Panhandle Health District

11/24/2025

Cold or Flu? Both can knock you down!
Protect yourself and schedule your flu vaccine today!

Call or text: 208.415.5270
Email: Clinic@phd1.idaho.gov

11/22/2025

With the holidays right around the corner, PHD's Environmental Health team is busy helping more than 1,600 local food establishments renew their licenses for 2026... all to keep dining out safe for our community!

But food safety starts at home, too! To help keep your family healthy this season, remember these four simple steps:

11/21/2025

Today is Universal Children's Day! Every child, everywhere, has the right to a safe, healthy, and fulfilling life. Today, the whole world comes together to stand up for kids! We're talking about their right to go to school, to be protected, to be treated fairly, and to have their voices heard.

WIC is here to support children and families by providing access to nutritious foods, health care referrals, breastfeeding support, nutrition education, and so much more-from pregnancy to your child’s 5th birthday!

Learn more and find a clinic near you: https://signupwic.com/find-a-clinic

11/20/2025

We’re Hiring: Youth Health Education Specialist!

Passionate about empowering youth and promoting healthy choices? Join our team! We’re looking for a dynamic Youth Health Education Specialist to deliver fun, engaging, and evidence-based programs on healthy relationships, sexual health, puberty, va**ng/substance-use prevention, and more. You’ll collaborate with schools, community partners, and our health promotion team to make a meaningful impact across North Idaho.

To learn more and to apply visit: https://www.indeed.com/job/youth-health-education-specialist-9475c4c1d904fb7c

11/19/2025

DHW News Release: Infant botulism case in Ada County linked to national baby formula recall:

The Department of Health and Welfare (DHW) has been notified that an infant from Ada County was hospitalized with suspected botulism, believed to be linked to ByHeart Whole Nutrition infant formula. This case is part of a nationwide outbreak currently under investigation by federal and state health....

11/19/2025

Know a teen who’s ready to ditch va**ng or ci******es?

Panhandle Health District is offering a FREE teen quit course focused on coping skills, social pressures, and strategies to quit for good.

Wednesdays, Dec. 3–17
3:45–5:00 PM
8500 N Atlas Rd, Hayden
To sign up, contact Shalisha at (208) 415-5273 or SMORENO@PHD1.IDAHO.GOV

11/17/2025

Did you know 1 in 10 babies are born preterm in the United States?

Luckily, numerous studies show that participation in is associated with improved birth outcomes, including higher birth weight, lower likelihood of neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) admission, and lower Medicaid costs for newborns and birthing parents.

You can get started with WIC as soon as you know that you’re pregnant, and we’ll be here for you throughout your pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting journey!

Learn more about prematurity and get resources: https://www.marchofdimes.org/prematurity-awareness-month

11/17/2025

Join our team and make a difference in community health!

We’re looking for a motivated, detail-driven Medical Assistant who loves working with people and thrives in a fast-paced clinic setting. CMA/RMA certification is a plus (but not required!), and BLS can be completed within six months. If you’re organized, great with patients, comfortable supporting clinical procedures, and confident using EHR systems, we’d love to meet you!

You’ll work both independently and with an amazing team, travel between clinic locations as needed, and complete NIMS/ICS 100 & 700 within your first month. A valid ID or WA driver’s license is required.

If you're passionate about quality care and ready for your next step, this role is for you!

Apply Here: https://www.indeed.com/job/medical-assistant-bb57818f37750bb8

11/15/2025

More than 38 million Americans are living with diabetes...and nearly 3,300 more are diagnosed every single day. At Panhandle Health District, we’re here to help you take charge of your health with programs designed to prevent and manage diabetes.

Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP):
A CDC-recognized, year-long lifestyle change program for individuals at risk of type 2 diabetes.

Diabetes Self-Management Education (DSME):
Personalized support and education for those living with type 1, type 2, or gestational diabetes.

Start your journey toward better health today!
Call (208) 415-5242 or email diabetes@phd1.idaho.gov
to learn more.

11/13/2025

Our Board of Health meeting is today (November 13, 2025) and will begin at 1pm. The public is welcome to attend in person or watch on our YouTube channel.

https://www.youtube.com//streams

11/11/2025

11/10/2025

Panhandle Health District's Senior Companions Program connects caring volunteers with older adults who need a friendly face, a listening ear, and a little help to live independently!

Available in 5 North Idaho locations! Call 208.415.5177 to learn more!