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THE STATE OF FLORIDA OPENS TOLL FREE SERVICE FOR RESIDENTS AND VISITORS TO RECEIVE INFORMATION ON SWINE FLU

The Florida Flu Information Line is 800-342-3557

TALLAHASSEE—As of 11 a.m. today (May 1st), the State of Florida has opened a toll-free telephone service where residents and visitors can call to receive health information about swine flu.

The number for Florida residents to call is 1-800-342-3557.

The line will be staffed from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily until further notice.  After hours calls will be handled by an automated service.

As Florida responds to swine flu, the Florida Department of Health offers the following recommendations: 

• People with respiratory illness or fever should stay home from work or school to avoid spreading infections, including influenza, to others in the community. .
• Avoid close contact with people who are coughing or otherwise appear ill.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
• Wash hands frequently to lessen the spread of respiratory illness.
• Symptoms of swine flu are rapid onset fever, cough fatigue and in some cases vomiting and diarrhea.
• If you think you have the flu, please call your health care provider and discuss whether you need to be seen in their office or an emergency department, or stay home.

Swine flu is not transmitted by food and you cannot get swine flu from eating pork products. 

The State of Florida is receiving frequent updates from the CDC, and working with local health departments to monitor the situation and immediately follow up on suspected cases.  The Florida Department of Health has created a webpage with information at www.doh.state.fl.us, and the CDC has a web page at www.cdc.gov/swineflu .

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FACES OF INFLUENZA (TM) - American Lung Association's Influenza Prevention Program in Collaboration with sanofi pasteur Are You A "Face" Of Influenza?

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AVAILABILITY OF NEW FLORIDA CERTIFICATION OF IMMUNIZATION (DH 680)

The Bureau of Immunization is pleased to announce the availability of the new manual version of the Florida Certification of Immunization (Form 680: 04/09) in the Distribution Center.  A sample is provided here for your information. 

More important:  providers using Florida SHOTS should electronically sign and certify DH 680s.  These forms are then available to other health care providers, schools, and child care centers who participate in Florida SHOTS.  If training is needed on how to electronically sign the DH 680, please contact the Florida SHOTS help desk at:  1-877-888-7468. 

Get more Info

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REPORTING ANIMAL BITES
Hillsborough County Reporting Information

All animal bites reports should be faxed to 813-272-7242.

Please use this Animal Bite Report Form

There is currently a Nation wide shortage of the Rabies vaccine. Health Care Providers should read this Rabies Vaccine Shortage Alert

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CDC's Public Health Emergency Response Guide (Spanish Version)

The CDC is pleased to announce that the Spanish version of CDC's Public Health Emergency Response Guide for State, Local, and Tribal Public Health Directors has been finalized and can now be accessed on the CDC Emergency Preparedness and Response Spanish Web site.

Please forward this message to any Spanish-speaking colleagues and emergency preparedness and response partners who may be interested in this resource.

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Contaminated Property Notification Letters

TOLL-FREE INFORMATION LINES

Monday through Friday
10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
(Eastern Daylight Time)

DEP 1-866-282-0787
For Contaminated Property Site
Cleanup questions only

DOH 1-877-798-2772
For Contaminated Property Health-related questions only

Click here for more information

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Health Alert
Hillsborough County Saltwater Beach Monitoring Results

If you should have any questions, please contact the Hillsborough County Health Department or visit the Department of Health's Internet Beach Water Quality web site.

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WHAT IS PUBLIC HEALTH?

You might think we’re one of the healthiest nations, but we’re not. Compared to other developed nations, we’re lagging far behind. The thing is: It doesn’t have to be this way. We can make this the healthiest nation in one generation. Committing to a healthier America is something we all can do.

Support public health – from the local clinic to the neighborhood park. A healthier America won’t be possible without the support of your communities.

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Free Back to School
Physicals and Immunizations

Parent or legal guardian must accompany child at all times.
Immunization record is required for free immunizations to school-aged children.
Free school physicals for any school-aged (K-12) child entering Florida schools for the first time.
No sports, Head Start or child care physicals will be available.

Get more Info

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An Ounce of Prevention Goes a Long Way

The Ounce of Prevention Fund of Florida

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Requirement for Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis (Tdap) for Entry and Attendance in 7th Grade

The Florida Department of Health Bureau of Immunization would like to remind all immunization partners about the upcoming school immunization requirement effective for the 2009/2010 school year for students entering 7th grade.

Get more Info

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Hurricane Season

Do you require entry into a special needs shelter?

There are eligibility criteria for admittance to Special Needs Shelters and for evacuation assistance.

Hillsborough County residents who feel that they qualify for this program should obtain a

Special Needs Evaluation Form

English Version
Spanish Version

You may also contact the Hillsborough County Health Department (813) 307-8063.

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The Florida Discount Drug Card

The Florida Discount Drug Card is designed to lower the cost of prescriptions for Florida residents. See if you qualify:

www.floridadiscountdrugcard.com

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FOR THE FAMILY, INC.
www.StrongerCommunity.com

For The Family encourages people to honor the Golden Rule by being their brother’s keeper.  Our web site enables you to confidentially help adults and families deal with challenges that could happen to anybody.  Whether it’s the parent of a 1st time juvenile offender, a new or expectant mother, or a hurricane evacuee you’ve met in advance…we make it safe and easy to make a positive difference.  Thanks for checking us out, and for letting other caring people know.

View Web site

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Health Assessment Information for Refugees, Parolees and Entrants

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The Hillsborough County Health Department offers a variety of preventative health services through outreach, home visits, and its eight health center locations.
(813) 307-8000

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Hillsborough County
Hunger Guide and Food Locator

Hunger in Hillsborough County / Tampa continues to be a serious problem. This Resource Guide was developed by the Public Policy Education Program of the Cooperative Extension Service as an information source for agencies seeking to assist their clients.

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How Should I Dispose of Used Needles and Syringes?

The Bay Area Sharps Disposal Program
was designed as a community service to assist the residents of Hillsborough
County with a safe and environmentally sound method for disposing of used needles or "sharps".

The improper disposal of sharps threatens the safety of every member of the community, as they may be contaminated with hepatitis, HIV, and/or other serious diseases.

For more information, grab our brochure.

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National Homeland Security Knowledgebase

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Privacy Statement
Email Health Department

Under Florida law, e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a public records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by phone or in writing.

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Hillsborough County Health Department
Call us at (813) 307-8015
Our Mission: Promote, protect, and improve the health of all people in Florida
Our Vision: A healthier future for the people of Florida

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