program will continue when the new state fiscal year begins on July 1.
Ada County Has Another Probable H1N1 Infection - Two Previous Cases Confirmed
05/12/09A 33-year-old Ada County woman is the latest to be reported with a probable case of H1N1 (swine flu) virus infection. The woman has received treatment and is being monitored by her health care provider. Her sample has been forwarded to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for confirmation.
Foodbank Offers Free Cancer Screening Info To Low-Income Women
05/11/09The Women’s Health Check program in the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is partnering in May with the Idaho Food Bank to educate low-income women about free breast and cervical cancer screening services.
Madison County Man Has Probable H1N1 (swine flu) Infection
05/08/09A Madison County man in his 30s has a probable test for H1N1 infection, with samples sent to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for confirmation.
Ada County Infant Has Probable Test for H1N1 (swine flu) Infection
05/05/09The Central District Health Department (CDHD) is announcing that an Ada County baby girl less than one year old has a probable test for H1N1 infection, with samples sent to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for confirmation. The infant was not hospitalized and is recovering at home.
Ada County Has Second Probable Test for H1N1 (Swine Flu) Infection
05/07/09A 13-year-old Ada County girl is the latest to have a probable test for the H1N1 (swine flu) virus, according to the Central District Health Department (CDHD).
CDC Confirms Swine Flu Infection in Kootenai County Woman
05/03/09The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has confirmed swine flu infection in a Kootenai County woman, the first confirmed case of swine flu in Idaho.
Kootenai County Woman Has Probable Test for Swine Flu Infection
04/30/09The Idaho State Laboratory sent Idaho’s first probable case of swine flu to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Thursday for confirmation. The patient is a Kootenai County woman in her 60s who recently traveled to Texas. So far, 38 other lab samples have tested negative.
State Monitors Flu Reports; Prepares for Possible Infections
04/29/09The Idaho State Laboratory continues to test samples from people with flu-like illnesses from across the state. However, no positive samples have been detected.
Swine Flu Guidance For Child Care Facilities and Schools
04/29/09With all the attention being paid to the Swine Flu outbreak child care operators and schools officials may be wondering what to do if one or more of their students becomes ill with flu-like symptoms. CDHD offers some help.
Idaho Health Officials Preparing for Possible Swine Flu Cases
04/27/09Idaho public health officials are asking medical providers to continue monitoring respiratory illnesses that might be related to the swine flu outbreak. Although the number of reports of respiratory illnesses in the state has been decreasing in recent weeks, public health officials are asking healthcare providers to consider swine flu in people who exhibit flu-like symptoms, especially those with a travel history to affected areas.
Swine Flu Outbreak: Recommendations for Idahoans
04/24/09An outbreak of swine flu in Mexico may be related to eight cases of swine flu in California and Texas. Because of this, Idaho healthcare officials are issuing an advisory.
More Idaho Smokers Seek Help In Kicking Habit
04/10/09A record number of Idaho smokers are taking advantage of free Idaho Project Filter services to help kick the nicotine habit as the federal tax increases on tobacco products.
Baby Chicks Can be Dangerous Easter Gifts
04/09/09The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is urging people not to purchase baby birds as children’s Easter gifts.
Parents of Insured Children Will be Responsible for Vaccine Costs
04/08/09Federal stimulus money the Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) had anticipated using to purchase children’s vaccines is less than projected, with DHW now moving forward with its original plan of having families with insurance coverage being responsible for their children’s vaccinations. Beginning July 1st, insured families will be required to pay insurance deductibles and copays for their children’s vaccines.
National Public Health Week - April 6-12, 2009
04/06/09Since 1995, when the first full week of April was declared as National Public Health Week (NPHW), communities across the country have celebrated NPHW to recognize the contributions of public health and highlight issues that are important to improving the public’s health.
CDHD Transitions Out Of Senior Nutrition Programs
04/02/09After 35 years, health district can no longer afford to subsidize program.
Eating Right When Money Is Tight: Advice for People with Diabetes
03/24/09Making healthy food choices on a budget can be a challenge for anyone. But for the 86,000 Idahoans living with diabetes, eating right when money is tight is critical in managing this chronic disease.
Meals On Wheels Needs Drivers
03/20/09The Meals On Wheels program needs additional volunteer drivers to deliver meals to homebound elderly in the Boise area. There are two routes in need of drivers.
Get Your Tickets for the 12th Annual Culinary Walk-About
03/16/09Tickets are now on sale for the 12th Annual Culinary Walk-About, a fundraiser for the Meals On Wheels program in Ada and Elmore counties. The popular event will be held from 6-9 p.m., Thursday, April 9, 2009 at the Boise Centre on the Grove.
CDHD Discontinues Immunizations Services in Boise County
03/11/09The Central District Health Department (CDHD) is today announcing the end of Immunizations services in Boise County.
Colon Cancer in Idaho
02/27/09The face of colon cancer is strikingly familiar. It is the second leading cause of cancer deaths for both men and women, claiming more than 49,000 lives a year in the U.S.
Idaho Flu Reports Increase; People Urged to Take Precautions
02/26/09The flu is beginning to sicken increasing numbers of Idaho residents, prompting health officials to urge people to get vaccinated and take precautions to protect their health.
CDHD Announces Major Changes to Immunizations Program
02/19/09Today the Central District Health Department (CDHD) is announcing a major restructuring of its Immunizations program. Effective March 1st, CDHD will no longer be offering Adult or Travel immunizations.
Who Pays? - Health Districts Seek to Increase Food Establishment License Fees
02/18/09The seven Idaho public health districts are asking the Legislature to allow them to increase the fees charged to food establishments, in an attempt to bring the fees closer to the actual cost of providing the services.
Number of Pertussis Cases Continues to Rise
02/04/09The number of pertussis (Whooping Cough) cases in Ada and Elmore counties has now climbed to 18 according to disease investigators at the Central District Health Department (CDHD).
Boise Seniors Invited to Lunch and Fitness Classes
02/05/09The Boise Senior Activities Center offers hot lunch every weekday and Fit & Fall Proof classes every Tuesday and Friday.
Meals On Wheels Valentine-A-Grams Are Back!
01/16/09Following on the heels of last year’s successful Valentine-A-Gram fundraiser, the Meals On Wheels program is again offering to deliver a box of heavenly treats for your sweetie.
Idaho Health Officials Advise Avoiding Products Containing Peanut Butter
01/29/09Idaho health officials urge Idahoans to check their shelves for peanut butter-containing products that may be implicated in a multistate outbreak of Salmonella serotype Typhimurium.
Salmonella Outbreak May Have Contributed to Idaho Man’s Death
01/15/09Idaho health officials are reporting that a Salmonella infection from a strain that has been linked to a multistate outbreak may have sickened at least 10 Idahoans and contributed to the death of an Eastern Idaho man over the age of 65.
Bus Travelers May Have Been Exposed to Meningitis
01/15/09Idaho health officials are asking people who traveled on a Greyhound bus from Salt Lake City, Utah, to Boise, Idaho, on Jan. 11, 2009, to contact the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare immediately at (208) 334-5939 due to possible exposure to meningitis.
CDHD Offers Free Flu Shots To Vulnerable Populations
01/13/09The Central District Health Department (CDHD) will be offering free flu shots to residents of the Latah Village Apartments in Boise on Friday January 16th.
CDHD Reports Pertussis Cases in Ada County
12/30/08In the last week 2 new cases of pertussis have been reported in Ada County. One case was in a teenager and one in an adult male.
Central District Health Announces Holiday Closings
12/19/08The Boise office of the Central District Health Department (CDHD) will be closed Christmas Day Thursday December 25th and New Year’s Day Thursday January 1st, 2009. The office will be open the day after Christmas, December 26th and the day after New Year’s, January 2nd, but not all services will be available as noted below.
A Third of Idaho Children Are At Risk of Being Overweight
12/17/08A new study shows that nearly a third of Idaho third graders are overweight or at risk for becoming overweight, increasing their chances of health problems such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol and Type 2 diabetes.
Pertussis Confirmed in Canyon County
12/12/08Southwest District Health confirms two positive cases of pertussis with more cases under investigation.
CDHD Concerned About Pertussis Outbreak
12/11/08The Central District Health Department (CDHD) has been tracking a number of pertussis (Whooping Cough) cases in Mountain Home since mid-September. To date there have been eight cases, of which six were teenagers and two were adults.
Holiday Giving Opportunities for Meals On Wheels
12/1/08In addition to the traditional methods of donating to Meals On Wheels, there are a variety of ways to enhance the lives of seniors on the program.
CDHD Promotes National Influenza Vaccination Week
12/01/08The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has designated the week of December 8-14, 2008, as National Influenza Vaccination Week.
Meals On Wheels Seeks Small Gifts for Seniors
12/01/08The Meals On Wheels program provides hot nutritious meals to about 600 homebound seniors in Ada and Elmore counties every week day throughout the year, but during the holidays the volunteers like to deliver a little something extra.
Central District Health Department Closes for Staff Meeting
11/28/08All offices of the Central District Health Department (CDHD) will be closed on Friday December 12, 2008 for an all-staff meeting.
Foodbank, Humane Society and Meals On Wheels Team Up to Assist Families with Pets
11/24/08The Idaho Foodbank, the Idaho Humane Society and Meals On Wheels have formed a unique partnership to help people feed their pets during this time of financial distress.
Central District Health Announces Thanksgiving Holiday Closings
11/19/08All offices of the Central District Health Department (CDHD) will be closed for the Thanksgiving Day holiday Thursday November 27th. In Boise only the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program will be closed on Friday November 28th.
Purchase Morningside Products and Help Meals on Wheels
11/18/08Morningside Products, a Boise-based distributor of bath and body products, has announced that the Meals On Wheels program will be among the recipients of a new charitable giving program called "Shop and Share."
Meals On Wheels, Banfield & Petsmart Accepting Food for Senior's Pets
11/11/08For many seniors living alone having a pet is a great comfort. But rising prices are forcing some seniors to make tough choices between feeding their pets and feeding themselves. In an effort to help seniors feed their pets, the Meals On Wheels program is once again joining forces with Petsmart and Banfield, The Pet Hospital to collect dog and cat food through the Season of Suppers™.
Idaho’s Diabetes Rates More Than Triple in Past Decade
11/06/08The prevalence of diabetes in Idaho has more than tripled in the past decade, rising from 3 percent to almost 10 percent of the Idaho adult population.
First Confirmed Flu Case in Ada County
10/31/08Flu season has officially arrived in Ada County. The first confirmed case of influenza was found in an Ada County woman in her thirties.
CDHD Offers Additional Resources for Continuity of Operations Planning
10/31/08As part of its ongoing efforts to help the community plan for disasters, the Central District Health Department’s (CDHD) Public Health Preparedness program has posted new resources specific to businesses on the CDHD website. Continuity of Operations or COOP Planning attempts to mitigate the impact of natural and human-caused disasters.
Idaho’s First Flu-Related Death Reported in Panhandle
10/29/08Idaho health officials are reporting a recent influenza-related death this month of a woman over the age of 50 in the Panhandle. This is the first flu-related death of the season reported in Idaho.
CDHD To Hold "Vote & Vax" Flu Clinics on Election Day
10/27/08On Election Day 2008, those who cast their ballots at the Central District Health Department (CDHD) in Boise will find that they can do more than vote—they can also get a flu shot.
Time Change a Good Time to Check Your Emergency Supplies, says Idaho Public Health Association
10/29/08When’s the last time you’ve checked your stash of spare batteries? How about your first aid kit?
Southern Idaho McDonald’s Serves Up Wholesome ‘Good Fit Meals™’.
10/07/08Central District Health Department Certifies 13 Meals Now Available in 32 Treasure Valley Area McDonald’s
Idaho Unveils Website to Help Idahoans Prepare for Pandemic Influenza
10/06/08Is your family prepared for school closures, empty food shelves and no available medical care? Could your business still function with 40% of workers staying home?
Get Ready For Flu Season
09/26/08CDHD OFFERS WALK-IN FLU CLINICS - Flu season will soon be upon us and the Central District Health Department will begin offering adult flu vaccinations on a walk-in basis at all three of its office beginning in early October.
National Preparedness Month, 2008
09/08September is National Preparedness Month 2008, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s READY Campaign. The Public Health Preparedness (PHP) Program at Central District Health is taking part in this effort by encouraging all citizens to take steps to prepare for emergencies.
Visit Ready.gov or contact the PHP Program for more information.
Two More Elmore County Residents Test Positive for West Nile Virus
09/08/08On Friday September 5th Central District Health Department (CDHD) announced the first laboratory-confirmed case of human West Nile virus infection in Elmore County this year. Today CDHD is announcing two more human cases of West Nile infection in Elmore County.
Elmore County Resident Tests Positive for West Nile Virus
09/05/08An Elmore County woman in her 30’s has tested positive for West Nile virus infection. She is the first Elmore County resident with laboratory-confirmed, West Nile infection reported to the Central District Health Department in 2008.
Idaho Health Officials Urge Parents to Check Children’s Immunization Records
09/05/08State’s Low Immunization Rate Raises Concern for Possible Disease Outbreaks.
CDHD Offers Posters to Pool Operators
08/19/08In response to the record number of cases of Cryptosporidiosis last year in Idaho the Central District Health Department (CDHD) is teaming up with the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare to fight the disease this summer.
Idaho Issues Statewide Fish Advisory for Bass
08/18/08Idaho health officials are advising women of childbearing age, women who are pregnant or nursing and children 15 years of age and younger to limit their consumption of bass caught in Idaho waters.
Make Sure Your Teen Is Up-To-Date On Needed Immunizations
08/04/08Do teens need shots? Yes, teens need immunizations, too, and many people do not know they are just as important for teens as they are for children and infants.
Ada County Resident Tests Positive For West Nile Virus
07/25/08An Ada County man in his 30’s has tested positive for acute, West Nile virus infection. He is the first Ada County resident with laboratory-confirmed, West Nile infection reported to the Health Department in 2008.
Heat Stress and the Elderly
07/25/08Rocks Natural Idaho Spring Water Donates to Meals On Wheels
West Nile Cases Are Increasing
07/24/08Southwest District Health (SWDH) officials have confirmed the first human case of West Nile in Canyon County, as the cases in the state begin to rise.
First Human Cases of West Nile Virus Reported in Idaho
07/21/08Two Idahoans have tested positive for West Nile virus. They represent the first, locally-acquired human infections to be reported in the state this year.
Mountain Home Mosquito Pool Tests Positive For West Nile
07/15/08Mosquitoes collected in a trap in Mountain Home have tested positive for West Nile virus, according to results released Monday July 14, 2008 by the Idaho State Bureau of Laboratories.
Idaho Health Officials Addressing Growing Diabetes Epidemic
06/30/08The number of Idaho adults diagnosed with diabetes is on the rise, increasing from 72,000 in 2006 to 87,000 in 2007.
Health District to go Tobacco-Free July 1st.
06/12/08The Central District Health Department (CDHD) is today announcing that as of July 1, 2008 all of its campuses, in Boise, Mountain Home and McCall, will go tobacco-free.
Skyrocketing Gas and Food Prices Put Hungry Seniors at Greater Risk
06/05/08A survey of Meals On Wheels programs in all 50 states, conducted by the Meals On Wheels Association of America (MOWAA) between May 22 and May 30, paints a graphic and disturbing picture of the serious impact that skyrocketing gas and food prices are having on Senior Nutrition Programs.
Rabies Season Begins - Use Caution!
06/04/08Spring is the time of year when bats and other wild animals come out of hibernation. Some of these animals - especially bats - may be infected with the rabies virus.
Prepare for a Safe and Fun Holiday Weekend
05/23/08High river flows and lingering snow pack will greet many Idaho outdoor enthusiasts this Memorial Day weekend, the traditional kick-off for summer fun and travel. As residents prepare for coming months of outdoor recreation, a few health tips can make your travel and adventures more enjoyable and rewarding.
A Clean Pool Is a Healthy Pool
05/22/08The week of May 19 – 25 is Recreational Water Illness Prevention Week, a time for the Central District Health Department (CDHD) and local pool operators to remind the public that they hold the key to preventing illnesses associated with swimming pools and splash pads.
Prepare for a Safe and Fun Holiday Weekend
05/16/08What could be more American than summertime picnics, barbeques and camping? As you prepare for holiday travel and activities the Central District Health Department (CDHD) wants to share some tips on how you can protect yourself, your family and friends from foodborne illness when preparing, storing and cooking food outdoors.
Project Filter Asks Smokers: “Tell Us” How to Help You Quit Smoking
05/12/08The number of Idaho adults who smoke dropped a full percentage point to 16.8 percent between 2005 and 2006, and the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare’s “Project Filter – Idaho Fights Tobacco” is asking for the public’s help to keep up the momentum.
Spring Brings More Than Flowers
05/06/08Health District Warns of Hantavirus. With warmer weather and melting snows, people are returning to their shuttered mountain cabins and out buildings. When they get there they may find evidence of some unwelcome guests.
CDHD Hosts Annual Pandemic Summit
04/18/08On Wednesday April 23, 2008 the Central District Health Department (CDHD) will host another in a series of Pandemic Influenza Summit meetings at the Boise Centre on the Grove.
2006 Idaho Vital Statistics Report Is Out
04/15/08The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare’s Idaho Vital Statistics 2006 report is out, offering a wealth of information about the major life events happening in the state.
Health Officials Urge Parents to Protect their Children from Measles
04/09/08Idaho parents are urged to check the immunization records of their children, as outbreaks of measles have erupted in two western states this year, California and Arizona. Public health officials are worried that the highly contagious, respiratory illness could be imported and spread in Idaho because many children are not up-to-date on their immunizations.
CDHD Offers Information on Hepatitis A
04/01/08It has now been two weeks since the Red Feather Lounge employee with hepatitis A last worked at the establishment. Anyone potentially exposed to the disease between March 5th and 17th will no longer be eligible for a vaccination because it would not be effective.
Healthy Habits Can Reverse Pre-Diabetes Diagnosis
03/20/08After a lifetime of unhealthy eating and little physical activity, Deb Filler, a project manager in the Department of Health and Welfare’s Information Technology Division, found herself diagnosed with type-2 diabetes at age 45.
Easter Sunday & Meals On Wheels
03/18/08The annual tradition of Easter meal deliveries continues this Sunday when Meals On Wheels volunteers deliver hot meals to about 120 homebound seniors in Ada County.
Learning All Five Heart Attack Signs and Symptoms Could Save Your Life
03/17/08Do you know all the signs and symptoms of a heart attack? If not, now’s the time to commit them to memory. Taking time to recognize all five signs and symptoms of a heart attack can save your life or the life of someone you love.
Mayors to Deliver Meals On Wheels
03/14/08In recognition of National Mayors for Meals Day, every Ada County Mayor and the Mayor of Mountain Home will be delivering Meals On Wheels next week.
Area Agencies Team Up on Mercury Awareness
03/10/08In the past three weeks there have been four mercury spill incidents in the Treasure Valley, two in area schools, one in a private home, and one on a public street. While none of these incidents has resulted in any long-term problems for people or the environment, they do serve as a reminder that mercury can pose dangers.
It’s Time to Set Your Clocks, Check Your Stocks!
03/06/08Daylight saving time begins this Sunday, March 9. As you set our clocks forward, it also is a good time to check your stocks; that is, your emergency stockpile of food and other essentials. These are the things you and your family will need if a disaster or disease outbreak strikes.
Health Officials Report First Flu-Related Deaths in Idaho This Year
03/05/08Health officials are reporting two influenza-related deaths this week; one from Southeast Idaho and one from Southwest Idaho. Both deaths involved women over the age of 50 and are the first reported flu-related deaths in Idaho this year.
Elmore County Commissioner Connie Cruser Named to CDHD Board of Health
02/27/08The Central District Health Department (CDHD) Board of Health announces the appointment of Elmore County Commissioner Connie Cruser to the Board of Health.
Health District and BSU Graduate Students Conduct Community Assessment
02/21/08The Central District Health Department (CDHD), with the help of Boise State University Master of Health Science graduate students, will be conducting door-to-door interviews with residents of Boise and Garden City.
Influenza on the Rise, Vaccines Protect Against Respiratory Diseases
02/05/08Health officials are now reporting widespread flu-like activity in Idaho.
Meals on Wheels Offers Valentine-A-Grams
01/22/08With Valentine's Day just around the corner you might be thinking of what you're going to get that special someone. You could be traditional with flowers and chocolates, or you could be among the first to order a Valentine-A-Gram from the Meals On Wheels program.
USDA and CDHD Give Food Safety Advice to Kick Off Your Super Bowl Party
01/28/08Millions of Americans will settle down in front of the television on Super Bowl Sunday to cheer on their favorite team, making this the second highest day of food consumption in the United States after Thanksgiving.
Health Districts Release West Nile Study Results
01/22/08Today the Central and Southwest District Health Departments are releasing preliminary results of a study of those affected by the West Nile virus outbreak of 2006.
Free Radon Test to the First 1,000 Callers
01/11/08The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare's Indoor Environment Program is offering a free radon test kit to the first 1,000 callers during the month of January, which is National Radon Action Month.
Holiday Break A Good Time For a Flu Shot
12/20/07It's the holidays. The kids are home from school, the relatives are in town and the last thing you want to worry about is getting sick. Why not take this opportunity to bring the family in for a seasonal influenza vaccination?
Meals On Wheels Seeks Small Gifts for Seniors
11/28/07The Meals On Wheels program provides hot nutritious meals to more than 600 homebound seniors in Ada and Elmore counties every day throughout the year, but during the holidays the volunteers like to deliver a little something extra.
CDHD Supports National Influenza Vaccination Week
11/20/07The Central District Health Department (CDHD) is joining the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in recognizing the week after Thanksgiving, November 27 to December 2, as National Influenza Vaccination Week.
Holiday Food Safety Tips
11/16/07The Central District Health Department (CDHD) encourages consumers to pay special attention to the handling and preparation of foods during the upcoming holiday season.
Meals On Wheels Joins National Effort To Feed Pets
11/13/07The pets of seniors who receive Meals On Wheels will soon be getting home-delivered meals of their own.
Hot Meals and Flu Shots
10/24/07Today a select group of Meals On Wheels recipients will receive a free flu shot along with their daily meal delivery. The Central District Health Department (CDHD) is staging a Public Health Preparedness exercise to test its plans to serve special populations in the event of a health emergency.
People Urged to Get Vaccinated as Idaho’s First Influenza Case is Reported
10/18/07Idaho’s first confirmed case of seasonal influenza has been reported, prompting health officials to urge people to get vaccinated. Every year the flu contributes to the deaths of 36,000 people in the United States, causing over 200,000 hospitalizations.
Salmonella Illnesses Linked to Poultry Pot Pies
10/09/07Eight Salmonella infections reported in Idaho are being investigated and may be related to pot pies containing poultry meat.
West Nile Contributes to Death of Payette Woman
10/02/07A Payette County woman in her 70s has died from complications of West Nile virus.
Get Ready for Flu Season
10/02/07CDHD offers walk-in flu clinics. On Tuesday October 16th the Central District Health Department (CDHD) will start offering walk-in flu clinics for adults.
Boise Family Begins Treatment After Rabid Bat Found in Home
09/19/07A bat found last week in a Boise home has tested positive for rabies. The couple and their two children living in the home all had potential exposures to the rabid bat and have sought medical care.
Crypto Cases Continue To Rise
09/11/07The Central District Health Department has investigated over 100 confirmed cases of Cryptosporiodosis (crypto) since the beginning of August.
Rise in Crypto Cases Prompts Warnings
08/29/07The number of cryptosporidiosis cases reported to the Central District Health Department continues to rise. As of Thursday September 6, 2007 the district had 76 confirmed cases. Most cases have been reported in the last 30 days.
Public Health Officials Issue Warning About an Increase in Recreational Water Illnesses
08/23/07The Idaho Division of Health and state District Health Departments are warning people about an increase of cryptosporidiosis cases associated with swimming in recreational waters, including lakes, rivers, canals, swimming pools, waterparks, and splash fountains.
Wildfires Spark Health Advisory for Idaho Residents
08/16/07The Idaho Departments of Health and Welfare and Environmental Quality are warning people across Idaho of potentially unhealthy and even hazardous air quality conditions from wildfire smoke.
Good Deeds
08/06/07The Meals On Wheels program of the Central District Health Department would like to thank Idaho Central Credit Union (ICCU) for donating nearly $520 through its "Coins That Care" program.
Wildfires Spark Health Advisory for Southwest Idaho Residents
08/02/07The Idaho Departments of Health and Welfare and Environmental Quality are warning people of potentially unhealthy and even hazardous air quality conditions from wildfire smoke.
Valley County Crow Tests Positive For West Nile Virus
07/31/07The Idaho Department of Fish and Game office in McCall has confirmed that a crow found in the McCall area on July 23rd has tested positive for the West Nile virus, the first confirmation in a bird this year in Valley County.
Botulism Fears Prompt Recall of Canned Food for Humans and Pets
07/24/07A nationwide recall of canned meat products possibly contaminated with botulism toxin has been jointly announced by U.S.D.A's Food Safety and Inspection Service and the Food and Drug Administration.
Good Deeds
07/19/07The Meals on Wheels program at the Central District Health Department is pleased to announce the gift of 26 cases of bottled water from Nagel Beverage Company.
