South Central Public Health District

10/22/2026

Knowing the signs of breast cancer is an important first step, but early detection and regular screenings are just as important.

🎀 Know your normal. Become familiar with how your breasts look and feel so you can recognize changes.

🎀 Stay up to date on screenings. Mammograms can detect breast cancer before symptoms appear. Talk with your healthcare provider about when to begin screening and how often you should be screened based on your age, risk factors, and medical history.

🎀 Don’t ignore changes. If you notice a new lump, ni**le changes, unusual discharge, skin dimpling, or any other change, contact your healthcare provider, even if your last mammogram was normal.

🎀 Know your family history. Share your family history and any personal risk factors with your healthcare provider to help determine the screening plan that’s right for you.

🎀 Early detection starts with awareness. Share this reminder and help spread the word!

10/21/2026

SCPHD is teaching several virtual to***co cessation classes, and the next session starts on Tuesday, November 3.

Get the resources (ni****ne patches, gum, or lozenges) and information you need to make a lasting change.

For more information or to register for a class, check out:
https://forms.gle/gsKUzuwzvoUfuUiNA

10/20/2026

Hello Everyone!
We're looking for dedicated volunteers for South Central Idaho's regional Citizen Review Panel. If you're interested in learning more or would like to apply, please visit:

https://phd5.idaho.gov/CRP/

10/19/2026

No matter what's on your mind or when you want to reach out, the is here to support you. Connect with someone who is ready to listen and support you. Call or text 988 or chat at 988Lifeline.org.

10/16/2026

Early detection can make all the difference. 💗

Did you know that the 5-year relative survival rate for breast cancer is nearly 100% when it's detected before it spreads beyond the breast? When breast cancer has spread to distant parts of the body, that rate drops to approximately 34%.

These numbers are a powerful reminder of why early detection matters.

💕 This October, take action for your breast health:

🎀 Schedule your recommended mammogram.
🎀 Know what’s normal for your body and speak with your healthcare provider about any changes.
🎀 Understand your personal risk and discuss the right screening plan for you.
🎀 Encourage the people you love to prioritize their breast health, too.

While no screening can prevent every breast cancer death, finding cancer early can improve the chances of successful treatment.

10/15/2026

Quick Reminder!
The DEA's Semi-Annual National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is coming up soon, and there will be drug take back locations all over the district:

• Twin Falls: At the Fred Meyer Parking Lot
• Filer: At M&W Market
• Gooding: At the Walker Center
• Burley: At Smith's
• Kimberly: At the Police Department

Please share this post to get the word out!

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10/14/2026

SCPHD organizará un "Café de Padres" el martes 10 de noviembre en la oficina de Twin Falls, de 6pm a 8pm. ¡El cupo es limitado!

Traiga a toda la familia para disfrutar de una tarde de convivencia, conversación, deliciosa comida y actividades divertidas para los niños. Por favor, registre por separado a cada adulto que planee asistir.

Para registrarse, visite el siguiente enlace:
https://bit.ly/3VwYavO

10/13/2026

Our next ServSafe Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) class is coming up next Monday and you still have time to sign up!

If you work in food service and are looking to get ServSafe Certified, this is the class you want to take.

For more information or to register, go to:
https://info.phd5.id.gov/Forms/CFPM

10/10/2026

Today (Oct. 10) is World Mental Health Day. This year's theme is "Lived experiences heard: real voices, real change."

World Mental Health Day is an opportunity to meaningfully engage with people with lived experience (PWLE) of mental health conditions and to recognize their knowledge as a vital form of expertise.

You can check out more information on this year's awareness campaign and stories from PWLEs here:
https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-mental-health-day/2026

10/09/2026

Our friends at St. Luke's Mobile Mammography Clinic are coming to several locations in Southern Idaho in October!

Did you know that routine mammograms can detect an abnormality in your breast up to two years before it can be felt?

This service is designed for individuals:
• Who can stand unassisted for 10 minutes
• Who have not had a screening mammogram within the past 12 months

Nothing is more important than your health, just ask someone who loves you!

Mobile Mammogram Clinic Dates and Locations:
• Float Magic Women's Health Event - Twin Falls | Saturday, October 10 | 10am-2pm
• Castleford School/Castleford Community Center | Monday, October 12 | 9am-3pm
• Family Health Services - Buhl Office | Tuesday, October 13 | 9am-3pm
• Family Health Services - Twin Falls Office | Wednesday, October 14 | 9am-3pm
• Oregon Trail Elementary School | Thursday, October 15 | 9am-3pm
• Women's Health Fair - Culture for Change Foundation | Saturday, October 17 | 10am-1pm
• Glanbia - Richfield | Monday, October 19 | 2pm-7pm
• Family Health Services - Rupert Office | Wednesday, October 21 | 9am-3pm
• Family Health Services - Bellevue Office | Thursday, October 22 | 9am-3pm
• Glanbia - Richfield | Friday, October 23 | 2pm-7pm
• Costco | Tuesday, October 27 | 9am-3pm
• Tough Enough to Wear Pink - Texas Roadhouse | Tuesday, October 27 | 5pm-8pm
• Family Health Services - Twin Falls Office | Wednesday, October 28 | 9am-3pm
• Family Health Services - Fairfield Office | Thursday, October 29 | 9am-3pm

To schedule your mammogram, call (208) 814-7220.