Getting the flu shot yearly is important and recommended for everyone six months and older, including pregnant women. more

A total of 2,300 cases of monkeypox have been reported in Florida since the beginning of the year. Most are still in South Florida, but Orange County has reported more than 200 infections. more

Why do some people seem to be mosquito magnets while others are oblivious to these blood-feeding pests buzzing all around them? more

The Florida Department of Health in Orange County celebrates World Heart Day on September 29th to bring awareness of cardiovascular disease and prevention.  more

Experts are reminding parents to schedule a time to get health screenings for kids and think beyond the basic back-to-school physical. more

With vaccines preventing 4 to 5 million deaths per year according to the WHO, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2022’s States that Vaccinate the Most, as well … more

Through the DOH-Orange website, there are plenty of vaccination appointments available. The appointment system opens up at 8:30 a.m. Monday through Friday. more

One of the most common questions I hear from parents during a dental visit is, “How do my kids have cavities?” or “How do cavities even form?” more

The Florida Department of Health in Orange County, with the Healthy Start Coalition of Orange County, is hosting a FREE Maternal and Child Health Summit. more

Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried is urging Florida health officials to roll back an emergency rule that creates new restrictions on medical marijuana doses. more