News - Florida Department of Health in Charlotte County

DOH-Charlotte Issues Rabies Advisory

June 4, 2026

The Florida Department of Health in Charlotte County (DOH-Charlotte) is monitoring rabies among wild animals in the area. This is in response to a single confirmed case of rabies in a raccoon that was captured in the area off Jarvis St.

Press Release

DOH-Charlotte Supports National Water Safety Month

May 18, 2026

The Florida Department of Health in Charlotte County (DOH-Charlotte) promotes National Water Safety Month, observed each May, to educate the community on drowning prevention and how to safely enjoy the state’s many lakes, rivers, beaches, and pools.

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DOH-Charlotte Observes National Stroke Awareness Month

May 13, 2026

The Florida Department of Health in Charlotte County (DOH-Charlotte) recognizes National Stroke Awareness Month, an observance that highlights the importance of knowing the risk factors and symptoms of stroke.

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DOH-Charlotte Observes Cervical Cancer Awareness Month

January 22, 2026

The Florida Department of Health in Charlotte County recognizes January as Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, observed to highlight the importance of prevention, early detection, and education focused on cervical cancer.

Community Event

DOH-Charlotte Hosts Child Safety and Wellness Workshops

January 13, 2026

The Florida Department of Health in Charlotte County invites parents, expecting parents, grandparents, legal guardians, and caretakers to attend the Child Safety and Wellness Workshops through Thursday, February 12, 2026.

Community Event

DOH-Charlotte Hosts Program to Help Seniors Prevent Falls

January 12, 2026

The Florida Department of Health in Charlotte County and Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida invites seniors and anyone concerned about falling to attend the A Matter of Balance program starting on Thursday, January 15, 2026.

Office Closure

DOH-Charlotte Offices Close in Honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day

January 8, 2026

All Florida Department of Health offices in Charlotte County (DOH-Charlotte) will close on Monday, January 19, 2026, in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Office Closure

DOH-Charlotte Offices Close in Observance of Upcoming Holidays

December 22, 2025

Office Closure

DOH-Charlotte Offices Close in Observance of Thanksgiving

November 24, 2025

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DOH-Charlotte Encourages a Healthy 2025 Holiday Season

November 20, 2025