News - Florida Department of Health in Seminole County

DOH-Seminole Hosts World TB Day Event

March 17, 2026

Sanford, Fla. — In recognition of World Tuberculosis (TB) Day recognized on March 24, the Florida Department of Health in Seminole County (DOH-Seminole) invites the public to attend the World TB Day 2026 event on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

Office Closure

State Holiday – Office Closure

February 4, 2026

In honor of our nation’s first president and founding father, George Washington, the state of Florida will be declaring an official state holiday on Monday, February 16, 2026. State offices will be closed, and Floridians are encouraged to get out and celebrate our state’s history and American heritage.

Office Closure

DOH-Seminole Offices Close in Observance of Thanksgiving

November 21, 2025

Sanford, Fla. — All Florida Department of Health offices in Seminole County (DOH-Seminole) will be closed on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, through Friday, November 28, 2025, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

Health Awareness & Observances

DOH-Seminole Encourages a Healthy 2025 Holiday Season

November 21, 2025

Sanford, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Seminole County (DOH-Seminole) encourages residents and visitors to enjoy a healthy and safe holiday season by following the tips below.

Office Closure

DOH-Seminole Offices Close in Honor of Veterans Day

November 7, 2025

Sanford, Fla. — All Florida Department of Health offices in Seminole County (DOH-Seminole) will close on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, in honor of Veterans Day.

Health Alert

DOH-Seminole Issues Rabies Advisory

November 3, 2025

Seminole County, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Seminole County (DOH-Seminole) is monitoring rabies among wild animals in the area. This is in response to a single confirmed case of rabies in a bat that was captured in the area near 4200 Dike Road in Winter Park in Seminole County on October 23, 2025. All residents and visitors should be aware that rabies may be currently present in the wild animal population.

Health Awareness & Observances

DOH-Seminole Recognizes National Diabetes Awareness Month

November 3, 2025

Sanford, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Seminole County (DOH-Seminole) emphasizes the importance of diabetes prevention and management during National Diabetes Awareness Month, recognized annually in November.

Health Alert

DOH-Seminole Issues Rabies Advisory

November 3, 2025

Health Alert

DOH-Seminole Issues Blue Green Algae Health Alert for Lake Jesup

October 24, 2025

Sanford, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Seminole County (DOH-Seminole) has issued a health alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algae toxins in Lake Jesup. The alert is in response to a water sample taken on October 21, 2025. The public should exercise caution in and around Lake Jesup.

Health Alert

DOH-Seminole Issues Blue Green Algae Health Alert for Lake Jesup

October 10, 2025

Sanford, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Seminole County (DOH-Seminole) has issued a health alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algae toxins in Lake Jesup. The alert is in response to a water sample taken on October 7, 2025. The public should exercise caution in and around Lake Jesup.