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New Population Query on FloridaCHARTS.com
The Florida Department of Health announces the release of a new * population query system * for those working with population-based health or health-related services. The new query system makes population demographics readily available. It includes several standard reports, and it also provides the ability for users to query the population estimates by selecting or dragging and dropping components to create tailored reports. In addition, this application will be the model for the soon to be released birth and death query systems. (08/06/10) New website to launch for STD Awareness Month The Florida Department of Health, Bureau of Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) Prevention and Control has a new web automated human interaction (wahi) internet site called Florida’s Access to Comprehensive Education using Internet Technology—FACE IT for short. The launch date coincides with the first day of STD Awareness Month. The objective of STD Awareness Month is to increase knowledge about STDs, support risk avoidance, and promote early diagnosis and treatment. Each of Florida’s 67 counties will have access to screening and educational events. Remember to visit * www.faceitflorida.com * on April 1, 2010! (04/01/10) The Florida Environmental Public Health Tracking Program Launches New Online Portal In collaboration with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Florida Environmental Public Health Tracking Program is pleased to announce the launch of its online portal. Please visit us at * www.FLTracking.com * and * http://www.cdc.gov/ephtracking/ * * View Press Release * (07/13/09) Imported Drywall * http://www.doh.state.fl.us/Environment/community/indoor-air/drywall.html. * (04/17/09) New Provisional Vital Statistics Available Quarterly vital statistics provisional reports were recently released for January - December of 2009 and January - March 2010. Click "Provisional Reports," select the year desired and click through the pages to see the latest information on births, deaths -- including fetal, neonatal and infant deaths -- marriages and dissolutions of marriage. * Vital Statistics Provisional Reports * (06/08/10) The Health Advisor Review the Department of Health's official newsletter, * The Health Advisor *, and learn the 5 Ds for avoiding mosquito bites, find information for beating the last-minute school rush for child immunizations, and learn how KidCare coverage has become easier to get and keep. (07/06/09) The Florida Department of Health Announces the Florida Health Practitioner Oral Healthcare Workforce Report The Florida Department of Health (DOH), under the leadership of State Surgeon General Ana M. Viamonte Ros, M.D., M.P.H., announces the release of the Florida Health Practitioner Oral Healthcare Workforce Ad Hoc Advisory Committee Report. Because oral health is essential to general health and well-being, the lack of basic oral health care for many Floridians contributes to the number of people experiencing poor general health. Please see the Oral Healthcare Workforce Report and the Oral Healthcare Workforce Report press release for more information. * http://www.doh.state.fl.us/Family/dental/OralHealthcareWorkforce/index.html. * (04/14/09) Department of Health Annouces New Health Care Clinic Establishment Permit The Florida Department of Health reminds establishments purchasing prescription drugs about the new health care clinic establishment permit requirement beginning January 1, 2009. The permit authorizes the purchase of prescription drugs by a professional corporation or professional limited liability company. It also authorizes the purchase of prescription drugs by corporations that employ veterinarians. Health care practitioners or veterinarians who are purchasing prescription drugs under their professional license number are not required to obtain the permit. For more information, please see the Drugs, Devices and Cosmetics Program website at * http://www.doh.state.fl.us/pharmacy. * (12/22/08) The Florida Department of Health Announces First Physician Workforce Annual Report The Florida Department of Health (DOH) is pleased to release the first Physician Workforce Annual Report, an accurate depiction of the active, licensed physician workforce in the state by specialty. Over time, these data will be used to pinpoint specialty areas by geographic location and hours per week, account for generational and gender factors, and assess reasons for changes in scope of practice. Please see the * Physician Workforce Annual Report * and the * Physician Workforce Annual Report Press Release * for more information. (12/18/08) Family Preparedness Guide The Florida Department of Health and the Agency for Persons with Disabilities have created a new Family Preparedness Guide for Florida residents and visitors just in time for hurricane season. The guide provides information on developing a personal preparedness plan with special consideration for those with disabilities. The guide is available in * English, * * Spanish * and * Creole. * (06/12/08) Department of Health Stresses Importance of Hygiene The Florida Department of Health (DOH) today reminds Floridians of the importance of proper hygiene to prevent the spread of MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus), the common cold, influenza and a number of other infections. Research published this week in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) estimates that there are more than 94,000 MRSA infections and 18,000 deaths in the USA each year. MRSA no longer appears solely in healthcare settings, it is becoming more common in the community since its appearance in the 1960’s. (10/19/07) (MRSA Facts) Important Information Regarding Hurricanes Important public health information is available to help the public prepare for * hurricanes. * Also available is a * facts sheet * to assist with decisions before, during, and after a hurricane. In an effort to get important Public Health information out to individuals who could be affected by Hurricanes, the Department of Health has issued several DOH Information Fact Sheets regarding health risks. Please feel free to utilize this information in your community. Additional information is available by calling the Florida Emergency Information Line at 1-800-342-3557. (09/12/06) |
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