Press Releases
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.
The Florida Department of Health in Broward County (DOH-Broward), in partnership with Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) and Broward County, is providing free, voluntary Pfizer COVID-19 vaccinations to students, staff and their families ages 12 and up during the summer session.
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
September 11, 2020
Rabies Alert 9-10-20 Davie2
Rabies Alert 9-10-20 Davie2
August 24, 2020
2020-2west-nile-virus
2020-2west-nile-virus
August 05, 2020
2020 West Nile-Advisory
2020 West Nile-Advisory
April 06, 2020
New COVID-19 Community Active Survey
New COVID-19 Community Active Survey
March 08, 2020
Department of Health Advises Indiviuals Who Traveled on Nile Rivercruise to Self-Isolate For 14 Days from the Date of Return
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH ADVISES INDIVIDUALS WHO TRAVELED ON NILE RIVERCRUISE TO SELF-ISOLATE FOR 14 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF RETURN
March 07, 2020
Two Confirmed Deaths Regarding COVID-19
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH ANNOUNCES IMPORTANT UPDATES REGARDING COVID-19 IN FLORIDA -TWO CONFIRMED DEATHS REGARDING COVID-19 TALLAHASSEE— The Florida Department of Health has announced updates regarding the 2019 coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Florida. Two individuals have died and two new presumptive positive cases have been identified in Broward County. Deceased Individuals • A previously announced COVID-19 patient in Santa Rosa County has died, following an international trip. • A new individual in their seventies that tested presumptive positive for COVID-19 in Lee County has died, following an international trip.
March 05, 2020
COVID-19 Press Release
Protect yourself and your community from COVID-19. Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom, before eating, and after blowing your nose, coughing or sneezing. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Avoid close contact with people who are sick, and
January 09, 2020
2020 - FLU Press Release
January 9, 2020FLORIDA SURGEON GENERAL URGESVACCINATION AS BEST DEFENSE AGAINSTRAPIDLY SPREADING FLU VIRUSContact:Candy Sims, Public Information OfficerCandy.Sims@Flhealth.gov
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