DOH-Charlotte Hosts Diabetes Prevention Program
July 7, 2026
The Diabetes Prevention Program is a no-cost, year-long class focused on making healthy lifestyle changes to lower your risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
For media inquiries:
Omar Rodríguez Ortiz • Charlotte_PIO@FLHealth.gov • 941-624-7200
DOH-Charlotte Hosts Annual Back to School Bash
June 30, 2026
Services for children will be provided free of charge on a first come, first serve basis as supplies last thanks to partnerships between DOH-Charlotte and community organizations.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
DOH-Charlotte Offices Close in Observance of Upcoming Holidays
December 22, 2025