Press Releases
December 29, 2022
Rabies alert for a portion of Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Rabies alert for a portion of Fort Lauderdale, Florida
The Florida Department of Health in Broward County (DOH-Broward is announcing the availability of free Naloxone (Narcan) Nasal Spray kits.
October 24, 2022
Health officials issue mosquito-borne illness alert
Two human cases of Dengue Fever infection confirmed
September 27, 2022
FDOH-Broward County Office Closure for Hurricane Ian
In response to Hurricane Ian, county government offices in Broward are closed. As a result, the Florida Department of Health in Broward County will be closed on Wednesday, September 28.
July 28, 2022
HEALTH OFFICIALS EXTEND RABIES ALERT
The Florida Department of Health in Broward County (DOH-Broward) issued a rabies alert for a portion of Davie, Florida. This is in response to an additional feral cat that tested positive on July 27, 2022.
July 20, 2022
HEALTH OFFICIALS ISSUE RABIES ALERT
~Rabies alert for a portion of Davie, Florida~
May 23, 2022
Update on monkeypox
Update on monkeypox
May 19, 2022
The Florida Department of Health in Broward County Provides an Update on the Current National Infant Formula Shortage
The Florida Department of Health in Broward County Provides an Update on the Current National Infant Formula Shortage
February 17, 2022
Florida Department of Health in Broward County issues advisory concerning the Harrison Street Beach in Hollywood
Samples of beach water collected at this area did not meet recommended state requirements. All other beaches in Broward County tested satisfactory
To facilitate the lifesaving therapeutics, the state will open a new monoclonal antibody therapy treatment site at Markham Park on January 18, 2022.
December 17, 2021
Florida Department of Health in Broward County issues advisory concerning the Harrison Street Beach in Hollywood
Samples of beach water collected at this area did not meet recommended state requirements. All other beaches in Broward County tested satisfactory.
September 18, 2021
HEALTH OFFICIALS ISSUE RABIES ALERT
Fort Lauderdale – TheFlorida Department of Health in Broward County (DOH-Broward) issued a rabies alert for a portion of Weston, Florida. This is in response to a fox that tested positive onSeptember 17th, 2021.
June 25, 2021
THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN BROWARD COUNTY OBSERVES NATIONAL HIV TESTING DAY 2021
National HIV Testing Day (NHTD) is observed each year on June 27 to encourage people to be aware of their HIV status so that they can take control of their health.
May 26, 2021
Broward County worksite, ARC Broward is Tobacco Free
The Tobacco Prevention Program at the Florida Department of Health in Broward County congratulates Arc Broward on becoming tobacco free!
May 26, 2021
Veggies and Fruits Increase Provides More Nutritional Access to WIC (Women, Infants and Children) Families
Veggies and Fruits Increase Provides More Nutritional Access to WIC (Women, Infants and Children) Families
The Florida Department of Health in Broward County (DOH-Broward), in partnership with Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) and Broward County, is providing the first and second round of free, voluntary Pfizer COVID-19 vaccinations to students, staff and their families ages 12 and up at all public high schools and participating charter high schools in the county. No insurance is required, and no appointment is necessary.
The Head Start/Early Intervention Department houses the Head Start, Early Head Start, and Voluntary Prekindergarten programs. These programs provide early education opportunities and comprehensive services to students birth to 5-years old and their families. *2021-2022 BCPS Head Start/Early Head Start Application Information - APPLY NOW! 2021-2022 BCPS HS/EHS Application Information 2021-2022 HS/EHS Application Flyer – English 2021-2022 HS/EHS Application Flyer – Spanish 2021-2022 HS/EHS Application Flyer – Haitian/Creole 2021-2022 HS/EHS Application Flyer - Portuguese For more information click here: Browardschools.com/headstart-vpk https://www.browardschools.com/Page/31869
March 25, 2021
Following Governor Ron DeSantis’ Announcement, Broward County Expands Eligibility Guidelines for COVID-19 Vaccinations
Following Governor Ron DeSantis’ Announcement, Broward CountyExpands Eligibility Guidelines for COVID-19 Vaccinations
COVID-19 Vaccines to Begin at Citi Center in Pompano Beach on Wednesday March 17
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