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August 09, 2017
Breastfeeding Month Palm Beach County
The Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County is celebrating National Breastfeeding Month in August. This year's theme—Charting the Course Together—focuses on using data and measurement to build and reinforce the connections between breastfeeding and a broad spectrum of other health topics and initiatives.
July 26, 2017
Summer Heating Up--Beat the Heat--Avoid Heat Exhaustion
As the heat index sours above 100 degrees the Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County urges people to take steps to prevent heat-related illnesses such as heat stress, exhaustion and stroke. Statewide more than 3,000 people are seen in emergency rooms each year for heat-related illnesses.
Florida Department of Health Laboratory confirmed today a raccoon that was acting aggressive toward a golden retriever in West Palm Beach has tested positive for rabies. The dog is current on its rabies vaccine and will be home quarantined as a precaution.
July 14, 2017
HEALTH ADVISORY CANCELED
Ocean Ridge, FL - Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has CANCELED a HEALTH ADVISORY for Ocean Inlet Park and Boynton Beach after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be less than 10 colonies per 100 milliliters of marine water putting these two beaches in the GOOD range.
Ocean Ridge, FL - Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has posted a HEALTH ADVISORY for Ocean Inlet Park and Boynton Beach after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be greater than 71 colonies per 100 milliliters of marine water putting these two beaches in the POOR range.
June 28, 2017
All Beaches Test Good
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County Healthy Beaches sampling program found all beaches to be satisfactory and in the good to moderate range this week.
June 27, 2017
National HIV Test Day 2017
Local organizations are joining the Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County by recognizing HIV Test Day, Tuesday, June 27 by coordinating activities that talk about HIV, test for HIV and treat HIV.
June 21, 2017
Community Health Imporvement Plan Now Available
The Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) has been released. The CHIP is a collaborative effort by a diverse group of community leaders, stakeholders, Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County and the Health Care District of Palm Beach County that serves as a directional roadmap committed to improving the health and quality of life of Palm Beach County residents.
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has CANCELED a HEALTH ADVISORY for Spanish River Park and South Inlet Park after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be less than 10 colonies per 100 milliliters of marine water putting these two beaches in the GOOD range.
Boca Raton, FL—Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has posted a HEALTH ADVISORY for Spanish River Park and South Inlet Park after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be greater than 71 colonies per 100 milliliters of marine water putting these two beaches in the POOR range.
June 02, 2017
Health Advisory Canceled Four Beaches-Palm Beach County
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has CANCELED a HEALTH ADVISORY for Jupiter Beach Park, Riviera Beach, Phil Foster Park and Palm Beach after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be less than 10 colonies per 100 milliliters of marine water putting these four beaches in the GOOD range.
June 01, 2017
Health Advisory--Four Palm Beach County Beaches
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has posted a HEALTH ADVISORY for Jupiter Beach Park, Riviera Beach, Phil Foster Park and Palm Beach after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be greater than 71 colonies per 100 milliliters of marine water putting these four beaches in the POOR range.
May 05, 2017
Salt Water Beach Monitoring All Test in Good Range
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County, Salt water Beach Monitoring, this week has found all beaches to be in the good range and have a satisfactory rating.
April 27, 2017
DOH-Palm Beach Salutes Medical Laboratory Professionals
During Medical Laboratory Professionals Week, April 23-29, 2017, the Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County recognizes its medical laboratory professionals and pathologists who play a vital role in every aspect of health care. Contributions of medical laboratory professionals in the diagnosis and prevention of disease often go unnoticed because they mainly work behind the scenes in the laboratory. Nationally recognized Medical Laboratory Professionals Week is a time to show support and gratitude to the laboratory professionals who work tirelessly to ensure the quality and safety of patient care.
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County, Salt water Beach Monitoring, this week has found all beaches to be in the good range and have a satisfactory rating.
April 03, 2017
Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County Celebrates National Public Health Week
This week is National Public Health Week and the Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County would like to remind all of the many services provided that make this one of the healthiest communities in Florida.
The Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County recognizes the value in measuring health outcomes and today acknowledged the 2017 County Health Rankings & Roadmaps tool released by the University of Wisconsin and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. This study highlights the many community factors that influence health and uses established data, much of which is available from the department at www.FLHealthCHARTS.com.
March 21, 2017
Community Health Assessment Palm Beach County
The just released Community Health Assessment (CHA) for Palm Beach County, a systematic method of identifying unmet health care and human service needs and possible interventions, is a collaboration between the Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County, the Health Care District of Palm Beach County, and over 40 community partner organizations.
March 09, 2017
Health Advisory Canceled Ocean Inlet and Sandoway Beaches
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has CANCELED a HEALTH ADVISORY for Ocean Inlet Park Beach, Ocean Ridge (Boynton), and Sandoway Park Beach, Delray Beach after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be in the GOOD range.
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has posted a HEALTH ADVISORY for Ocean Inlet Park Beach, Boynton Beach and Sandoway Park Beach, Delray Beach after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be greater than 71 colonies per 100 milliliters of marine water putting both beaches in the POOR range.
January 26, 2017
Health Advisory Cancelled Jupiter Beach Park
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has CANCELLED a HEALTH ADVISORY for Jupiter Beach Park after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be at 10 per 100 milliliters of marine water putting it in the GOOD range.
January 24, 2017
Health Advisory Jupiter Beach Park
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has posted a HEALTH ADVISORY for Jupiter Beach Park after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be at 320 colonies per 100 milliliters of marine water putting it in the POOR range.
With the 2016-2017 flu season in full swing and influenza activity increasing locally and across the state, it is critical that all Floridians get the flu vaccine to protect against infection and help prevent the spread of seasonal flu to others. It is never too late to get your flu shot. While most cases of flu are mild, there are exceptions.
December 02, 2016
Health Advisory Cancelled Dubois Park Lagoon
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has CANCELLED a HEALTH ADVISORY for Dubois Park Lagoon after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be at 10 per 100 milliliters of marine water putting it in the GOOD range.
November 29, 2016
Health Advisory Dubois Park Lagoon
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has posted a HEALTH ADVISORY for Dubois Park Lagoon after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be at 230 colonies per 100 milliliters of marine water putting it in the POOR range.
November 28, 2016
World AIDS Day Events 2016
The World Health Organization and the United Nations first declared December 1 as World AIDS Day over 25 years ago. During that time much has been done to createawareness, save lives and slow the spread of the disease. For the world to get to zero infections much still needs to be done. Free testing events, memorials to those who have died, and candlelight vigils will take place at several locations throughout the county in honor of World AIDS Day.
November 03, 2016
Health Advisory for Phil Foster Park Cancelled
Palm Beach County, FL - Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has cancelled a HEALTH ADVISORY for Phil Foster Park after resampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be at 10 colonies per 100 milliliters of marine water putting it in the GOOD range.
November 01, 2016
Health Advisory Phil Foster Park
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has posted a HEALTH ADVISORY for Phil Foster Park after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be at 90 colonies per 100 milliliters of marine water putting it in the POOR range.
October 20, 2016
Health Advisory Phil Foster Park Cancelled
Palm Beach County, FL - Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has cancelled a HEALTH ADVISORY for Phil Foster Park after resampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be at 62 colonies per 100 milliliters of marine water putting it in the MODERATE range.
October 18, 2016
Health Advisory Phil Foster Park
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has posted a HEALTH ADVISORY for Phil Foster Park after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be at 290 colonies per 100 milliliters of marine water putting it in the POOR range.
October 07, 2016
Health Advisory Carlin Park Beach Cancelled
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has cancelled a HEALTH ADVISORY for the Beach at Carlin Park in Jupiter after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be in the GOOD range. United States Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) recommended criteria for enterococci is: Good = 0-35 Enterococci per 100 milliliters of marine water, Moderate = 36-70 Enterococci per 100 milliliters of marine water Poor = 71 or greater Enterococci per 100 milliliters of marine water #####
October 04, 2016
Carlin Park Beach Health Advisory
Palm Beach County, FL - Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has posted a HEALTH ADVISORY for the Beach at Carlin Park in Jupiter after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be at 100 colonies per 100 milliliters of marine water putting it in the POOR range.
September 22, 2016
Lantana Beach Health Advisory Cancelled
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has CANCELLED the Health Advisory for Lantana Beach after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be at 10 colonies per 100 milliliters of marine water putting it in the GOOD range.
September 20, 2016
Lantana Beach Health Advisory
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has posted a HEALTH ADVISORY for Lantana Beach after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be at 740 colonies per 100 milliliters of marine water putting it in the POOR range.
September 09, 2016
HEALTH ADVISORY CANCELLED LANTANA BEACH
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has CANCELLED the Health Advisory for Lantana Beach after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be at 10 colonies per 100 milliliters of marine water putting it in the GOOD range.
August 26, 2016
GREENACRES WIC OFFICE CLOSED MONDAY-AUGUST 29
The Women, Infants and Children Office, WIC, located at 5985 10th Ave. N, Greenacres, will be closed Monday, August 29, 2016 for special maintenance.
August 01, 2016
Celebrate World Breastfeeding Week
West Palm Beach - World Breastfeeding Week 2016 is August 1st -7th however The Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County is celebrating Breastfeeding throughout the month of August.
July 29, 2016
SCHOOL STARTS SOON GET YOUR KIDS IMMUNIZED
Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County is sending out a reminder to all parents and care givers that Palm Beach County Schools begin August 15, 2016 and new incoming students will need their immunizations up to date.
June 30, 2016
No Swimming Advisory Canceled Lantana Beach
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has CANCELED a "No Swimming Advisory" for Lantana Beach after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be at 10 colonies per 100 milliliters of marine water putting it in the GOOD range.
June 28, 2016
No Swimming Advisory Lantana Beach
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has posted a "No Swimming Advisory" for Lantana Beach after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be at 260 colonies per 100 milliliters of marine water putting it in the POOR range.
June 22, 2016
HIV TEST DAY EXPANDS TO NATIONAL HIV TESTING WEEK
Local organizations are joining the Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County by expanding HIV Test Day that traditionally occurred June 27, into a week of activities talking about HIV, testing for HIV and treating HIV.
June 16, 2016
Lantana Beach No Swimming Advisory Canceled
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has CANCELED a "No Swimming Advisory" for Lantana Beach after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be at less than 10 colonies per 100 milliliters of marine water putting it in the GOOD range.
June 16, 2016
Raccoon Tests Positive For Rabies-- West Palm Beach
Florida Department of Health Laboratory confirmed today a raccoon that attacked a stray kitten Saturday, in West Palm Beach has tested positive for rabies. The couple that freed the kitten by beating the raccoon will receive rabies vaccine due to the exposure.
June 14, 2016
No Swimming Advisory Lantana Beach
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has posted a “No Swimming Advisory” for Lantana Beach after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be at 1900 colonies per 100 milliliters of marine water putting it in the POOR range.
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - In an effort to keep Florida residents and visitors safe and aware about the status of the Zika virus, the Florida Department of Health will issue a Zika virus update each week day at 2 p.m. Updates will include a CDC-confirmed Zika case count by county and information to better keep Floridians prepared.
May 16, 2016
Raccoon Tests Positive For Rabies West Palm Beach
Florida Department of Health Laboratory confirmed today that a raccoon that was acting aggressive and bit a woman this week in West Palm Beach has tested positive for rabies. The woman has begun her rabies shot series.
Palm Beach County, FL - Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has CANCELED a “No Swimming Advisory” for Dubois Park’s Wading Lagoon and Lantana Beach after recent samplings at both beaches tested in the "GOOD" range.
April 21, 2016
Timothy G. Mayer Recognized Path Award Environmental Health
Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County completed the trifecta of leadership recognition this week when Timothy G, Mayer, MPH, Director of the Environmental Public Health Division was recognized with a Path Award for Environmental Health from the Robert Stempel College of Public Health and Social Work at Florida International University. Earlier Doctors Alina Alonso and Robert Parkes were named Heroes in Medicine by the Palm Beach County Medical Society.
April 19, 2016
NO SWIMMING ADVISORY DUBOIS PARK LAGOON AND LANTANA BEACH
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has posted a "No Swimming Advisories" for Dubois Park’s Wading Lagoon and Lantana Beach after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be at 130 colonies per 100 milliliters of marine water at Dubois and 120 colonies of marine water at Lantana putting both in the POOR range.
April 19, 2016
DOCTORS ALONSO AND PARKES HEROES IN MEDICINE
Two Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County Doctors were named "Heroes in Medicine" by the Palm Beach County Medical Society. This annual awards program recognizes people in our community who make a difference in health care.
April 11, 2016
PUBLIC NOTICE MEDICAL RECORD BREACH
Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County is issuing a public notice of an unauthorized disclosure and/or use of protected health information pertaining to some clients of its Health Centers. Federal law enforcement officials informed the department they had obtained a list of names, birth dates, social security numbers, Medicaid numbers, phone numbers, and medical record numbers of individuals who were identified as Palm Beach County Health Department clients.
It’s National Public Health Week and this year the Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County is highlighting its recent national accreditation through the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) and the efforts of public health professionals here and across the state. A variety of programs and activities are carried out by the department and its state, local and community partners in order to promote, protect and improve the health of Florida residents and visitors.
Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County recognizes the value in measuring health outcomes and today acknowledged the 2016 County Health Rankings & Roadmaps tool released by the University of Wisconsin and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. This study highlights the many community factors that influence health and uses established data, much of which is available from the department at www.floridacharts.com.
March 10, 2016
Dubois Park No Swimming Advisory Canceled
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has CANCELED a "No Swimming Advisory" for Dubois Park’s Wading Lagoon after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be at less than10 colonies per 100 milliliters of marine water putting it in the GOOD range.
March 08, 2016
No Swimming Advisory Dubois Park Lagoon
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has posted a "No Swimming Advisory" for Dubois Park’s Wading Lagoon after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be at 150 colonies per 100 milliliters of marine water putting it in the POOR range.
February 12, 2016
Canceled--Dubois Park Lagoon Swimming Advisory
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has CANCELED a "No Swimming Advisory" for Dubois Park’s Wading Lagoon after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be at 10 colonies per 100 milliliters of marine water putting it in the GOOD range.
February 09, 2016
No Swimming Advisory Dubois Park Lagoon
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has posted a "No Swimming Advisory" for Dubois Park’s Wading Lagoon after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be at 90 colonies per 100 milliliters of marine water putting it in the POOR range that requires an advisory.
January 29, 2016
No Swimming Advisory Canceled Lantana Beach
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has canceled a "No Swimming Advisory" for Lantana Beach after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water had fallen to less than 10 colonies per 100 milliliters of marine water putting it in the GOOD range.
January 26, 2016
No Swimming Advisory Lantana Beach
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has posted a "No Swimming Advisory" for Lantana Beach after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be at 350 colonies per 100 milliliters of marine water putting it in the POOR range.
January 25, 2016
BAT TESTS POSITIVE FOR RABIES
Florida Department of Health Laboratory confirmed today that a bat that was picked up yesterday at a Palm Beach Gardens residence has tested positive for rabies.
January 14, 2016
Birth and Death Certificates Easy to Obtain
Obtaining a birth or death certificate just got a little easier with the start of the New Year in the county.
December 31, 2015
Florida Healthy Beaches-Lower BAV Prompts Advisory
Palm Beach County, FL—With the New Year the Florida Department of Health (DOH) is adopting new water quality criteria for use in the Healthy Beaches Program. These criteria reflect the most current, Recreational Water Quality Criteria (RWQ criteria), recommendations and water quality grant requirements by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA).
November 25, 2015
World AIDS Day Events
The World Health Organization and the United Nations first declared December 1st as World AIDS Day over 25 years ago. During that time much has been done to create awareness, save lives and slow the spread of the disease. For the world to get to zero infections much still needs to be done.
November 19, 2015
WORLD AIDS DAY IS DECEMBER
The World Health Organization and the United Nations first declared December 1st as World AIDS Day over 25 years ago. During that time much has been done to create awareness, save lives and slow the spread of the disease. For the world to get to zero infections much still needs to be done.
November 10, 2015
Raccoon Tests Positive For Rabies Caloosa Area
Florida Department of Health Laboratory confirmed today that a raccoon picked up after fighting with a dog in a Caloosa Neighborhood Thursday November 5 by Animal Care and Control was positive for rabies.
October 14, 2015
Bat Tests Positive for Rabies Loxahatchee
PALM BEACH COUNTY, FL- Florida Department of Health Laboratory confirmed today that a bat discovered and captured Thursday, October 8 in Loxahatchee was positive for rabies.
September 30, 2015
Teach Flu a Lesson
Beginning today Palm Beach County public school students will be receiving the nasal flu vaccine in partnership with the Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County, Palm Beach County School District and Healthy Schools, LLC to "Teach Flu a Lesson".
September 24, 2015
No Swimming Advisory Canceled for Dubois Park
Jupiter, FL - Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has CANCELED the “No Swimming Advisory” for Dubois Park.
September 22, 2015
No Swimming Advisory Dubois Park
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has POSTED the "No Swimming Advisory" for Dubois Park after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be in the poor range.
September 22, 2015
Nurse Family Partnership Fifth-Class Graduation
The Nurse-Family Partnership, a support program for families with newborns through two years and managed through the Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County and the Children’s Services Council held its fifth graduation Monday, September 14.
September 11, 2015
NO SWIMMING ADVISORY CANCELED DUBOIS PARK
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has CANCELED the “No Swimming Advisory” for Dubois Park after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water tested in the good range.
September 10, 2015
NO SWIMMING ADVISORY DUBOIS PARK
Jupiter, FL—Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has POSTED the “No Swimming Advisory” for Dubois Park after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be in the poor range.
August 19, 2015
FOX TESTS POSITIVE FOR RABIES
PALM BEACH COUNTY, FL- Florida Department of Health Laboratory confirmed today that a fox picked up after fighting with a dog in Western Lantana Saturday, August 15 by Animal Care and Control was positive for rabies.
August 13, 2015
NO SWIMMING ADVISORY CANCELED
Jupiter, FL—Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has CANCELED the “No Swimming Advisory” for Dubois Park after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be in the GOOD range.
August 11, 2015
BACK TO SCHOOL IMMUNIZATIONS
Palm Beach County, FL--Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County offers required school immunizations weekdays at its Health Centers. The Immunization Van has two Saturday locations remaining before school begins.
August 11, 2015
NO SWIMMING ADVISORY
Jupiter, FL—Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has POSTED the “No Swimming Advisory” for Dubois Park after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be in the poor range.
August 06, 2015
DOH-Palm Beach Promoting Breastfeeding Access for Working Moms Focus of Month-Long Campaign
PALM BEACH COUNTY - The Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County is celebrating National Breastfeeding Awareness Month.
July 31, 2015
No Swimming Advisory Cancelled for Dubois Park
Jupiter, FL - Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has CANCELLED the “No Swimming Advisory” for Dubois Park
July 28, 2015
No Swimming Advisory Posted Dubois Park
Jupiter, FL - Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has POSTED the “No Swimming Advisory” for Dubois Park...
June 19, 2015
HIV Test Day Expands to National HIV Testing Week
PALM BEACH COUNTY, FL - Local organizations are joining the Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County by expanding HIV Test Day that traditionally occurred June 27, into a week of activities talking about HIV, testing for HIV and treating HIV.
June 11, 2015
Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County Launches 5-2-1-0 Health Initiative June 20 at John Prince Park
PALM BEACH COUNTY, FL - Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County in conjunction with the Parks and Recreation Department is encouraging families to get going with adopting the 5-2-1-0 Let’s Go! program by hosting a free family fun day at John Prince Park, Center Drive Pavilion, June 20 from 10 AM to 2 PM.
May 01, 2015
SUMMER IS A GREAT TIME TO GET SWIM LESSONS
The weather is heating up and for many Floridians this means it's time to cool off in the pool. While a day of playing in the pool can be fun, injuries and illnesses due to water-related activities increase during this time of year.
March 26, 2015
TUBERCULOSIS INVESTIGATION -- BELLE GLADE
The Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County is conducting a contact investigation among students and staff at Glades Central High School after a student tested positive for Tuberculosis Disease.
March 10, 2015
Rabid Bat Confirmed Palm Beach Gardens
PALM BEACH GARDENS,FL- Florida Department of Health Laboratory confirmed today that a bat picked up by a pitbull terrier, March 5, was positive for rabies.
January 27, 2015
FOX TESTS POSITIVE FOR RABIES
GREENACRES, FL- Florida Department of Health Laboratory confirmed today that a fox impounded by Animal Care and Control on Tuesday, January 21, tested positive for rabies.
January 02, 2015
No Swimming Advisory Cancelled for Dubois Park
NO SWIMMING ADVISORY CANCELLED - DUBOIS PARK Jupiter, FL - Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has CANCELLED the “No Swimming Advisory” posted earlier this week for Dubois Park after recent sampling showed bacterial levels in the water to be in the good range.
December 31, 2014
No Swimming Advisory posted for Dubois Park
NO SWIMMING ADVISORY POSTED—DUBOIS PARK Jupiter, FL - Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has issued a “No Swimming Advisory” for Dubois Park after bacterial levels in the water tested in the poor range.
December 18, 2014
No Swimming Advisory Lifted Palm Beach
Palm Beach, FL—Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has lifted the “No Swimming Advisory” in effect since Tuesday for Palm Beach after bacterial levels in the water tested in the good range.
December 17, 2014
NO SWIMMING ADVISORY POSTED—PALM BEACH
Palm Beach, FL - Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County has issued a “No Swimming Advisory” for Palm Beach after bacterial levels in the water tested in the poor range.
December 10, 2014
RACCOON TESTS POSITIVE FOR RABIES
BOYNTON BEACH, FL- Florida Department of Health Laboratory confirmed today that a raccoon captured in a lethargic stage by Animal Care and Control on December 6, tested positive for rabies.
December 09, 2014
CHIKUNGUNYA FEVER ALERT LIFTED IN PALM BEACH COUNTY
PALM BEACH COUNTY – The Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County lifted the mosquito borne Alert status, in effect since July, for Chikungunya Fever today.
November 18, 2014
All Beaches in Good Range
Florida Healthy Beaches monitoring program for salt water beach quality in Palm Beach County this week showed all 13 sampled in the good range.
November 07, 2014
EPA Recognizes Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County Building as Energy Star Building
Once again, Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County at 800 Clematis Street, West Palm Beach is the proud recipient of the Environmental Protection Agency’s "Energy Star Building Award.” This building has been identified as one of America’s energy all-stars and is also the only State Building in Florida to be recognized this year.
October 21, 2014
Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County Healthy Affordable Sustainable Foods for All
The Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County recognizes October 24, 2014 as Food Day a nationwide celebration of healthy, affordable, and sustainable produced food.
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