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October 14, 2020

The Florida Department of Health in Osceola County Warns Residents About Scam Calls

The Florida Department of Health in Osceola County (FDOH-Osceola) is warning residents about scam calls related to COVID-19 test results. During these calls, the caller ID may show up as the health department’s phone number with the caller requesting a social security number.

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October 09, 2020

The Florida Department of Health in Osceola County Announces the Availability of Community Testing

To increase access to COVID-19 testing, the Florida Department of Health in Osceola County (FDOH-Osceola) announces the availability of free community testing at various locations in Osceola County.

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October 01, 2020

The Florida Department of Health in Osceola County Urges Residents to Help Fight the Flu

The Florida Department of Health in Osceola County (FDOH-Osceola) is urging residents to contact their healthcare provider or pharmacy to get vaccinated against the flu as soon as possible. Once vaccinated, it takes about two weeks for the flu shot to offer protection.

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March 17, 2020

COVID-19 Testing Availability

The Florida Department of Health in Osceola County (FDOH-Osceola) is clarifying misinformation circulating on social media related to COVID-19 testing at the 1875 Fortune Road location.

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November 07, 2019

FDOH-OSCEOLA IDENTIFIES CASES OF HEPATITIS A IN FOOD SERVICE WORKERS; ENCOURAGES VACCINATION

The Florida Department of Health in Osceola County (FDOH-Osceola) has identified positive cases of hepatitis A in food service workers in Kissimmee, Florida.

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October 21, 2019

FLORIDA HEALTH IN OSCEOLA URGES VACCINATION AS FLU SEASON COMMENCES

The Florida Department of Health is encouraging everyone to “Be a Positive Influence - Get Vaccinated! Protect Your Family, Friends and Community Against Influenza.”

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October 08, 2019

DOH-OSCEOLA PROMOTES EARLY DETECTION AND TREATMENT TO FIGHT BREAST CANCER

In recognition of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, the Florida Department of Health in Osceola encourages all women to receive regular screenings to promote early detection and treatment of breast cancer.

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July 19, 2019

Back to School Immunizations and School Physicals!

Back to School Immunizations and School Physicals!  Make an early appointment today by calling (407) 343-2000

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June 10, 2019

Florida's Students Working Against Tobacco Receive International Award for Advocacy

Students Working Against Tobacco (SWAT), Florida’s youth-led statewide organization, is one of six individuals and groups to be honored with a 2019 World No Tobacco Day award for their Not A Lab Rat campaign.

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February 07, 2019

Vital Statistic Services Available at a New Location

The Florida Department of Health in Osceola County is excited to announce their partnership with the Osceola Tax Collector’s office has expanded to St. Cloud.

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January 23, 2019

HEALTH OFFICIALS ISSUE RABIES ALERT

The Florida Department of Health in Osceola issues the following rabies alerts: Kenansville, Florida area. This is in response to a stray cat that tested positive for rabies on December 27, 2018. Kissimmee, Florida area. This is in response to a coyote that tested positive for rabies on January 29, 2019.

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December 03, 2018

DOH-OSCEOLA OBSERVES WORLD AIDS DAY, CONTINUES FIGHT AGAINST HIV/AIDS ACROSS STATE

As the Florida Department of Health in Osceola County (DOH-Osceola) unites with partners worldwide in observance of World AIDS Day on December 1, the department reaffirms its commitment to fighting the spread of HIV/AIDS in Florida

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August 15, 2018

Florida Department of Health in Osceola County Supports Operation Best Foot Forward

Florida Department of Health in Osceola County Supports Operation Best Foot Forward

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July 11, 2018

HEALTH OFFICIALS URGE MOSQUITO-BORNE ILLNESS AWARENESS

The Florida Department of Health in Osceola County (DOH-Osceola) today advised residents there has been an increase in mosquito-borne disease activity in areas of Osceola County.

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June 22, 2018

Teens in Osceola County Help Lead Florida’s Movement Against Tobacco

Students Working Against Tobacco (SWAT), Florida’s statewide youth-led movement to combat the tobacco industry, announced the names of its new Youth Advocacy Board members. Allyssa Williams of Osceola High School was named Region 3 Youth Advocate

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May 08, 2018

The Florida Department of Health recognizes May 6-May 12 as National Nurses Week

The Florida Department of Health recognizes May 6-May 12 as National Nurses Week as a time to honor the crucial role nurses play in keeping Florida’s residents and visitors healthy and safe.

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March 01, 2018

FLORIDA HEALTH IN OSCEOLA COUNTY PROMOTES HEALTHY EATING FOR NUTRITION MONTH

The Florida Department of Health in Osceola County celebrates March as National Nutrition Month, which is sponsored annually by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

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