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South Central Public Health District
The South Central Public Health District is located in Twin Falls, Idaho. It is a local public health agency that provides a range of services, including immunizations, restaurant inspections and tracking of infectious diseases. The agency maintains offices in Bellevue, Burley, Gooding, Jerome and Rupert counties in Idaho. It employs professionally trained nurses, dieticians, epidemiologists, dental hygienists, health educators and environmental specialists. The South Central Public Health District offers clinics, including examinations, pregnancy testing, counseling, education, referral and contraceptives for pregnancy preparedness. The agency also provides diagnosis and treatment for sexually transmitted diseases. It conducts inspections for licensed child care facilities and providers registered with the Idaho Child Care Program. The South Central Public Health District offers health and nutrition programs for women and children who have medical and nutritional needs.