skip to content

It's a New Day in Public Health.

The Florida Department of Health works to protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

skip to content

Get Vaccinated to Fight Flu

Full Story
The Florida Department of Health in Bay County is reminding all Bay County residents to get their flu shot before the height of the upcoming flu season. Protect yourself and those you love this season by getting by getting your flu shot soon. The season in our area is typically October through March, but the flu can be unpredictable. The CDC says this year’s vaccine is updated to better match viruses that may be circulating in the United States.

Hepatitis A—remember to always wash your hands.

No one cares more about your baby than you—Get Tested for STDs

010219-60-day-challenge

How many days does it take to form a new habit? Many studies point to 21 days as the magic number, while other studies suggest it takes months and sometimes up to year for a habit to take hold. Health educators and nutritionists with the Florida Department of Health often promote the health benefits of small lifestyle changes: eating more vegetables and fruits, replacing sodas with water, taking daily walks or choosing the stairs over elevators. These are doable and budget-friendly goals that can fold into your days, become routine and over time do amazing things for your health. The hardest part of healthy habits, after all, is making them stick.

Full Story on FloridaHealth.gov

Upcoming Events

Event Thumbnail

HIV Testing

Main Location - Ullman Building

January 21, 2020
Event Thumbnail

HIV Testing

Main Location - Ullman Building

January 28, 2020
Event Thumbnail

Breastfeeding Class

Main Location - Ullman Building

January 28, 2020
Event Thumbnail

Breastfeeding Class

Main Location - Ullman Building

February 04, 2020
Event Thumbnail

Breastfeeding Support Group- Milk Matters

Main Location - Ullman Building

February 13, 2020
More Events...