Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is offering appointments for the Pfizer-BioNTech and Johnson & Johnson’s Jannsen COVID-19 vaccine.

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July 16, 2021 14:40:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Announces COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is offering appointments for the Pfizer-BioNTech and Johnson & Johnson’s Jannsen COVID-19 vaccine.

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July 13, 2021 16:02:00

Crandon Park North Beach Advisory

MIAMI, FL - Two consecutive beach water samples collected at this location did not meet the recreational water quality standard for enterococci. By state regulation, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is required to issue an advisory to inform the public in a specific area when this standard is not met.

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July 08, 2021 10:25:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Announces COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is offering appointments for the Pfizer-BioNTech and Johnson & Johnson’s Jannsen COVID-19 vaccine. The Pfizer BioNTech vaccine is available to individuals 12 years of age and older while the Johnson & Johnson’s Jannsen vaccine is available to individuals 18 years of age and older.

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June 24, 2021

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY OBSERVES NATIONAL HIV TESTING DAY 2021

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June 24, 2021

DOH-Miami-Dade Offering COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments

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June 18, 2021 09:57:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Offering COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is offering appointments for the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine to include 12 years of age and older following the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices’ (ACIP) recommendation.

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June 04, 2021 10:47:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Announces COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is opening appointments for the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine to include 12 years of age and older following the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices’ (ACIP) recommendation.

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June 01, 2021 11:47:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Announces COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is opening appointments for the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine to include 12 years of age and older following the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices’ (ACIP) recommendation.

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May 27, 2021

The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County Issues Updates on Next Phase of Florida’s COVID-19 Response as State Surpasses 10 Million Floridians Vaccinated

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May 23, 2021 11:21:00

Veggies and Fruits Increase Provides More Nutritional Access to WIC Families

Miami, Fla. – On March 12, 2021, the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) authorized State WIC Agencies to enhance the WIC benefit for a period of four months, expanding the vegetable and fruit voucher from $9/month for children and $11/month for women to $35 per month, per participant. WIC’s vegetable and fruit voucher is known as the Cash Value Benefit (CVB).

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May 21, 2021 18:29:00

Miami-Dade County Health Department Issues Updates on Next Phase of Florida’s COVID-19 Response as State Approaches Nearly 10 Million Floridians Vaccinated

MIAMI – As Florida approaches nearly 10 million Floridians vaccinated, COVID-19 testing is being transitioned to a locally-led effort through primary care providers, retail and pharmacy locations, and local governments.

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May 16, 2021 10:58:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Observes HIV Vaccine Awareness Day

Miami – In observance of HIV Vaccine Awareness Day – May 18th, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County, the Miami Collaborative MSM Workgroup and community partners will host a free online webinar.

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May 13, 2021 16:17:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Announces Vaccine Appointments to include 12 years of age and older

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is opening appointments for the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine to include 12 years of age and older following the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices’ (ACIP) recommendation.

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April 30, 2021 12:07:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Announces Vaccine Appointments

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is opening appointments for the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for the week of Monday, May 3rd through Friday, May 7th

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April 29, 2021 15:29:00

Consortium Annual Event and Award Ceremony

Miami, FL – The Consortium for a Healthier Miami-Dade County will be hosting the 2021 Annual Event and Awards Ceremony virtually which will include the Florida Worksite Wellness Awards on Friday, October 1, 2021. The combined event will highlight the initiatives promoted by the Consortium and its partners, as well as, recognize the important strides that local businesses have made in improving employee health and well-being. This year we are celebrating “Fall into Healthy Habits.”

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April 26, 2021 13:08:00

Tobacco Free Florida Week

MIAMI, FLA. – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County Tobacco Prevention and Control Program will use the upcoming Tobacco Free Florida Week to draw attention to the root causes of tobacco’s deadly toll on Miami-Dade County’s Black population. With social justice issues being at the forefront of recent public discussion, the week of action will be themed Uproot the Truth: Tobacco Use in the Black Community.

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April 20, 2021 12:46:00

Medical Laboratory Professionals Week 2021

MIAMI – During Medical Laboratory Professionals Week, April 18-24, 2021 the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County recognizes and honors its medical laboratory professionals who play a critical role in every aspect of health care, safeguard the public’s health by continually improving quality and safety, informatics and data science, laboratory preparedness and workforce competencies.

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March 02, 2021 11:37:00

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY RECOGNIZES NATIONAL WEEK OF PRAYER FOR THE HEALING OF HIV/AIDS

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County recognizes National Week of Prayer for the Healing of HIV/AIDS. The National Week of Prayer for the Healing of AIDS (NWPHA) is an annual HIV awareness campaign that mobilizes faith communities and highlights the contributions and impact congregations are making in areas of HIV prevention, testing, direct service, advocacy, and community engagement. The NWPHA is an initiative of the Balm in Gilead.

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February 09, 2021 17:40:00

Swimming Advisory Lifted for South Pointe Drive Beach in Miami Beach

Miami, FL. – Based on satisfactory microbial water quality test results, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is lifting the swimming advisory for South Pointe Drive Beach in Miami Beach which was issued on February 3, 2021.

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February 08, 2021 11:35:00

Getting 2 Zero HIV-AIDS Awareness Week 2021

Miami, FL-The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County recognizes “Getting 2 Zero” HIV/AIDS Awareness Week. Miami-Dade County made a community investment to address the HIV/AIDS epidemic. In 2017, a resolution declared the third week in February as "Getting 2 Zero Miami-Dade County Awareness Week".

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February 03, 2021 16:55:00

Swimming Advisory Issued for S. Pointe Drive in Miami Beach

MIAMI, FL - Two consecutive beach water samples collected at this location did not meet the recreational water quality standard for enterococci. By state regulation, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is required to issue an advisory to inform the public in a specific area when this standard is not met.

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February 02, 2021 16:22:00

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY RECOGNIZES NATIONAL BLACK HIV/AIDS AWARENESS DAY

Miami, FL – February 7, 2021 commemorates National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NBHAAD), a National HIV testing and treatment community mobilization initiative. NBHAAD was founded in 1999 as a national response to the growing HIV and AIDS epidemic in African American communities.

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January 24, 2021 11:06:00

The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County Recognizes "Ending the HIV Epidemic (EHE)"

Miami, FL- The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County (DOH-Miami-Dade) recognizes “Ending the HIV Epidemic (EHE)”, a national initiative that supports areas across the U.S. which face high rates of new HIV cases. Miami-Dade County has one of the highest rates of HIV in the country.

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January 12, 2021 16:30:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Lifts Swimming Advisory for 53rd Street Miami Beach

Miami, FL. – Based on satisfactory microbial water quality test results, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is lifting the swimming advisory for 53rd Street in Miami Beach which was issued on January 6, 2021.

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January 08, 2021 13:01:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Opens Limited Number of COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County opens a limited number of COVID-19 vaccine appointments for seniors ages 65 and older by appointment only.

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January 06, 2021 15:54:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Issues Swimming Advisory at 53rd Street in Miami Beach

MIAMI, FL - Two consecutive beach water samples collected at this location did not meet the recreational water quality standard for enterococci. By state regulation, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is required to issue an advisory to inform the public in a specific area when this standard is not met.

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January 06, 2021 10:36:00

QUIT SMOKING IN 2021 WITH THE HELP OF THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY

Miami, Fla. Choosing to quit smoking and protecting overall health and immune systems has never been more crucial than now. Tobacco Free Florida and Miami-Dade County are encouraging tobacco users to make a plan to quit smoking to improve their health in 2021.

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December 29, 2020

Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County Hosts Webinar to Recognize January as National Slavery and Human Trafficking Awareness Month

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December 18, 2020 15:11:00

Swimming Advisory Lifted for 53rd Street in Miami Beach

Miami, FL. – Based on satisfactory microbial water quality test results, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is lifting the swimming advisory for 53rd Street in Miami Beach which was issued on December 16, 2020.

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December 16, 2020 15:03:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Issues a Swimming Advisory at 53rd Street in Miami Beach

Miami, FL - Two consecutive beach water samples collected at this location did not meet the recreational water quality standard for Enterococci. By state regulation, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is required to issue an advisory to inform the public in a specific area when this standard is not met.

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November 26, 2020 15:10:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Lifts Swimming Advisory for Key Biscayne Beach Club

Miami, FL. – Based on satisfactory microbial water quality test results, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is lifting the swimming advisory for Key Biscayne Beach Club which was issued on November 25, 2020.

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November 25, 2020 15:45:00

ON WORLD AIDS DAY DOH-MIAMI-DADE CONTINUES FIGHT AGAINST HIV-AIDS

Miami, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County unites with people and communities worldwide as we observe World AIDS Day, December 1, by showing support for people living with HIV and honoring those who have died from an AIDS-related illness.

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November 25, 2020 13:43:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Issues a Swimming Advisory for Key Biscayne Beach Club

Miami, FL - Two consecutive beach water samples collected at this location did not meet the recreational water quality standard for Enterococci. By state regulation, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is required to issue an advisory to inform the public in a specific area when this standard is not met.

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November 22, 2020 15:35:00

DOH-Miami-Dade's WIC Program hosts the 7th Annual Drive-Thru Holiday Health and Resource Fair

Miami, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County WIC Program will host the 7th Annual Drive-Thru Holiday Homestead/Florida City Health and Resource Fair at the Homestead/Florida City WIC clinic located at 753 West Palm Drive, Florida City, FL 33034 on Saturday, December 5th, 2020 from 10:00am – 12:00pm.

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November 18, 2020

DOH-Miami-Dade Encourages Quit Attempts and Awareness During the Great American Smokeout

Miami, Fla. – With the annual Great American Smokeout taking place on November 19, 2020, Tobacco Free Florida in Miami-Dade County is using this observance to encourage people to make a plan to quit smoking using the free tools and services available to Floridians.

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November 17, 2020 15:38:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Lifts Swimming Advisory for Dog Beach in Rickenbacker Causeway

Miami, FL. – Based on satisfactory microbial water quality test results, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is lifting the swimming advisory for Dog Beach on Rickenbacker Causeway which was issued on November 13, 2020.

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November 13, 2020 15:36:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Issues a Swimming Advisory at Dog Beach in Rickenbacker Causeway

MIAMI, FL - Two consecutive beach water samples collected at this location did not meet the recreational water quality standard for enterococci. By state regulation, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is required to issue an advisory to inform the public in a specific area when this standard is not met.

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November 13, 2020 14:40:00

Flood Waters Pose Health Risks

MIAMI, FL — Recent heavy rains cause flooding. Skin contact with flood waters alone does not pose a serious health risk. However, health hazards are a concern when waters are contaminated with bacteria and viruses.

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November 08, 2020

Tropical Storm Eta Flood Waters Pose Health Risks

MIAMI, FL — Storms can cause flooding. Skin contact with flood waters alone does not pose a serious health risk. However, health hazards are a concern when waters are contaminated with bacteria and viruses.

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November 08, 2020

DOH TS Eta PRECAUTIONARY SWIM ADVISORY

Miami, Fla. — Due to the potential effects on water quality related to Tropical Storm Eta, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County (DOH-Miami-Dade) has issued a county wide precautionary swim advisory for all public beaches. At this time, swimming is not recommended.

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November 08, 2020

The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County Administrative Offices and Clinics to close Monday, November 9, 2020

Miami, FL - Due to weather conditions from Tropical Storm ETA, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County (DOH-Miami-Dade) administrative offices and clinics will close Monday, November 9, 2020. DOH-Miami-Dade will continue COVID-19 operations.

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November 07, 2020

TS Eta Carbo Monoxide

Miami, FL— As Floridians begin the task of preparing for a storm, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County (DOH-Miami-Dade) is urging the public to avoid carbon monoxide (CO) exposure by taking precautions with gas-powered appliances and charcoal or gas grills.

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November 07, 2020

TS Eta Alert Private Well Owners

Miami, FL - The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County (DOH-Miami-Dade) advises residents living in homes with private wells affected by flood waters to take precautions against disease-causing organisms that may make their water unsafe to drink.

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October 19, 2020 02:27:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Health Officials Confirm Three Cases of West Nile Virus

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County (DOH-Miami-Dade) is under a mosquito-borne illness alert. Three additional human cases of West Nile virus infection of local transmission have been confirmed in Miami-Dade residents. There has been a total of 59 West Nile virus infections in 2020.

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October 18, 2020 11:54:00

Students working against Tobacco Tackle Disposable E-cigarettes on Not A Lab Rat Day

Miami, FL —The third annual Not A Lab Rat Day is taking place on Wednesday, Oct. 21 and Students Working Against Tobacco (SWAT) is educating about the potential dangers of disposable e-cigarettes. SWAT, Florida’s youth-led movement to combat the tobacco and e-cigarettes industries, is encouraging their peers to protect themselves and future generations from nicotine addiction by fighting back against the industries.

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October 13, 2020 13:01:00

The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County Encourages Residents to Get Flu Shot Now

Miami, FL — The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is urging residents to get vaccinated against the flu as soon as possible. Once vaccinated, it takes about two weeks to offer protection.

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October 11, 2020 23:35:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Recognizes National Latino AIDS Awareness Day

Miami, Fla. – In recognition of National Latinx AIDS Awareness Day, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County and local partners will host two free community awareness events.

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October 05, 2020 19:50:00

Miami-Dade Health Officials Confirm One Additional Case of West Nile Virus

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County (DOH-Miami-Dade) is under a mosquito-borne illness alert. One additional human case of West Nile virus infection of local transmission has been confirmed in a Miami-Dade resident. There has been a total of 56 West Nile virus infections in 2020.

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September 28, 2020

Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County Announces 2020 Virtual Community Health Improvement Plan Annual Meeting

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September 22, 2020 18:52:00

DOH-Miami-Dade County’s Consortium for a Healthier Miami-Dade will be hosting Health Equity in 2020: What Does this Mean and Why Does it Matter in the Age of COVID-19?

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County’s Consortium for a Healthier Miami-Dade will be hosting the Health Equity in 2020: What Does this Mean and Why Does it Matter in the Age of COVID-19? Webinar event on Friday, October 2, 2020.

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September 21, 2020 18:52:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Health Officials Confirm One Case of Dengue Fever

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County (DOH-Miami-Dade) is under a mosquito-borne illness alert. A case of dengue fever of local transmission has been confirmed in a Miami-Dade resident. There has been a total of two locally acquired dengue cases in 2020.

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September 21, 2020 18:52:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Health Officials Confirm One Additional Case of West Nile Virus

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County (DOH-Miami-Dade) is under a mosquito-borne illness alert. One additional human case of West Nile virus infection of local transmission has been confirmed in a Miami-Dade resident. There has been a total of 55 West Nile virus infections in 2020.

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September 11, 2020

HEALTH OFFICIALS CONFIRM FIVE ADDITIONAL WEST NILE VIRUS CASES

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September 03, 2020 10:37:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Health Officials Confirm Five Additional West Nile Virus Cases

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County (DOH-Miami-Dade) is under a mosquito-borne illness alert. Five additional human cases of West Nile virus infection of local transmission have been confirmed in Miami-Dade residents. There has been a total of 49 West Nile virus infections in 2020.

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August 21, 2020 14:32:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Health Officials Announce Eleven Additional West Nile Virus Cases

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County (DOH-Miami-Dade) is under a mosquito-borne illness alert. Eleven additional human cases of West Nile virus infection of local transmission have been confirmed in Miami-Dade residents. These cases became infected between June and July 2020 but required additional complex testing at the CDC for final confirmation.

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August 13, 2020

UPDATED: HEALTH OFFICIALS ANNOUNCE SEVEN CASES OF WEST NILE VIRUS

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August 04, 2020 13:35:00

HEALTH OFFICIALS ANNOUNCE TWO CASES OF WEST NILE VIRUS

Miami, Fla – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County (DOH-Miami-Dade) is under a mosquito-borne illness alert. Two additional human cases of West Nile virus infection of local transmission have been confirmed in Miami-Dade residents. There has been a total of twenty-six West Nile virus infections in 2020.

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July 27, 2020

HEALTH OFFICIALS ANNOUNCE TWO CASES OF WEST NILE VIRUS

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County (DOH-Miami-Dade) is under a mosquito-borne illness alert. Two additional human cases of West Nile virus infection of local transmission have been confirmed in Miami-Dade residents. There has been a total of twenty-four West Nile virus infections in 2020.

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July 17, 2020

HEALTH OFFICIALS ANNOUNCE FOUR CASES OF WEST NILE VIRUS

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County (DOH-Miami-Dade) is under a mosquito-borne illness alert. Four additional human cases of West Nile virus infection of local transmission have been confirmed in Miami-Dade residents. There has been a total of twenty-two West Nile virus infections in 2020.

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July 13, 2020

THE WIC PROGRAM CONTINUES SERVING FAMILIES DURING COVID-19

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County WIC Program has 15 WIC centers in Miami-Dade County that continue providing virtual services. Most services will be conducted by phone, email, mail or fax including eligibility determination, nutrition counseling, breastfeeding support, food package assignments, and EBT card issuance. Select number of clients may need to physically come into a WIC center if they have a specialized formula that needs to be directly provided to the client or if they are unable to send documents electronically.

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July 03, 2020

HEALTH OFFICIALS ANNOUNCE FOUR CASES OF WEST NILE VIRUS

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County (DOH-Miami-Dade) is under a mosquito-borne illness alert. Four additional human cases of West Nile virus infection of local transmission have been confirmed in Miami-Dade residents. There has been a total of eighteen West Nile virus infections in 2020.

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June 30, 2020

DOH-Miami-Dade County Lifts Swimming Advisory at: Surfside 93rd Street

Miami, FL. – Based on satisfactory microbial water quality test results, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is lifting the swimming advisory for Surfside 93rd Street beach which was issued on June 24, 2020.

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June 25, 2020

HEALTH OFFICIALS ANNOUNCE TEN CASES OF WEST NILE VIRUS

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County (DOH-Miami-Dade) is under a mosquito-borne illness alert. Ten additional human cases of West Nile virus infection of local transmission have been confirmed in Miami-Dade residents. There has been a total of fourteen West Nile virus infections in 2020.

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June 24, 2020

A SWIMMING ADVISORY IS POSTED at the following beach site: Surfside 93rd Street

MIAMI - A beach water sample collected at this location did not meet the recreational water quality standard for enterococci. By state regulation, the Florida Department of Health in Miami- Dade County is required to issue an advisory to inform the public in a specific area when this standard is not met. An advisory has been issued because a water sample collected at this beach exceeded the Federal and State recommended standard for enterococci (greater than 70 colony forming units of enterococci per 100ml for a single sample).

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June 11, 2020

HEALTH OFFICIALS ANNOUNCE THE THIRD AND FOURTH CASES OF WEST NILE VIRUS

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County (DOH-Miami-Dade) is under a mosquito-borne illness alert. Two additional human cases of West Nile virus infection of local transmission have been confirmed in Miami-Dade residents. There has been a total of four West Nile virus infections in 2020.

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May 27, 2020

HEALTH OFFICIALS ANNOUNCE THE SECOND CASE OF WEST NILE VIRUS

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County (DOH-Miami-Dade) is under a mosquito-borne illness alert. An additional human case of West Nile virus infection of local transmission has been confirmed in a Miami-Dade resident. This is the second local case of West Nile virus in 2020.

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May 09, 2020

HEALTH OFFICIALS ANNOUNCE THE FIRST CASE OF WEST NILE VIRUS

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April 03, 2020 16:50:00

DOH-Miami-Dade's WIC Program Continues Serving Families Remotely

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County WIC Program continues providing services remotely. Participants of the WIC Program do not need to come into a WIC center to receive their benefits. Most services will be conducted by phone, email, mail or fax including eligibility determination, nutrition counseling, breastfeeding support, food package assignments, and EBT card issuance. Select number of clients may need to physically come into a WIC center if they have a specialized formula that needs to be directly provided to the client or if they are unable to send documents electronically.

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February 24, 2020 15:08:00

DOH-Miami-Dade, Miami-Dade County Office of Community Advocacy and AIGA Miami Hosts PosterFest Design for Good Pop-Up Art Exhibit

Miami, FL - The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County in partnership with Miami-Dade County Office of Community Advocacy and AIGA Miami will host a “Getting 2 Zero” PosterFest Design for Good Pop-UP Art Exhibit at HistoryMiami Museum as part of the third annual “Getting 2 Zero” Awareness Week Campaign which this year focuses on HIV testing and condoms. Nine new condom wrappers will be unveiled. Please see the attached flyer.

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February 14, 2020 13:41:00

DOH-Miami-Dade's Consortium for a Healthier Miami-Dade Tobacco-Free Workplace Summit

Miami, FL – The Consortium for a Healthier Miami-Dade Tobacco-Free Workgroup is pleased to invite you to the 2020 Tobacco-Free Workplace Summit on Friday, February 28, 2020, from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm. Please join us to learn more about the benefits of becoming a tobacco free worksite and how to implement policy changes that will improve the health of employees. There will also be free cessation resources available which are accessible to all Floridians.

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February 05, 2020 14:11:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Recognizes Getting 2 Zero HIV-AIDS Awareness Week

Miami, FL-The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County recognizes “Getting 2 Zero” HIV/AIDS Awareness Week. Miami-Dade County made a community investment to address the HIV/AIDS epidemic. In 2017, a resolution declared the third week in February as "Getting 2 Zero Miami-Dade County Awareness Week". The goal is to get to zero new HIV/AIDS cases, zero AIDS related deaths, zero stigma, and zero discrimination.

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January 29, 2020 16:07:00

Swimming Advisory Lifted for Dog Beach on Rickenbacker Causeway

Miami, FL. – Based on satisfactory microbial water quality test results, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is lifting the swimming advisory for Dog Beach on Rickenbacker Causeway which was issued on January 24, 2020.

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January 24, 2020 16:52:00

DOH in Miami-Dade County Issues a Swimming Advisory

A beach water sample collected at this location did not meet the recreational water quality standard for enterococci. By state regulation, the Florida Department of Health in Miami Dade County is required to issue an advisory to inform the public in a specific area when this standard is not met. An advisory has been issued because a water sample collected at this beach exceeded the Federal and State recommended standard for enterococci (greater than 70 colony forming units of enterococci per 100ml for a single sample).

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January 09, 2020 14:25:00

Florida Surgeon General Urges Vaccination as Best Defense Against Rapidly Spreading Flu Virus

Miami, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health (Department) is strongly encouraging all unvaccinated residents to get their flu shot as soon as possible. Flu vaccination is the best way to prevent the flu and its potentially serious complications.

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December 23, 2019

HEALTH OFFICIALS ISSUE MOSQUITO-BORNE ILLNESSES ALERT

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December 03, 2019 11:30:00

The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County Recognizes World AIDS Day 2019

Miami, Fla. — On Sunday, December 1st the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County recognized World AIDS Day. Each year on December 1, people around the world observe World AIDS Day. The day provides an opportunity to show solidarity for those affected by HIV and memorialize those who have lost their lives to the disease. This year’s national World AIDS Day theme is “Ending the HIV Epidemic: Community by Community.” Over the weekend, communities across the state came together in support of those living with HIV and to remember those we’ve lost.

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November 26, 2019 15:28:00

6th Annual Holiday Homestead Florida City Health and Resource Fair

Miami, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County WIC Program will host the 6th Annual Holiday Homestead/Florida City Health and Resource Fair at the Homestead/Florida City WIC clinic located at 753 West Palm Drive, Florida City, FL 33034 on Saturday, December 7, 2019 from 9:30am – 1:30pm.

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November 24, 2019 19:20:00

Miami-Dade Issues Mosquito-Borne Illnesses Alert

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County (DOH-Miami-Dade) is under a mosquito-borne illness alert. A case of dengue fever of local transmission has been confirmed in a Miami-Dade resident. This case appears to be unrelated with the other cases. Miami-Dade County has twelve local cases in 2019.

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November 19, 2019 17:30:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Issues Mosquito-Borne Illnesses Alert

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County (DOH-Miami-Dade) is under a mosquito-borne illness alert. A case of dengue fever of local transmission has been confirmed in a Miami-Dade resident. This case appears to be unrelated with the other cases. Miami-Dade County has eleven local cases in 2019.

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November 18, 2019 14:02:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Encourages Floridians to Quit Tobacco for the Great American Smokeout

Miami, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is encouraging Floridians to use Tobacco Free Florida’s free tools and services to make a plan to quit smoking for the American Cancer Society’s 44th annual Great American Smokeout on Thursday, November 21.

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November 13, 2019 11:57:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Reminds the Community to Protect Themselves From the Flu

Miami, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is reminding all Floridians to get their flu shot before the height of the upcoming flu season. Flu activity can begin as early as October and last as late as May. The best way to avoid the flu this season is by getting a flu shot soon.

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October 21, 2019

The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties Seek Community Involvement on “Ending the HIV Epidemic: A Plan for America” Initiative

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October 17, 2019

Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department Has Lifted the No Contact with Water Advisory

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October 15, 2019

Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department Has Reduced the No Contact with Water Advisory Boundaries

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October 15, 2019 10:18:00

SWAT - Not A Lab Rat Day 2019

Miami, Fla. — The second annual Not A Lab Rat Day is Wednesday, Oct. 16. This year, Students Working Against Tobacco (SWAT) wants other teens to know that when it to comes to e-cigarettes, aka “vaping” products, history is repeating itself.

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October 11, 2019

Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department has issued a No Contact with Water advisory issued for beaches, marinas located in Virginia Key, Key Biscayne and Fisher Island.

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October 11, 2019

HEALTH OFFICIALS ISSUE MOSQUITO-BORNE ILLNESSES ALERT

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October 10, 2019

DOH-Miami-Dade Recognizes National Latino AIDS Awareness Day

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October 09, 2019 23:52:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Reminds you to Prevent the Flu by Getting a Flu Vaccine

Miami, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is reminding all Floridians to get their flu shot before the height of the upcoming flu season. Flu activity can begin as early as October and last as late as May. The best way to avoid the flu this season is by getting a flu shot soon.

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October 08, 2019 15:26:00

Swimming Advisory Lifted for Crandon North, Virginia Key Beach, Key Biscayne Beach Club, Cape Florida and Surfside 93rd Street

Miami, FL. – Based on satisfactory microbial water quality test results, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is lifting the swimming advisory for Crandon North, Virginia Key Beach, Key Biscayne Beach Club, Cape Florida and Surfside (93rd Street) Beach which were issued on October 3, 2019.

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October 06, 2019 11:30:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Promotes Early Detection and Treatment to Fight Breast Cancer

MIAMI, FL — In recognition of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County encourages all women to receive regular screenings to promote early detection and treatment of breast cancer. Important advances have been made through increased awareness, breast cancer screenings and better treatments.

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October 04, 2019

Health Officials Issue Mosquito Borne Illnesses Alert

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County (DOH-Miami-Dade) is under a mosquito-borne illness alert. Three cases of dengue fever of local transmission have been confirmed in three Miami-Dade residents. Miami-Dade County has eight local cases in 2019. Two of the three local cases appear to be related.

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October 03, 2019

DOH-Miami-Dade Issues A Swimming Advisory

Miami, FL - Samples of beach water collected at these locations did not meet the recreational water quality standard for enterococci. By state regulation, the Florida Department of Health in Miami- Dade County is required to issue an advisory to inform the public in a specific area when this standard is not met.

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October 03, 2019 12:30:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Recognizes National Latino AIDS Awareness Day

Miami, Fla. – In recognition of National Latinx AIDS Awareness Day, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County and local partners will host three free community events.

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September 26, 2019 09:39:00

Health Officials Issue Mosquito Borne Illnesses Alert

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County (DOH-Miami-Dade) is under a mosquito-borne illness alert. A case of dengue fever of local transmission has been confirmed in a Miami-Dade resident, making this one the fifth local case in 2019. These local cases do not appear to be related.

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September 17, 2019 15:52:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Lifts Swimming Advisory for Crandon North, Crandon South and Virginia Key Beach

Miami, FL. – Based on satisfactory microbial water quality test result, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is lifting the swimming advisories for Crandon North and Crandon South and Virginia Key Beach which were issued on September 5 and September 11 respectively.

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September 17, 2019

DOH-Miami-Dade Recognizes National Gay Men’s HIV/AIDS Awareness Day

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September 13, 2019 16:28:00

Health Officials Issue Mosquito-Borne illnesses alert

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County (DOH-Miami-Dade) is under a mosquito-borne illness alert. A case of dengue fever of local transmission has been confirmed in a Miami-Dade resident, making this the fourth local case in 2019. These four local cases do not appear to be related.

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September 12, 2019 11:55:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Recognizes National HIV-AIDS Aging Awareness Day

Miami, Fla. – In commemoration of National HIV/AIDS Aging Awareness Day, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is collaborating with local partners to host a community awareness event.

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September 11, 2019 15:30:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Issues Swimming Advisory at Virginia Key Beach - Crandon North & South still in effect

Miami, Fla. - Samples of beach water collected at these locations did not meet the recreational water quality standard for enterococci. By state regulation, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is required to issue an advisory to inform the public in a specific area when this standard is not met.

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September 11, 2019

Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County Announces Community Health Assessment

MIAMI, FL. – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County developed a Community Health Assessment (CHA) to examine the health of Miami-Dade and its residents. The Community Health Assessment, refers to an assessment that is used to identify key health needs and issues through methodical, comprehensive data collection and analysis.

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September 10, 2019 15:30:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Lifts Swimming Advisory for Dog Beach at Rickenbacker Causeway

Miami, FL. – Based on satisfactory microbial water quality test result, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is lifting the swimming advisory that was issued on September 5, 2019 for Dog Beach at Rickenbacker Causeway.

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September 07, 2019 14:19:00

Swimming Advisory Lifted for Cape Florida and Key Biscayne Beach Club

Miami, FL. – Based on satisfactory microbial water quality test result, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is lifting the swimming advisory that was issued on September 5, 2019 for Cape Florida and Key Biscayne (Beach Club).

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September 06, 2019 14:35:00

Miami-Dade Lifts Swimming Advisory at Virginia Key Beach

Miami, FL. – Based on satisfactory microbial water quality test result, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is lifting the swimming advisory that was issued on September 5, 2019 for Virginia Key Beach.

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September 05, 2019

DOH in Miami-Dade County Issues a Swimming Advisory

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September 02, 2019

The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County Offices and services will be open Tuesday, September 3

The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County Offices and services will be open Tuesday, September 3.

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August 23, 2019

Health Officials Issue Mosquito-Borne illnesses alert

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County (DOH-Miami-Dade) today issued a mosquito-borne illness alert for Miami-Dade County. A case of dengue fever of local transmission has been confirmed in a Miami-Dade resident, making this one the third local case in 2019. These three local cases do not appear to be related.

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August 23, 2019 14:22:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Lifts Swimming Advisory

Miami, FL. – Based on satisfactory microbial water quality test result, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is lifting the swimming advisory that was issued on August 21, 2019

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August 21, 2019 16:45:00

DOH in Miami-Dade Issues Swimming Advisory

Miami, Fla. - Samples of beach water collected at these locations did not meet the recreational water quality standard for enterococci. By state regulation, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is required to issue an advisory to inform the public in a specific area when this standard is not met. An advisory has been issued because two consecutive water samples collected at these beaches exceeded the Federal and State recommended standard for enterococci (greater than 70 colony forming units of enterococci per 100ml for a single sample).

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August 12, 2019

FDOH-Miami-Dade Lifts Swimming Advisory for Crandon North and South

Miami, FL – Based on a satisfactory microbial water quality test result, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is lifting the swimming advisories for Crandon South and Crandon North Beach which were issued on August 2 and August 7 respectively.

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August 07, 2019 15:40:00

Swimming Advisory for Crandon North Beach and Crandon South is still in effect

Miami, FL - Samples of beach water collected at these locations did not meet the recreational water quality standard for enterococci. By state regulation, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is required to issue an advisory to inform the public in a specific area when this standard is not met. An advisory has been issued because two consecutive water samples collected at these beaches exceeded the Federal and State recommended standard for enterococci (greater than 70 colony forming units of enterococci per 100ml for a single sample).

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August 06, 2019

FDOH in Miami-Dade Lifts Swimming Advisory for Haulover Beach South

Miami, FL – Based on a satisfactory microbial water quality test result, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is lifting the swimming advisory for Haulover Beach South. The swimming advisory for Crandon South Beach in Key Biscayne remains in effect. Both advisories were issued on August 2, 2019.

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August 06, 2019 15:50:00

FDOH in Miami-Dade County Issues Mosquito Borne Illnesses Advisory

Miami, Fla.—The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County (DOH-Miami-Dade) today confirmed a locally-acquired case of Dengue in the Miami-Dade County community. There is a heightened concern of additional residents becoming ill. DOH-Miami-Dade, Miami-Dade County Mosquito Control and Habitat Management Division will continue surveillance and prevention efforts.

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August 02, 2019 16:20:00

Swimming Advisory for Haulover South and Crandon South

Miami, FL - Samples of beach water collected at these locations did not meet the recreational water quality standard for enterococci. By state regulation, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is required to issue an advisory to inform the public in a specific area when this standard is not met. An advisory has been issued because two consecutive water samples collected at these beaches exceeded the Federal and State recommended standard for enterococci (greater than 70 colony forming units of enterococci per 100ml for a single sample).

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July 17, 2019 14:54:00

Back to School Immunization Schedule

Miami, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County’s Immunization Program is urging parents to check their children’s immunization record to see if they are due for a vaccine. Children entering Kindergarten and 7th grade are normally due for a vaccine and need to meet the requirements for school entry.

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July 15, 2019

Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County Celebrates National Breastfeeding Month

Miami, Fla.— The Florida Department of Health (DOH) in Miami-Dade County is celebrating World Breastfeeding Week and National Breastfeeding Month this August. This year's theme— “Empower Parents, Enable Breastfeeding” was chosen to be inclusive of all types of parents in today’s world. Focusing on supporting parents to be empowered is vital to realizing their breastfeeding goals.

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June 26, 2019

Miami-Dade County Health Department Recognizes HIV Testing Day

Miami, Fla. — June 27, 2019, commemorates National HIV Testing Day (NHTD). First observed in 1995, NHTD is meant to encourage people to be aware of their HIV status so that they can take control of their health. This year’s theme, “Doing It My Way,” highlights how and why people make testing a part of their lives.

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June 26, 2019

DOH-Miami-Dade Announces CHIP Community Meeting

MIAMI, FL. – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is pleased to announce it will be hosting the Community Health Assessment and Improvement Plan Community Meeting to share the assessment results. The purpose of the Community Meeting is to gather a diverse mix of public health professionals, community members, state and local health officials and community organizations so they can take a collaborative approach to discussing the needs of the community and to develop strategies and interventions.

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June 10, 2019

FLORIDA’S STUDENTS WORKING AGAINST TOBACCO RECEIVE INTERNATIONAL AWARD FOR ADVOCACY

Miami, Florida – Students Working Against Tobacco (SWAT), Florida’s youth-led statewide organization, is one of six individuals and groups to be honored with a 2019 World No Tobacco Day award for their Not A Lab Rat campaign.

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May 31, 2019

DOH-Miami-Dade Urges Residents and Visitors to Prepare for Hurricane Season

Miami, Fla. — Atlantic hurricane season officially starts on June 1, and the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County (DOH-Miami-Dade) encourages all residents and visitors to prepare for severe weather emergencies now. Determine any risks to your home, property or business, and update your emergency plans and supplies before Florida is threatened by a storm. It’s important to stay prepared before and after a storm.

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May 22, 2019 15:40:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Congratulates Dr. Reynald Jean as a 2019 Health Care Hero

Miami, Fla. – Dr. Reynald Jean, Director of Tuberculosis Control and Prevention, Epidemiology, Disease Control, Clinical Laboratory, Immunization Services and Public Health Preparedness for the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County (DOH-Miami-Dade) is the proud recipient of the 2019 Health Care Heroes Award in the category of Health Care Professionals.

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May 07, 2019

National Nurses Week

Miami, Fla. — Across Florida, there are thousands of nurses with a passion and commitment to care for others in their greatest times of need. They are the compassionate faces at the bedside and the healing hands that work tirelessly to ensure that each patient, adult or child, receives safe, quality health care.

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May 05, 2019 11:20:00

Asthma Awareness Day

Miami, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County recognizes May as Asthma Awareness Month along with May 7th as World Asthma Day.

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April 26, 2019

The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County Spotlights The Youth Vaping Epidemic For Tobacco Free Florida Week

MIAMI, FLA. – The federal government declared youth vaping, or e-cigarette use, a nationwide epidemic. In light of these concerns and the misinformation surrounding this topic, the Bureau of Tobacco Free Florida and the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County are helping educate parents, educators, pediatricians and partners on what they need to know about vaping and youth. This year’s Tobacco Free Florida Week, April 22–28, is themed E-Epidemic: Vaping and Youth.

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April 18, 2019

Miami-Dade Presents the 2019 Florida Worksite Wellness Awards

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County’s Consortium for a Healthier Miami-Dade presents the 2019 Florida Worksite Wellness Awards which will be held on Friday, May 3, 2019 at the Miami Airport Convention Center (MACC). The Florida Worksite Wellness Awards presents an exciting opportunity to learn about worksite wellness best practices and successful worksite wellness programs throughout Florida. This year’s keynote speaker, Jackie Harder, will be speaking on “Workplace Solitude: How Connection and Community Impacts Our Health.” The event will also host workshops for attendees covering an array of wellness topics and recognize Florida employers who have made a commitment to employee wellness and whose programs produced measurable positive health outcomes.

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April 12, 2019

Hepatitis A Miami-Dade County

Hepatitis A is an infection of the liver caused by the hepatitis A virus (HAV). Typical symptoms of hepatitis A are more common in adults and older children. Young children often have no symptoms or very mild symptoms. Hepatitis A is a routinely recommended vaccination for children starting at 1 year of age. Symptoms of Hepatitis A usually start within 28 days of exposure to the virus or within a range of 15-50 days. Symptoms can include: fever, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, light-colored stools, dark-colored urine, generally ill-feeling (malaise), and occasionally presents a yellow coloring of the skin and the whites of the eyes (jaundice). People infected with hepatitis A are most contagious from two weeks before onset of symptoms to one week afterwards. Not everyone who is infected will have all the symptoms.

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April 08, 2019 16:05:00

Health Officials Urge Residents to Avoid Contact with Wild and Stray Animals

Miami-Dade County health officials urge residents to avoid contact with wild and stray animals to protect themselves from the risk of rabies exposure.

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April 01, 2019

DOH-Miami-Dade Recognizes National Public Health Week

Miami, Fla. — This week, April 1 – 7, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is acknowledging National Public Health Week (NPHW). NPHW presents an opportunity for communities across the United States to reflect on the contributions of public health and highlight issues that are important to improving our health.

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March 20, 2019

SWAT Declares Florida Youth Are Not a Lab Rat

Miami, Fla. – Students Working Against Tobacco (SWAT) in Miami-Dade County is standing up to the electronic cigarette industry for the 24th annual Kick Butts Day on Wednesday, March 20, 2019. This national day of activism, sponsored by the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids, encourages youth to raise awareness of the problem of tobacco use in their community.

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March 19, 2019

DOH-Miami-Dade County Addresses the 2019 County Health Rankings

Miami, FL —The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County recognizes the value in measuring health outcomes and today acknowledged the 2019 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.gov.

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March 18, 2019 11:10:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Recognizes World TB Day

Miami, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County recognizes World Tuberculosis (TB) Day on March 24th. World TB Day, which commemorates the discovery of the bacteria that causes tuberculosis TB is an annual observance designed to build awareness and educate the public about the impact of TB around the world. This year’s theme is “It’s Time....for A World without TB”. We can make history.

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March 04, 2019

DOH-Miami-Dade Celebrates National Nutrition Month In March

Miami – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County recognizes March as National Nutrition Month® - a time to reexamine the role dietary intake plays in achieving and maintaining optimal health. “There’s no one diet that is right for everyone, so it’s important to follow a healthful eating plan that works for you.”

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February 15, 2019 21:45:00

DOH-MIAMI-DADE IDENTIFIES CASE OF HEPATITIS "A" IN FOOD WORKER; ENCOURAGES VACCINATION

Miami –The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County (DOH-Miami-Dade) has identified a positive case of hepatitis A in a food worker in Miami. DOH-Miami-Dade immediately began conducting an epidemiological investigation and determined the individual worked at Primo’s Italian Kitchen & Bar, 1717 North Bayshore Drive #101 between January 26 – February 7, 2019.

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February 11, 2019 11:27:00

Tobacco Free Workplace Summit

Miami, FL – The Consortium for a Healthier Miami-Dade Tobacco-Free Workgroup is pleased to invite you to the 2019 Tobacco-Free Workplace Summit on Friday, February 22, 2019, from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm. Please join us to learn more about the benefits of becoming a tobacco free worksite, how to create policy change and free quit resources and tools available to all Floridians.

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February 11, 2019 10:47:00

The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County Recognizes Getting 2 Zero HIV-AIDS Awareness Week

Miami, FL-The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County recognizes “Getting 2 Zero” HIV/AIDS Awareness Week. Miami-Dade County made a community investment to address the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Last year, a resolution declared the third week in February as "Getting 2 Zero Miami-Dade County Awareness Week". The goal is to get to zero new HIV/AIDS cases, zero AIDS related deaths, zero stigma, and zero discrimination.

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February 08, 2019

Miami-Dade Encourages Commitment To a Heart-Healthy Lifestyle For American Heart Month

Miami, FL.- February marks the beginning of American Heart Month, a federally designated month that is a great way to remind Americans to focus on their hearts and commit to a healthy lifestyle. By making lifestyle changes and eliminating their risk factors, Floridians can help fight one of the deadliest diseases in the state and the nation among both men and women-heart disease.

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February 07, 2019

DOH-Miami-Dade Lifts Swimming Advisory for Sunny Isles and Bal Harbor Beach

Miami, FL – Based on a satisfactory microbial water quality test result, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is lifting the swimming advisory that was issued on February 5, 2019 for the beach site at Sunny Isles Beach (Gilbert Samson Ocean Front Park – 174th Street Collins Avenue and Bal Harbor Beach – 96th Street Collins Avenue.

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February 06, 2019

Swimming Advisory Lifted

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February 05, 2019 16:20:00

Miami-Dade Issues Beach advisory for Sunny Isles - Balhabour - Haulover South Beach

A SWIMMING ADVISORY IS POSTED at the following beach sites: Sunny Isles Beach (Gilbert Samson Ocean Front Park 174th Street Collins Ave.), Haulover South Beach, and Bal Harbor Beach -96 St Collins Ave.

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February 05, 2019 15:15:00

DOH-Miami-Dade Lifts Swimming Advisory for Crandon North

Miami, FL – Based on a satisfactory microbial water quality test result, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is lifting the swimming advisory that was issued on January 31, 2019 for the beach site at Crandon North (Crandon Park Key Biscayne).

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February 05, 2019 08:30:00

CHIP Annual Report Press Release 2018

MIAMI, FL. – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is pleased to announce the release of the 2017-2018 Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) Annual Report.

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February 01, 2019 16:20:00

DOH Miami-Dade Lifts Swimming Advisory for Crandon South, and Key Biscayne Beach Club, Advisory Remains at Crandon North

Miami, FL – Based on a satisfactory microbial water quality test result, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is lifting the swimming advisory that was issued on January 31, 2019 for the beach site at Key Biscayne Beach Club and Crandon South (Crandon Park Key Biscayne).

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January 31, 2019

DOH in Miami-Dade County Issues a Swimming Advisory

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January 31, 2019 12:10:00

DOH Recognizes National Black HIV-AIDS Awareness Day

Miami, FL – February 7, 2019 commemorates National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NBHAAD), a National HIV testing and treatment community mobilization initiative. NBHAAD was founded in 1999 as a national response to the growing HIV and AIDS epidemic in African American communities.

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January 23, 2019

Human Trafficking

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County will be promoting the Look Beneath the Surface campaign from the Office on Trafficking in Person with support from the Department of Health and Human Services. January is National Slavery and Human Trafficking awareness month, and the Department will be supporting this awareness campaign through specific activities.

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January 22, 2019

Health Officials Lifting Rabies Alert

Miami-The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade (DOH-Miami-Dade) is lifting the rabies alert for the Palmetto Bay area (boundaries included SW 144th Street to the North, SW 184th Street to the South, Biscayne Bay to the East, US 1 to the West). The alert has been in place since November 21, 2018.

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January 16, 2019

Lifting Swimming Advisory Crandon South and 73rd Street

SWIMMING ADVISORIES LIFTED

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January 14, 2019

Consortium for a Healthier Miami-Dade Committee Leadership Announcement

Miami, FL. – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is pleased to announce the newly elected 2019-2020 Consortium for a Healthier Miami-Dade Committee Chairs and Vice-Chairs that provide guidance to the Consortium.

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January 11, 2019 10:30:00

Swimming Advisory for Crandon South, and North Shore (73rd Street)

Miami, FL-Samples of beach water collected at these locations did not meet the recreational water quality standard for enterococci. By state regulation, the Florida Department of Health in Miami Dade County is required to issue an advisory to inform the public in a specific area when this standard is not met.

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December 21, 2018

HEALTH OFFICIALS LIFT RABIES ALERT

Miami- The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade (DOH-Miami-Dade) is lifting the rabies alert for the North Miami Beach area (boundaries included NE 186th Street to the North, Royal Glades Canal to the South, West Dixie Hwy to the East, NE 19th Avenue to the West). The alert has been in place since October 16, 2018 when the second cat tested positive for rabies.

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November 25, 2018 10:30:00

ON WORLD AIDS DAY, DOH-MIAMI-DADE CONTINUES FIGHT AGAINST HIV/AIDS

Miami, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County unites with people and communities worldwide as we observe World AIDS Day on December 1, by showing support for people living with HIV and honoring those who have died from an AIDS-related illness. This year’s national theme is “Know Your Status.”

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November 21, 2018 13:15:00

HEALTH OFFICIALS ISSUE RABIES ALERT

Miami, FL –The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County (DOH-Miami-Dade) received confirmation of a seventh raccoon that tested positive for rabies in the same Kendall area. Although the rabies alert had been lifted, it will now be extended for another 60 days ending on January 19, 2019.

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November 20, 2018 16:55:00

Swimming Advisory Lifted at Collins Park 21 st

Miami, FL – Based on a satisfactory microbial water quality test result, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is lifting the swimming advisory

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November 19, 2018

Health Officials Lift Rabies Alert

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November 19, 2018

Health Officials Issue Mosquito-Borne Illnesses Advisory

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November 16, 2018

DOH in Miami-Dade County Issues a Swimming Advisory

A SWIMMING ADVISORY IS POSTED at Collins Park (21st Street) in Miami Beach Samples of beach water collected at this location did not meet the recreational water quality standard for enterococci. By state regulation, the Florida Department of Health in Miami Dade County is required to issue an advisory to inform the public in a specific area when this standard is not met.

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November 15, 2018

DOH-Miami-Dade’s WIC Program hosts the 5th Annual Homestead/Florida City Health and Resource Fair

Miami, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County WIC Program will host the 5th Annual Holiday Homestead/Florida City Health and Resource Fair at the Homestead/Florida City WIC clinic located at 753 West Palm Drive, Florida City, FL 33034 on Saturday, December 1, 2018 from 9:30am – 1:30pm.

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November 13, 2018

DOH-Miami-Dade and Tobacco Free Florida Encourage Tobacco Users to Quit Smoking on Great American Smokeout

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October 16, 2018

Health Officials Issue Rabies Alert

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October 05, 2018

DOH-Miami-Dade Recognizes National Latino AIDS Awareness Day

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September 25, 2018

Health Officials Issue Rabies Alert

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September 25, 2018

Health Officials Issue Rabies Alert

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September 18, 2018

DOH-Miami-Dade Lifts Swimming Advisory

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September 17, 2018

Health Officials Issue Rabies Alert

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September 17, 2018

Vaccination is the best protection against the flu

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September 12, 2018

DOH-Miami-Dade Issues a Swimming Advisory

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September 11, 2018

DOH-Miami-Dade Lifts Swimming Advisory

DOH-Miami-Dade Lifts Swimming Advisory at Key Biscayne Beach Club

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September 08, 2018

Health Officials Issue Rabies Alert

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September 06, 2018

DOH in Miami-Dade County Issues a Swimming Advisory

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September 06, 2018

DOH-Miami-Dade Lifts Swimming Advisory at Crandon North Beach

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September 05, 2018

The Consortium for a Healthier Miami-Dade Social Media Challenge, Fall Edition: #BeHealthyBeHappyMiami

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August 29, 2018

A Swimming Advisory is Posted at Crandon North Beach

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August 09, 2018

DOH-Miami-Dade offers free back-to-school immunizations

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August 09, 2018

The Consortium for a Healthier Miami-Dade Hosts its 15th Anniversary Celebration

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August 08, 2018

The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County Releases Forces of Change Assessment Report

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August 06, 2018

DOH-MIAMI-DADE RECOGNIZES JACKSON HEALTH SYSTEM

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August 04, 2018

Health Officials Issue Rabies Alert

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August 01, 2018

DOH-Miami-Dade offers free back-to-school immunizations

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August 01, 2018

Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County Celebrates National Breastfeeding Month

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July 24, 2018

DOH-Miami-Dade Lifts the Swimming Advisory

MIAMI – Based on a satisfactory microbial water quality test result, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County is lifting the swimming advisory that was issued on July 18, 2018 for the beach site at Crandon Beach North, Crandon Beach South and Golden Beach.

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July 18, 2018

DOH in Miami-Dade County Issues a Swimming Advisory

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July 04, 2018

DOH-Miami-Dade Lifts the Swimming Advisory at Crandon North and Dog Beach

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July 04, 2018

HEALTH OFFICIALS ISSUE RABIES ALERT

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July 03, 2018

DOH in Miami-Dade County Issues a Swimming Advisory at Dog Beach (Virginia Key Beach Southside) and Crandon North Beach

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June 27, 2018

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY ENCOURAGES FLORIDIANS TO TEST YOUR WAY ON NATIONAL HIV TESTING DAY

Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County encourages Floridians to test your way on national HIV testing day.

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June 15, 2018

7th Annual Breastfeeding Awareness Walk

The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County and Healthy Start Coalition of Miami Dade Invite you to the 7th Annual Breastfeeding Awareness Walk

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April 23, 2018

DOH-Miami-Dade Recognizes Medical Laboratory Professionals Week

MIAMI – During Medical Laboratory Professionals Week, April 22-28, 2018, the Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County recognizes and honors its medical laboratory professionals who play a vital role in every aspect of health care.

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April 05, 2018