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- OMMU Weekly Update June 15, 2018
- 4 Benefits of Donating Blood June 11, 2018
- Men— Do You Need a Health Tune-Up? June 11, 2018
- 20th Anniversary Family Café June 11, 2018
- OMMU Weekly Update June 08, 2018
- Florida Health Prevents Unlicensed Activity in Miami and Orlando June 05, 2018
- Florida Department of Health Issues Suspension and Restriction Orders June 04, 2018
- OMMU Weekly Update June 01, 2018
- Are You Hurricane Ready? June 01, 2018
- Florida Receives 2017 State Fluoridation Initiative Award June 01, 2018
- Swim it, Shore it or Dodge it! June 01, 2018
- Hinds Appointed Health OfficerFor Gulf and Franklin Counties June 01, 2018
- Florida Health Highlights Alzheimer's Disease Research During National Alzheimer's and Brain Health Awareness Month June 01, 2018
- OMMU Weekly Update May 25, 2018
- Florida Health Wishes Residents and Visitors a Safe, Healthy Memorial Day May 25, 2018
- Health and Agriculture Officials Urge Mosquito-Borne Illness Awareness May 22, 2018
- May is Lupus Awareness Month May 21, 2018
- OMMU Weekly Update May 18, 2018
- Get Ready to Grill Safely May 16, 2018
- OMMU Weekly Update May 11, 2018
- Asthma Awareness Month May 11, 2018
- Mother’s Day May 11, 2018
- Speedling Appointed Health Officer for Jackson County May 10, 2018
- Florida Department of Health Honors Registered School Nurses May 09, 2018
- Florida Department of Health Issues Suspension and Restriction Orders May 07, 2018
- Florida Health Reminds Residents To Get Ready for Hurricane Season May 07, 2018
- Florida Health Thanks Florida's Nurses During National Nurses Week May 07, 2018
- Handwashing May 05, 2018
- OMMU Weekly Update May 04, 2018
- 5 Excuses Everyone Uses to Not Exercise May 03, 2018
- Florida Health Encourages Sun Safety During Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month May 02, 2018
- Hepatitis Awareness Month May 01, 2018
- Keep Your Cool in Hot Weather May 01, 2018
- National Bike Month April 30, 2018
- OMMU Weekly Update April 27, 2018
- National Minority Health Month 2018 April 24, 2018
- OMMU Weekly Update April 20, 2018
- Florida Health Highlights Bright Expectations During National Autism Month April 18, 2018
- Florida Health Focuses on Addressing Health Disparities During National Minority Health Month April 16, 2018
- OMMU Weekly Update April 13, 2018
- Florida Health Recognizes National Child Abuse Prevention Month April 12, 2018
- Florida Health and Partners Roll Out State Health Improvement Plan and Seeks Feedback for State Health Assessment Report April 11, 2018
- Florida Department of Health Issues Suspension and Restriction Orders April 10, 2018
- Child Abuse Prevention April 09, 2018
- OMMU Weekly Update April 06, 2018
- Swim It Shore It or Dodge It April 03, 2018
- 6 Healthy Spring Cleaning Tips April 03, 2018
- National Public Health Week (NPHW) April 03, 2018
- OMMU Weekly Update March 30, 2018
- Joint Investigation Leads To Arrest of Liliana Patricia Sanchez for Practicing As An Unlicensed Doctor March 30, 2018
- Florida Health Celebrates National Doctors Day March 30, 2018
- OMMU Weekly Update March 23, 2018
- Moffses Named Health Officer for DOH-Columbia and Hamilton Counties March 21, 2018
- OMMU Weekly Update March 16, 2018
- Florida Department of Health Addresses Annual County Health Rankings March 14, 2018
- OMMU Weekly Update March 09, 2018
- Florida Health Awards 2 Million for Childhood Cancer Research March 08, 2018
- Florida Health Reminds Residents of Upcoming OMMU Rule Workshops March 08, 2018
- Joint Investigation Leads To the Arrest of Samir Gasub El Charif Abreu for Practicing As an Unlicensed Doctor March 07, 2018
- Florida Health Launches Online Payment Option for Medical Marijuana ID Cards March 07, 2018
- Florida Department of Health Issues Suspension and Restriction Orders March 06, 2018
- Florida Health Promotes Healthy Eating During Nutrition Month March 05, 2018
- OMMU Weekly Update March 02, 2018
- Fl Health Raises Awareness for Colorectal Cancer Screening Early Detection March 01, 2018
- 16 Million Awarded in Research Funding To Develop Treatments, Cures for Cancer, Tobacco Diseases February 26, 2018
- OMMU Weekly Update February 23, 2018
- Joint Investigation Leads To Arrest of Pediatrician for Fraud February 23, 2018
- February Is Childrens Dental Health Month February 23, 2018
- Apply Now for Healthy Community Champion Recognition February 19, 2018
- OMMU Weekly Update February 16, 2018
- Florida Health Upgrades Medical Marijuana Use Registry To Streamline Photo Submission Process February 16, 2018
- Florida Health Reminds You To Show Your Heart Some Love this Valentine's Day February 14, 2018
- OMMU Weekly Update February 09, 2018
- Florida Department of Health Issues Suspension and Restriction Orders February 07, 2018
- Florida Health Observes National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day February 07, 2018
- OMMU Weekly Update February 02, 2018
- OMMU Weekly Update January 26, 2018
- 2018 National Birth Defects Prevention Month January 22, 2018
- OMMU Weekly Update January 19, 2018
- Floridians Reminded to Avoid Medical Marijuana Scams January 19, 2018
- Florida's Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact to be Implemented Statewide January 19, 2018 January 18, 2018
- With Flu Season Peaking, It's Never Too Late To Get Your Flu Shot January 14, 2018
- OMMU Weekly Update January 12, 2018
- Human Trafficking Awareness January 11, 2018
- OMMU Weekly Update January 05, 2018
- Florida Department of Health Issues Suspension and Restriction Orders January 05, 2018
- Get a Healthy Start To the New Year with the Florida Health 60 Day Challenge January 05, 2018
- Florida Department of Health Announces Grant Funding for Alzheimer's Disease Research January 04, 2018
- FLORIDA HEALTH CELEBRATES NATIONAL RADON ACTION MONTH January 04, 2018
- Florida Health Shares Safety Tips for Winter Weather January 02, 2018
- FLORIDA HEALTH PARTNERS WITH UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE IN PROMOTING THE CHILD CARE FOOD PROGRAM January 02, 2018
- OMMU Weekly Update December 29, 2017
- OMMU Weekly Update December 22, 2017
- OMMU Weekly Update December 15, 2017
- OMMU Weekly Update December 08, 2017
- Florida Department of Health Issues Suspension and Restriction Orders December 06, 2017
- With Flu Season in Full Swing, It's Never Too Late To Get Your Flu Shot December 05, 2017
- WEEKLY UPDATE – December 1, 2017 December 01, 2017
- On World AIDS Day, Florida Health Continues Statewide Fight Against HIV/AIDS December 01, 2017
- 2017 Maintain, Don't Gain! Holiday Challenge November 21, 2017
- Single Case of Locally Transmitted Zika Identified in Miami-Dade County November 17, 2017
- Joint Investigation Leads To Arrest in Surfside November 17, 2017
- Gov. Scott's Securing Florida's Future Budget Protects the Health of Families and Visitors November 14, 2017
- Holiday Food Safety November 14, 2017
- Florida Department of Health Issues Suspension and Restriction Orders November 13, 2017
- FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SALUTES SERVICE MEN AND WOMEN ON VETERANS DAY November 09, 2017
- Sexually Transmitted Case of Zika Identified in Miami-Dade County November 03, 2017
- DOH-COLLIER IMMOKALEE CLINIC RECOGNIZED FOR CDC HPV VACCINE CHAMPION AWARD November 02, 2017
- Hand Washing October 31, 2017
- Fluoridation October 31, 2017
- Setting the Record Straight: Sun Sentinel omits facts in story on DOH, State Health Care Regulatory Boards Accountability Actions October 26, 2017
- October Is Take Your Loved One To the Doctor Month October 13, 2017
- Joint Investigation Leads to Arrest of an Unlicensed Medical Doctor October 12, 2017
- Single Case of Locally Transmitted Zika Identified in Manatee County October 12, 2017
- Keep Vaccine Between You and the Disease this Flu Season October 12, 2017
- ZIKA RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTED AT DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SYMPOSIUM October 09, 2017
- MEDIA ADVISORY: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO HIGHLIGHT ZIKA RESEARCH AT SYMPOSIUM October 06, 2017
- Joint Investigation Leads To Arrest in Unlicensed Practice of Dentistry in Miami October 06, 2017
- Breast Cancer Awareness Month October 04, 2017
- Flu Free Florida October 04, 2017
- Florida Kidcare Announces Extended Deadline for Families Impacted By Hurricane Irma October 03, 2017
- Florida Health Celebrates Healthy, Happy Hearts on World Heart Day September 29, 2017
- Use Caution To Safely Clean Up Debris September 19, 2017
- Coping with Stress After Hurricane Irma September 18, 2017
- DOH Cautions To Avoid Flood Water September 18, 2017
- Take Action To Minimize Mold and Dampness After Hurricane Irma September 18, 2017
- Statement Regarding Claims By Hollywood Hills Rehabilitation Center September 15, 2017
- Assisted Living Facilities, Nursing Homes and Hospitals Are Receiving Frequent Wellness Checks September 15, 2017
- Do Not Use Generators Indoors September 15, 2017
- DOH Cautions Residents in Monroe County To Avoid Exposure To Poisonous Plants September 15, 2017
- DOH Reminds Residents To Avoid Contact with Stray Pets and Wildlife September 15, 2017
- DOH Urges Residents in Monroe County To Not Drink Contaminated Water September 15, 2017
- DOH Urges Caution With Sewage, Septic Tanks After Hurricane Irma September 14, 2017
- Oxygen-Dependent Patient Resources After The Storm September 14, 2017
- Prevent Illness In Shelters After Hurricane Irma September 14, 2017
- After The Storm, Remember To Drain And Cover September 14, 2017
- DOH Urges Residents To Not Drink Contaminated Water September 14, 2017
- DOH-Polk Special Care Clinic Resumes Limited Services September 14, 2017
- After the Storm September 13, 2017
- Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisonings After Hurricane Irma September 13, 2017
- Florida Department of Health in Polk County Resumes Limited Services on Wednesday, September 13 September 12, 2017
- DOH-Polk Warns Against the Dangers of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning September 08, 2017
- Emergency Preparedness September 07, 2017
- Disaster Preparations for Families with Children September 07, 2017
- DOH-Polk Office Closures for Hurricane Irma September 07, 2017
- New Administrator Selected For Marion County August 24, 2017
- CNN INACCURATELY CHARACTERIZES FLORIDA CMS PROGRAM August 18, 2017
- Protect Your Eyes While Experiencing the Solar Eclipse August 16, 2017
- back to school immunization August 10, 2017
- Florida Department of Health Issues Suspension and Restriction Orders August 08, 2017
- Florida Department of Health Celebrates National Breastfeeding Month August 02, 2017
- Florida Department of Health Zika Update – First Sexually Transmitted Case Confirmed in 2017 August 01, 2017
- Sewage Precautions After the Storm August 01, 2017
- FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN POLK CELEBRATES WORLD BREASTFEEDING WEEK July 31, 2017
- Florida Department of Health Names New Deputy Secretary for Children's Medical Services (CMS) July 25, 2017
- DEP AND DOH REMIND FLORIDA RESIDENTS AND VISITORS TO BE MINDFUL OF POTENTIAL SUMMERTIME ALGAL BLOOMS July 21, 2017
- Swim it, Shore it, or Dodge it July 11, 2017
- Florida Department of Health Issues Suspension and Restriction Orders July 07, 2017
- Florida Department of Health Recognizes Recipients of 27th Annual Emergency Medical Services Awards June 28, 2017
- Florida Department of Health Highlights Importance of Knowing Your Status on National Hiv Testing Day June 27, 2017
- Well Water June 21, 2017
- Florida Department of Health Recognizes National Men's Health Week June 12, 2017
- DOH Shares How You Can Stay Safe in the Water This Summer June 07, 2017
- Florida Department of Health Issues Suspension and Restriction Orders June 06, 2017
- Florida Department of Health Names New Administrator for Jefferson and Madison Counties June 02, 2017
- Florida Department of Health Urges Residents to Be Prepared As Hurricane Season Starts June 01, 2017
- Enjoy a Safe Swim During Healthy and Safe Swimming Week and All Summer Long May 22, 2017
- Florida Teen Wins Top Award Among Youth Advocates Working Against Tobacco May 22, 2017
- Dr. Tommy Schechtman Recognized for CDC Childhood Immunization Champion Award May 18, 2017
- Florida Department of Health Provides Zika Virus Update During Clinician Conference Call May 17, 2017
- Florida Department of Health Recognizes National Women's Health Week May 12, 2017
- Florida Department of Health Recognizes Florida Nurses During National Nurse Week and School Nurse Day May 10, 2017
- What's the True Cost of Smoking? May 08, 2017
- Florida Department of Health Encourages Floridians to Get Ready for Hurricane Season May 08, 2017
- Polk County Water Safety and Swimming Opportunities May 08, 2017
- Florida Department of Health Issues Suspension and Restriction Orders May 05, 2017
- Gov. Scott Directs Statewide Public Health Emergency for Opioid Epidemic May 03, 2017
- May Is Asthma Awareness Month May 02, 2017
- Five Important Reasons to Vaccinate Your Child April 26, 2017
- National Minority Health Month April 25, 2017
- DOH Names Director for Division of Disease Control and Health Protection April 21, 2017
- Department Urges Caution to Avoid Reported Medical Marijuana Scams April 19, 2017
- Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program Connects Wic Participants With No-cost Fresh, Locally Grown Florida Produce April 17, 2017
- DCF, DOH, FDLE to Hold Workshops on Opioid Use April 14, 2017
- Planting Pinwheels to Raise Awareness for Child Abuse Prevention Month 2017 April 12, 2017
- Florida Department of Health Encourages Education on National Youth HIV & AIDS Awareness Day April 10, 2017
- Florida Department of Health Issues Suspension and Restriction Orders April 10, 2017
- Bridging Health Equity Across Communities April 10, 2017
- NPHW - Public Health Nurses: Patient Focused, Community Driven April 07, 2017
- NPHW - Enviornmental Health: Keeping Communities Safe from the Ground Up April 06, 2017
- NPHW – Preparedness & Response: Protecting Floridians Before, During and After Public Health April 05, 2017
- Florida Department of Health Presents Healthy Weight Community Champions to Five Local Communities April 05, 2017
- Florida Department of Health Plants Pinwheels to Raise Awareness for Child Abuse Prevention Month April 04, 2017
- NPHW – Epidemiologists: A Day in the Life of a Disease Detective April 04, 2017
- State Surgeon General Teaches Children about Mosquito Bite Prevention April 03, 2017
- Florida Department of Health Celebrates National Public Health Week - The Florida Way April 03, 2017
- Florida Department of Health Celebrates Doctors on National Doctor Day March 30, 2017
- Florida Department of Health Addresses County Health Rankings March 29, 2017
- DOH Announces Two Leadership Appointments March 23, 2017
- THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN POLK PROMOTES HEALTHY EATING DURING NATIONAL NUTRITION MONTH March 22, 2017
- Department of Health Zika Update March 20, 2017
- Fight Mosquitos with these Simple Tips March 13, 2017
- Florida Health Highlights Importance of HIV Testing on National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day March 10, 2017
- Florida Department of Health Issues Suspension and Restriction Orders March 06, 2017
- Department of Health Zika Update March 02, 2017
- Child Care Food Program Provides 153 Million Nutritious Meals to Florida Children February 24, 2017
- Joint Investigation Leads to Conviction in Jupiter February 22, 2017
- During Children's Dental Health Month, Florida Health Highlights Success of School-Based Sealant Program February 17, 2017
- Donna Walsh Named Health Officer for DOH-Seminole February 14, 2017
- Florida Department of Health Recognizes 2017 Healthy Weight Community Champions February 08, 2017
- Florida Department of Health Issues Suspension and Restriction Orders February 08, 2017
- Department to Host Public Workshops on Amendment 2 Implementation February 02, 2017
- Gov. Scott's “Fighting for Florida’s Future" Budget Makes Key Investments in Zika Preparedness January 31, 2017
- Gov. Scott's "Fighting for Florida's Future" Budget Makes Key Investments in Zika Preparedness January 31, 2017
- Department of Health Daily Zika Update January 27, 2017
- Department to Host Public Meetings on Children's Medical Services Plan Model January 27, 2017
- Florida Department of Health Promotes Better Health for Babies During National Birth Defects Prevention Month January 24, 2017
- Health Care Providers Play Important Role in Fight Against Human Trafficking January 18, 2017
- Keep Vaccine Between You & Flu January 18, 2017
- Department of Health Daily Zika Update January 12, 2017
- Florida Health Celebrates National Radon Action Month January 11, 2017
- Florida Health Urges Vaccination as Flu Season Intensifies January 11, 2017
- Florida Department of Health Issues 13 Suspension and Restriction Orders in December 2016 January 10, 2017
- Paul Myers Appointed Deputy Secretary for County Health Systems January 04, 2017
- 60 day challenge January 03, 2017
- FDOH-Polk Offers Free Zika Screening to Pregnant Women August 09, 2016
- TOBACCO FREE POLK EXPOSES THE RISKS OF SECONDHAND SMOKE May 11, 2016
- Florida Department of Health Recognizes National Teen Pregnancy Prevention Month May 05, 2016
- Florida Department of Health Recognizes World Immunization Week April 25, 2016
- Florida Department of Health Observes STD Awareness Month April 08, 2016
- Savor the Flavor of Eating Right March 02, 2016
- February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month February 02, 2016
- February is Children's Dental Health Month February 01, 2016
- FDOH Polk Releases Epi-Gram volume 1 January 29, 2016
- Food Poisoning? Or Norovirus?- From Seattle Public Health December 11, 2015
- Health Department Offers Limited Services on Friday, October 16th October 13, 2015
- Death Certificates Present Final Medical Complication September 29, 2015
- September is National Preparedness Month September 01, 2015
- Health Department Provides Back-to-School Immunizations August 11, 2015
- Polk County BOCC introduces discount card programs to help alleviate high costs of prescriptions as well as health services August 04, 2015
- Health Officials Confirm Eastern Equine Encephalitis in Horse July 14, 2015
- Some Services Temporarily Unavailable as FDOH-Polk Upgrades Equipment May 18, 2015
- Polk County Annouces Free Diabetic Classes in May, June, and July May 04, 2015
- Stay Safe in the Water this Summer April 30, 2015
- Florida Department of Health Recognizes National Nutrition Month March 12, 2015
- Polk County Annouces Free Diabetic Classes February 06, 2015
- Infant Massage Classes Annouced December 16, 2014
- Child Birth Education Classes Annouced December 16, 2014
- Building a Healthier Polk Shares Findings from Primary Care Physicians December 05, 2014
- Holiday Health Tips November 14, 2014
- Incidents and Outbreaks: How is Polk County Prepared? October 01, 2014
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