TWIN FALLS -- Planned Parenthood of Idaho has merged with two other organizations in Washington and Alaska to form Planned Parenthood of the Great Northwest.

Officials announced the merger Tuesday, saying the move was motivated by the economy.

Planned Parenthood spokesman Brian Cutler said the consolidation will result in more resources going to health care across 28 offices.

No employees lost their jobs because of the merger.

The Planned Parenthood of Idaho affiliate covers all of Idaho except the state's northern nine counties.