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Ladder Safety Every year, over 300 people die in ladder-related accidents and thousands suffer disabling injuries. When using a ladder, the base should be safely secured to prevent movement. Keep your center of gravity and body between the ladder’s side rails

You don’t have to be nervous about your new baby. We will guide you through every step of new parenthood with our Bellies, Babies, and Beyond parenting classes to ensure a healthy pregnancy, birth, and developmental outcome. Call 407-723-5292 for more information.

Sleep Impacts your health. Tips for a good night’s sleep: ▪️Make sure your bedroom is quiet and at a comfortable temperature ▪️Go to bed at the same time each night ▪️No devices (TVs, PCs, smart phones) ▪️Avoid large meals, caffeine, and alcohol before bedtime ▪️Get some exercise

Today, officials lifted the health alert for the presence of blue-green algae in Lake Gatlin (SW Cove). This is in response to a site visit and water samples taken by @FLDEPNews. The public may resume normal activities in and around Lake Gatlin.

With the arrival of springtime, bats become active and seek locations inside homes and buildings. ▪️Never handle bats ▪️Make sure your pets are current on their #rabies vaccine ▪️Cover windows with screens and secure any openings to your roof

Did You Know: Laughter has health benefits? Laughter can: ▪️Boosts immunity ▪️Lowers stress hormones ▪️Decreases pain ▪️Relaxes your muscles ▪️Lowers Blood Pressure

Staying active to boost your energy, reduces stress, and support overall wellbeing. However you choose to move, find something you enjoy and make it fun. Your body and mind will thank you.

Saturday April 18 is #NationalExerciseDay! #DYK the difference between physical activity and exercise? Any movement of your body requiring energy is considered physical activity. Exercise is a planned, structured, and purposeful physical activity. Its goal is to increase fitness.

April 17 is #CleanOutMedsDay! 🔎 Search for all meds in cabinets, nightstands, cupboards, etc. 👀Review your medications. ☣️ Properly dispose of leftover or expired meds. 🫴 Drop meds off at take back locations near you. Find more info at tinyurl.com/4pav9v3m.

Get outdoors this weekend. 🌴🏕️🥾🏖️ Because most of us work indoors during the daylight hours, the weekend provides a nice opportunity to get outside and connect with nature. Remember: 🧴Apply and reapply sunscreen every two hours 🥤Stay hydrated 🧢Wear a hat

Until further notice, WIC and Family Planning/Prenatal services will temporarily relocate from Southside Health Center during HVAC upgrades ▪️WIC moves to Lila Mitchell, 5151 Raleigh St ▪️Family Planning/Prenatal moves to our Central Health Center, 832 W Central Blvd 407-723-5004

Healthy Weekend TIP: A week of workouts and restricting your calories may leave you hungry and tired. This can lead to overeating and under exercising. Practice moderation every day when eating and exercising to sustain for the long haul. #HealthierYOUFL

What's in season this spring in Florida? 🫐 Choosing in-season foods is an easy way to add more color, flavor and nutrition to your meals while supporting Florida farmers and communities. What are you adding to your plate this season? #SpringSeason #FloridaFarmers

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Thriving families depend on strong support systems. Support can come from family, friends, neighbors, and others in the community.

Allergy Prevention Tip: Keep your windows closed and remove your shoes before entering your home to cut down how much pollen gets inside your home. #Asthma

Enjoy a walk this afternoon. Every step counts, no matter how small.

Celebrating the Public Health Workforce We close Public Health Week by celebrating the people who make it all possible - our dedicated public health workforce. A healthy community doesn’t happen by chance. We honor our DOH‑Orange team that strengthens Orange County.

Protecting Our Communities Today, we recognize our many teams that work behind the scenes to protect the health and safety of our community. Epidemiology, Environmental Public Health, TB, Business Office, Facilities and IT, all work together to ensure you remain safe and healthy.

WIC and Family Planning/Prenatal services will temporarily relocate from our Southside Health Center during HVAC upgrades. ▪️WIC moves to Lila Mitchell, 5151 Raleigh St. ▪️Family Planning/Prenatal moves to our Central Health Center, 832 W. Central Blvd. 407-723-5004

Health CAUTION issued for Lake Como (NW Shore) b/c of the presence of blue-green algae based on water sample ▪️We do not recommend that you drink, swim, wade, or use personal watercraft where there is a visible bloom ▪️Residents & pets should exercise caution in/around the lake