Press Releases
January 30, 2023 08:30:00
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN LAKE COUNTY “GOES RED” FOR NATIONAL WEAR RED DAY
Eustis, FL – Employees with the Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) are raising women’s heart health public awareness by participating and urging others in the community to wear red on Friday, February 3, 2023, which is the American Heart Association “National Wear Red Day”
January 18, 2023 07:30:00
FLORIDA HEALTH IN LAKE COUNTY ENCOURAGES REGULAR SCREENING FOR CERVICAL CANCER PREVENTION
Eustis, Fla - January is Cervical Health Awareness Month and Florida Health in Lake County encourages women to visit their health care provider to be screened for cervical cancer and learn more about preventing cervical cancer through lifestyle change and vaccination.
January 09, 2023 07:30:00
DOH-LAKE OFFICES TO CLOSE IN OBSERVANCE OF THE MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. HOLIDAY
Eustis, FL. – All Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) offices will be closed Monday, January 16, 2023, to observe the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday. All offices will reopen Tuesday, January 17, 2023, with regularly scheduled hours. As in all medical emergencies, residents needing immediate assistance should dial 911. For more information, visit our website at http://lake.floridahealth.gov/ or follow us on Twitter at @FLHealthLake.
November 21, 2022 08:30:00
OFFICES TO CLOSE IN OBSERVANCE OF THE THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY
Eustis, FL – All Florida Department of Health in Lake County offices will be closed Wednesday, November 23, Thursday, November 24, 2022, and Friday, November 25, 2022, to observe the Thanksgiving Holiday. All offices will reopen Monday, November 28, 2022, with regularly scheduled hours. As in all medical emergencies, residents needing immediate assistance should dial 911.
November 21, 2022
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN LAKE COUNTY PROVIDING LIFESAVING NALOXONE TO REDUCE SUBSTANCE ABUSE DEATHS
Eustis, Fla.– The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) is announcing the availability of free Naloxone (Narcan) Nasal Spray kits. This lifesaving medication could reduce thousands of substance abuse deaths across the state. Naloxone is available to people who use drugs, people with a history of drug use, others at risk of experiencing an overdose, friends, family members, and others who may witness an overdose. Kits consist of two Naloxone nasal sprays that are administered even without a health care professional present.
Eustis, FL. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) has issued a Health Alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algal toxins in Sawgrass Lake. This is in response to a water sample taken on 11/14/2022. The public should exercise caution in and around Sawgrass Lake.>
November 09, 2022
DOH-LAKE County Office Closure for Tropical Storm Nicole
Lake County, Fla. — In response to Tropical Storm Nicole, county government offices in Lake County will close at noon (12:00 p.m.) today. As a result, the Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) will also close at noon today through Thursday, November 10th, 2022. As a reminder, DOH-Lake Offices are closed on Friday, November 11, for Veterans Day.
November 09, 2022 16:30:00
FDOH-LAKE Encourages Floridians to Be Prepared Ahead of Tropical Storm Nicole's Landfall
Lake County, Fla. — In response to Tropical Storm Nicole, the Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) is working to support local and state response efforts to protect public health during severe weather conditions.
Lake County, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County is monitoring an above average number of cases of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in Florida communities. This common respiratory virus may cause a higher number of pediatric emergency department visits compared to previous years.
October 20, 2022 13:30:00
Abbott Issues Recall of Certain Ready-to-Feed (RTF) Formulas
Eustis, FL. – Abbott has issued a press release voluntarily recalling certain lots of 2 fluid ounce/59 milliliter bottles of Ready-to-Feed (RTF) liquid formula products. For a list of products and lot numbers included in the recall, click here or call 1-800-986-8540.
October 18, 2022 08:30:00
HEALTH OFFICIALS ISSUE BLUE-GREEN ALGAE BLOOM ALERT FOR LAKE COUNTY SAWGRASS LAKE
Eustis, FL. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) has issued a Health Alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algal toxins in Sawgrass Lake. This is in response to a water sample taken on 10/13/2022. The public should exercise caution in and around Sawgrass Lake.
October 14, 2022
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN LAKE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION OFFICE TEMPORARILY CLOSED
Eustis, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) Administration Building, which houses the Office of Vital Statistics, located at 16140 US Hwy 441, Eustis, FL, will temporarily close starting Monday, October 24, 2022, until further notice due to construction.
October 04, 2022
What To Do If Your Well Is Flooded
Eustis FL – Heavy rainfall and flooding can make your tap water unsafe. If you are not sure about the safety of your well water, use commercially bottled water, disinfected water, or boiled and cooled water for drinking, making beverages or ice, cooking, brushing your teeth, washing dishes and washing recent wounds.
September 29, 2022 17:30:00
AFTER THE STORM FLOOD WATER SAFETY
Eustis FL – As Hurricane Ian impacts the state, and large amount of rainfall continues to fall, it is important to be prepared for issues related to flooding.
September 26, 2022 10:30:00
OFFICE CLOSURES
Eustis, FL –Due to the threat of severe weather from Hurricane Ian, all Florida Department of Health in Lake County offices will be closed starting Tuesday, September 27 through Friday, September 30, 2022. As in all medical emergencies, residents needing immediate assistance should dial 911.
September 19, 2022 08:30:00
HEALTH OFFICIALS URGE RESIDENTS TO AVOID CONTACT WITH WILD AND STRAY ANIMAILS
EUSTIS, FL – Lake County health officials urge residents to avoid contact with wild and stray animals to protect themselves from the risk of rabies exposure. In Florida, bats, raccoons, foxes, and unvaccinated cats are the animals most frequently diagnosed with rabies. Other animals that are at high risk for rabies include skunks, otters, coyotes, bobcats, and stray or unvaccinated cats, dogs and ferrets. Each year Lake County receives reports of rabid animals. Earlier in 2019, a rabid cat, bat and three raccoons were reported in Lake County. Most recently, a dog was exposed to a bat that tested positive for rabies from the Groveland area.
September 13, 2022
HEALTH OFFICIALS ISSUE BLUE-GREEN ALGAE BLOOM ALERT FOR LAKE COUNTY SAWGRASS LAKE
Eustis, FL. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) has issued a Health Alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algal toxins in Sawgrass Lake. This is in response to a water sample taken on 9/8/2022. The public should exercise caution in and around Sawgrass Lake.
August 29, 2022
OFFICES TO CLOSE IN OBSERVANCE OF THE LABOR DAY HOLIDAY
Eustis, FL – All Florida Department of Health in Lake County offices will be closed Monday, September 5, 2022, to observe the Labor Day Holiday. All offices will reopen Tuesday, September 6, 2022, with regularly scheduled hours. As in all medical emergencies, residents needing immediate assistance should dial 911.
Eustis, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health Lake County is celebrating World Breastfeeding Week from August 1-7, 2022. World Breastfeeding Week is celebrated every year from August 1st through August 7th in more than 170 countries to encourage breastfeeding and improve the health of babies around the world. The department is working to promote breastfeeding as a vital health activity, and encourages breastfeeding-friendly hospitals, childcare facilities, workplaces, and communities.
July 12, 2022
BACK TO SCHOOL IMMUNIZATION EVENT STARTING AUGUST 6TH
Eustis, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) in collaboration with the Lake County School Board will be conducting the following school immunization event at the following locations for school-age children only: Saturday, August 6th from 9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. Thursday, August 11th from 1:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.
Eustis, FL – All Florida Department of Health in Lake County offices will be closed Monday, July 4, 2022, to observe the Independence Day Holiday. All offices will reopen Tuesday, July 5, 2022, with regularly scheduled hours. As in all medical emergencies, residents needing immediate assistance should dial 911.
Eustis, Fla. – The last day of operations of all three (3) Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) Covid-19 vaccines and testing sites will be Thursday, June 30th, 2022.
Eustis, FL – All Florida Department of Health in Lake County offices will be closed Monday, May 30, 2022, to observe the Memorial Day Holiday. All offices will reopen Tuesday, May 31, 2022, with regularly scheduled hours. As in all medical emergencies, residents needing immediate assistance should dial 911.
May 19, 2022
The Florida Department of Health in Lake County Provides an Update on the Current National Infant Formula Shortage
Eustis, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) is monitoring the current infant formula shortage and takes this life-threatening issue very seriously.
Eustis FL – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) will be observing the annual “Healthy and Safe Swimming Week” May 23-29, 2022. This year’s theme is “Make a Healthy Splash: Stay Healthy and Safe in Splash Pads.”
April 08, 2022
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN LAKE COUNTY ADVISES ON MENINGOCOCCAL DISEASE AND VACCINES IN FLORIDA
Tallahassee, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health (FDOH) is responding to an outbreak of meningococcal disease in Florida. However, it can be prevented and treated. Getting vaccinated is the best way to protect against meningococcal disease.
January 10, 2022
OFFICES TO CLOSE IN OBSERVANCE OF THE MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. HOLIDAY
Eustis, FL. – All Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) offices and immunization/testing sites will be closed Monday, January 17, 2022 to observe the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday. All locations will reopen Tuesday, January 18, 2022 with regularly scheduled hours. As in all medical emergencies, residents needing immediate assistance should dial 911. For more information, visit our website at http://lake.floridahealth.gov/ or follow us on Twitter at @FLHealthLake.
January 07, 2022
DOH-LAKE COVID-19 IMMUNIZATION & TESTING SITES LOCATIONS
Eustis, Fla. – As a reminder, the Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) continues to offer Pfizer Covid-19 vaccines and testing at the following locations: DOH-Lake Community Health Site located at 560 W. DeSoto Street, Clermont. Monday thru Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. DOH-Lake Leesburg Site located at 2113 Griffin Road, Leesburg Wednesday and Friday 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. DOH-Lake Umatilla Site located at 249 E. Collins Street, Umatilla. Monday, Tuesday & Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Sites will be offering Pfizer Vaccine doses/boosters & Covid-19 PCR Testing. Moderna Vaccine available upon request. No appointments necessary. Dates and times are subject to change.
December 17, 2021
OFFICES TO CLOSE IN OBSERVANCE OF THE CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR’S HOLIDAY
Eustis, Fla. – All Florida Department of Health in Lake County offices and immunization/testing sites will be closed Thursday, December 23 and Friday, December 24, 2021 to observe the Christmas Holiday. All offices will reopen Monday, December 27, 2021 with regularly scheduled hours. All Florida Department of Health in Lake County offices and immunization/testing sites will be closed Thursday, December 30 and Friday, December 31, 2021 to observe the New Year’s Day Holiday. All offices will reopen Monday, January 3, 2022 with regularly scheduled hours. As in all medical emergencies, residents needing immediate assistance should dial 911.
November 22, 2021 11:30:00
HEALTH OFFICIALS ISSUE BLUE-GREEN ALGAE BLOOM ALERT FOR LAKE COUNTY SAWGRASS LAKE
Eustis, FL. The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) has issued a Health Alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algal toxins in Sawgrass Lake. This is in response to a water sample taken on 11/17/2021. The public should exercise caution in and around Sawgrass Lake.
November 18, 2021
OFFICES TO CLOSE IN OBSERVANCE OF THE THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY
Eustis, FL – All Florida Department of Health in Lake County offices and immunization/testing sites will be closed Thursday, November 25, 2021 and Friday, November 26, 2021 to observe the Thanksgiving Holiday. All offices and immunization/testing sites will reopen Monday, November 29, 2021 with regularly scheduled hours. As in all medical emergencies, residents needing immediate assistance should dial 911.
November 17, 2021 08:25:00
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN LAKE COUNTY ENCOURAGES PROPER FOOD SAFETY THIS HOLIDAY SEASON
Eustis, Fla. - With the holiday season fast approaching, the Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) is encouraging Floridians to keep food safe by practicing basic food safety measures while preparing meals this Thanksgiving.
November 12, 2021 08:30:00
DOH-LAKE NOW OFFERING COVID-19 VACCINES FOR CHILDREN AGES 5 AND UP AT LOCAL SITES
Eustis, Fla. – Starting Monday, November 15th, 2021, the Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) will be offering Pfizer Covid-19 vaccines for children ages 5 and up at the following locations:
November 04, 2021 07:25:00
OFFICES TO CLOSE IN OBSERVANCE OF THE VETERAN’S DAY HOLIDAY
Eustis, FL – All Florida Department of Health in Lake County offices and immunization/testing sites will be closed Thursday, November 11, 2021 to observe the Veteran’s Day Holiday. All offices and immunization/testing sites will reopen Friday, November 12, 2021 with regularly scheduled hours. As in all medical emergencies, residents needing immediate assistance should dial 911.
Eustis, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) hours of operations for the three (3) COVID-19 Immunization/Testing sites starting Monday, October 25th till further notice:
Eustis, FL. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) has issued a Health Alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algal toxins in Sawgrass Lake. This is in response to a water sample taken on October 7, 2021. The public should exercise caution in and around Sawgrass Lake.
September 24, 2021
WORLD RABIES DAY: AWARENESS IS THE BEST DEFENSE AGAINST RABIES
EUSTIS, FL – The world is again joining together on September 28 to raise awareness and understanding about the importance of rabies prevention. Rabies is the deadliest but preventable disease known to mankind, and the Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) and Lake County Sheriff’s Office Animal Enforcement are supporting World Rabies Day as part of the initiative.
Eustis, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) hours of operations for the three (3) COVID-19 Immunization/Testing sites starting Monday, September 13th till further notice.
August 30, 2021 07:45:00
OFFICES TO CLOSE IN OBSERVANCE OF THE LABOR DAY HOLIDAY
Eustis, FL – All Florida Department of Health in Lake County offices will be closed Monday, September 6, 2021 to observe the Labor Day Holiday. All offices will reopen Tuesday, September 7, 2021 with regularly scheduled hours. As in all medical emergencies, residents needing immediate assistance should dial 911.
Eustis, FL. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) has issued a Health Alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algal toxins in Lake Eustis-NW corner. This is in response to a water sample taken on 8/16/2021. The public should exercise caution in and around Lake Eustis-NW corner.
Eustis, FL. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) has issued a Health Caution for the presence of harmful blue-green algal toxins in NW corner of Lake Eustis. This is in response to a water sample taken on 8/16/21. The public should exercise caution in and around Lake Eustis.
Eustis, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) has extended the hours of operations for the three (3) COVID-19 Immunization/Testing sites:
Eustis, Fla. – As a reminder, the Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) has three (3) COVID-19 Immunization/Testing sites.
July 22, 2021
DOH-LAKE CLERMONT WIC OFFICE OPEN HOUSE
Eustis, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County WIC Program will be hosting an open house for the public at their new location 875 Oakley Seaver Drive in Clermont on Thursday, July 29, 2021, from 11:30 A.M. – 1:30 P.M.
July 13, 2021
BACK TO SCHOOL IMMUNIZATION EVENT STARTING AUGUST 7TH
Eustis, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) in collaboration with the Lake County School Board will be conducting the following school immunization event at the following locations for school-age children only:
Eustis, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) COVID-19 Immunization/Testing sites schedule for the week of July 6, 2021 till further notice: (We will be closed Monday, July 5th for the Independence Day Holiday) Sites will be offering 1st & 2nd Pfizer vaccine doses & Covid-19 PCR Testing No appointments Dates and times are subject to change.
Eustis, FL – All Florida Department of Health in Lake County offices will be closed Monday, July 5, 2021 to observe the Independence Day Holiday. All offices will reopen Tuesday, July 6, 2021 with regularly scheduled hours. As in all medical emergencies, residents needing immediate assistance should dial 911.
June 14, 2021
HEALTH OFFICIALS ISSUE BLUE-GREEN ALGAE BLOOM ALERT FOR DEAD RIVER – RESIDENTIAL CANAL S OF US 441
Eustis, FL. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) has issued a Health Alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algal toxins in the Dead River – residential canal S of US 441. This is in response to a water sample taken on June 9, 2021. The public should exercise caution in and around the Dead River – residential canal S of US 441.
June 14, 2021
TOBACCO FREE WORKSITE
Eustis, FL – The Florida Department of Health’s Tobacco Free Florida program in Lake County would like to educate employers on the importance of adopting a Tobacco/Smokefree Grounds Policy including Electronic Vapor Products (EVP) - also known as electronic cigarettes or personal vaping devices.
June 11, 2021
DOH-LAKE SITES SERVICES & HOURS OF OPERATIONS
Eustis, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) COVID-19 Immunization sites schedule for the week of June 14, 2021 till further notice:
May 24, 2021 08:30:00
OFFICES TO CLOSE IN OBSERVANCE OF THE MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY
Eustis, FL – All Florida Department of Health in Lake County offices will be closed Monday, May 31, 2021 to observe the Memorial Day Holiday. All offices will reopen Tuesday, June 1, 2021 with regularly scheduled hours. As in all medical emergencies, residents needing immediate assistance should dial 911.
May 20, 2021 16:30:00
Back to School Immu 2021- Event
Eustis, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) in collaboration with the Lake County School Board will be conducting the following school immunization event at the following location for school-age children only
April 30, 2021 11:20:00
DOH-LAKE COVID19 IMMUNIZATION SITES UPDATE FOR 4 -30-21
Eustis, FL. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) COVID-19 Immunization sites schedule for the week of May 3rd, 2021 till further notice:
April 16, 2021 11:30:00
DOH-LAKE COVID19 IMMUNIZATION SITES UPDATE FOR 4 -16-21
Eustis, FL. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) COVID-19 Immunization sites revised schedule for the week of April 19th, 2021 till further notice.
April 09, 2021
DOH-LAKE COVID19 IMMUNIZATION SITES UPDATE FOR 4 -09-21
Eustis, FL. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) COVID-19 Immunization sites revised schedule for the week of April 12th, 2021 till April 16, 2021.
April 07, 2021 16:45:00
DOH-LAKE COVID-19 IMMUNIZATION SITES UPDATE FOR 04/7/21
Eustis, FL. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) COVID-19 Immunization site at the St. Patrick Catholic Church will be closed permanently at close of business on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 (1:00 p.m.).
April 02, 2021
DOH-LAKE COVID19 IMMUNIZATION SITES UPDATE FOR 4-2-21
Eustis, FL. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) COVID-19 Immunization sites revised schedule for the week of April 5th, 2021 through April 9th, 2021: St. Patrick Catholic Church Site located at 6803 Old Hwy 441, Mt. Dora. Tuesday & Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Open for 1st and 2nd doses on a first come, first served basis. DOH-Lake Community Health Site located at 560 W. DeSoto Street, Clermont. Monday thru Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. scheduled 2nd dose appointments only Schedules are based on vaccine availability. Dates and times are subject to change.
March 26, 2021
DOH-LAKE COVID19 IMMUNIZATION SITES UPDATE FOR 3-26-21
Eustis, FL. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) COVID-19 Immunization sites revised schedule for the week of March 29, 2021 through April 2nd, 2021.
March 23, 2021 12:50:00
DOH-LAKE COVID19 IMMUNIZATION SITES UPDATE FOR 3-23-21
Eustis, FL. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) COVID-19 Immunization site at the Amazon Distribution Center will be closed permanently at close of business on April 2, 2021 (1:00 p.m.): The Florida Department of Health in Lake County would like to thank the City of Groveland and all our partners for providing over 34,000 vaccines at this site alone!
March 19, 2021
DOH-LAKE COVID19 IMMUNIZATION SITES UPDATE FOR 3-19-21
Eustis, FL. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) COVID-19 Immunization sites revised schedule for the week of March 22, 2021 till further notice: St. Patrick Catholic Church Site - 6803 Old Hwy 441, Mt. Dora - Tuesday and Thursday. From 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. –Scheduled appointments for groups and 2nd doses only. From 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. – Open for 1st and 2nd doses on a first come, first served basis. Amazon Distribution Site - 7453 Republic Drive, Groveland – Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. - Open for 1st and 2nd doses on a first come, first served basis. Schedules are based on vaccine availability. Dates and times are subject to change.
March 12, 2021
DOH-LAKE COVID-19 IMMUNIZATION SITES UPDATE FOR 03/12/21
Eustis, FL. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) COVID-19 Immunization sites revised schedule for the week of March 15, 2021 till further notice: St. Patrick Catholic Church Site - 6803 Old Hwy 441, Mt. Dora - Tuesday and Thursday.From 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. –Scheduled appointments for groups and 2nd doses only.From 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. – Open for 1st and 2nd doses on a first come, first served basis.Amazon Distribution Site - 7453 Republic Drive, Groveland – Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. - Open for 1st and 2nd doses on a first come, first served basis.
March 01, 2021 10:30:00
DOH-LAKE EXPANDS COVID-19 IMMUNIZATION EFFORTS
Eustis, FL. – Since February 11, 2021, the Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) has partnered with over 15 local churches of all denominations and organizations to expand Covid-19 immunization to area residents through closed points of dispensing (PODs). So far, we have serviced over 1,000 members.
February 11, 2021 09:30:00
LAKE COUNTY GOVERNMENT OFFICES TO CLOSE MONDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2021 IN OBSERVANCE OF THE PRESIDENTS DAY HOLIDAY
Eustis, FL. – The Environmental Health Office of the Florida Department of Health in Lake County will be closed to the public on Monday, February 15, 2021. However, our Environmental Health office will still be providing field services and will be available via phone at (352) 253-6130. Regularly scheduled hours and services will resume Tuesday, February 16, 2021. For more information, visit our website at https://lake.floridahealth.gov/ or follow us on Twitter at @FLHealthLake.
February 10, 2021
DOH-LAKE COVID-19 IMMUNIZATION SITES UPDATE FOR 02/10/21
Eustis, FL. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) Groveland Amazon site will be closed effective immediately thru Monday, February 15, 2021 due to lack of vaccine availability. We will re-open once our next shipment arrives which is expected to be early next week. Information will be shared with the public as it becomes available.
January 29, 2021
DOH-LAKE COVID-19 IMMUNIZATION SITES UPDATE FOR 01/29/21
Eustis, FL. – Due to overwhelming demand for 2nd doses, 1st doses will no longer be available at the Groveland Amazon site. Sites will continue to operate based on vaccine availability. Inclement weather like lightning, heavy rain, or gusty winds can slow or shut down site operations.
January 26, 2021 17:35:00
DOH-LAKE COVID-19 IMMUNIZATION SITES UPDATE FOR 01/26/21 - NEW 2ND DOSE SITE AMAZON
Eustis, FL. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) will continue COVID-19 vaccinations, Pfizer 2nd dose immunizations on Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at the following location till further notice:
January 26, 2021
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN LAKE COUNTY INTRODUCES NEW APPOINTMENT-BASED IMMUNIZATION SYSTEM AT LAKE SQUARE MALL
Eustis – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake), in partnership with Lake County Emergency Management, the Florida Division of Emergency Management and the Florida Department of Health, will begin offering free COVID-19 immunizations at the Lake Square Mall by appointment only to frontline health care workers and those 65 and older.
January 22, 2021
DOH-LAKE COVID-19 UPDATE FOR 01/22/21 – SECOND DOSE IMMUNIZATIONS
Eustis – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) will begin administering second dose immunizations on January 26, 2021. Persons who received their first dose with DOH-Lake will receive a call with site and appointment information. Second dose recipients must present photo identification and the CDC vaccination card provided to them during their first dose vaccination.
January 14, 2021 12:15:00
DOH-LAKE COVID-19 VACCINE SITES UPDATE FOR 01/14/21
Eustis, FL. – This will be our last day at the Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) Clermont Arts & Creation Center immunization site. We will be announcing a new South Lake drive-thru site in Groveland soon. Date and time of operations for this site will be determined on the arrival of our next vaccine shipment.
January 12, 2021 12:30:00
MLK Holiday 2021
Eustis, FL. – All Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) offices and immunization sites will be closed Monday, January 18, 2021 to observe the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday. All offices and immunizations sites will reopen Tuesday, January 19, 2021 with regularly scheduled hours. Our epidemiological team will continue to work on contract tracing screening and all reportable diseases.
January 11, 2021
COVID19 VACCINE SITE UPDATE FOR 1-11-21 - NEW LOCATION
Eustis, FL. –Starting Monday, January 11, 2021 the Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) will have a new COVID-19 immunization site in the northern side of the county. Our new location will be at the St. Patrick Catholic Church located at 6803 Old Hwy. 441 S. Mount Dora, FL.
January 07, 2021
DOH-LAKE COVID-19 IMMUNIZATION SITE UPDATE 1-07-21
Eustis, FL. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) will continue the COVID-19 vaccinations distribution. Please note gate change: cars will not be able to line up prior to 7 a.m. As a reminder, there will be a limited amount of spaces in our lot per day. Once the lot reaches capacity and backs up on Hwy. 27, we will need to close it down due to traffic safety. As soon as we clear the line, we will re-open again in the afternoon weather permitting.
January 06, 2021 13:45:00
DOH-LAKE COVID-19 IMMUNIZATION SITE EVENING UPDATE 1-06-21
Eustis, FL. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) will continue the COVID-19 vaccinations distribution tomorrow until further notice beginning at 9:00 a.m. Just a reminder, cars will not be able to line up prior to 8 a.m. Note: There will be a limited amount of vaccine distributed per day.
January 06, 2021
DOH-LAKE COVID-19 IMMUNIZATION SITES UPDATE 1-06-21
Eustis, FL. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) has received the second shipment of COVID-19 vaccines and distribution will begin today at 9:00 a.m. Note: There will be a limited amount of vaccine distributed per day per site.
January 04, 2021
DOH-LAKE COVID-19 IMMUNIZATION SITES UPDATE 01-04-21
Eustis, FL. – All Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) Immunizations sites will be closed today Monday January 4, 2021 due to lack of vaccine availability and we’ll also be closed on Tuesday January 5, 2021 due to lack of vaccine and site availability. We will re-open once our next shipment arrives which is expected to be this week. Information will be shared with the public as it becomes available.
January 02, 2021 16:15:00
DOH-LAKE COVID-19 Immunization SITES UPDATE for 1/02/2021
Eustis, FL. – All Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) COVID-19 immunizations sites will be closed tomorrow, Sunday, January 3, 2021 and we may have a 1 p.m. opening on Monday, January 4, 2021 if the vaccines arrive. Otherwise the site will be closed on Monday as well.
December 31, 2020
COVID19 VACCINE SITE UPDATE 12-31-20
Eustis, FL. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) is no longer scheduling COVID-19 immunization appointments but will honor previously scheduled appointments. Currently, the Florida Department of Health is only distributing the first dose. Persons who have received their first dose will be contacted to complete the two-dose series.
December 31, 2020
COVID19 VACCINE SITE UPDATE - NEW LOCATION
Eustis, FL. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) will continue COVID-19 immunizations at the Cooper Memorial Library located at 2525 Oakley Seaver Drive, Clermont. However, please be aware that tomorrow evening we will close, and operations will be moved to the Clermont Arts and Recreation Center located at 3700 S. Hwy 27, Clermont.
December 30, 2020 11:30:00
DOH-LAKE VACCINE SITES UPDATE
Eustis, FL. – Starting Friday, January 1st, 2021 all Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) COVID-19 Vaccine Sites will be open Mondays thru Saturdays on a first-come, first- served basis. Appointments will not be accepted. All previous scheduled appointments will be honored.
December 29, 2020
DOH-LAKE TO OFFER FREE COVID-19 VACCINES FOR PEOPLE AGE 65 AND OLDER – REGISTER NOW!
Eustis, FL. –The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) is offering COVID- 19 vaccine to high-risk frontline health care workers and those 65 and older.
December 22, 2020
HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS & SMALL GATHERING DURING COVID-19
Eustis, Fla. – With COVID-19 cases on the rise, the Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) wants to remind everyone that if we modify our usual holiday plans, we can keep our friends, family and community safe and healthy this holiday season.
December 18, 2020
OFFICES TO CLOSE IN OBSERVANCE OF THE CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR’S HOLIDAY
Eustis, Fla. – All Florida Department of Health in Lake County offices will be closed Thursday, December 24 and Friday, December 25, 2020 to observe the Christmas Holiday. All offices will reopen Monday, December 28, 2020 with regularly scheduled hours.
December 17, 2020
DOH-LAKE COVID-19 TESTING SITES SCHEDULE UPDATE
Eustis, FL. – Effective Friday, December 18, 2020 the schedule for the Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) COVID-19 testing sites.
Eustis, FL – Effective Monday, December 7, the Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) is following the Department of Health’s newly issued COVID-19 quarantine options for close contacts to COVID-19 cases. These options are adapted from the CDC’s updates released last Wednesday. Close contact are those individuals who have been within six feet of an infected individual for a cumulative of 15 minutes or more over a 24-hour period, regardless of mask usage.
December 07, 2020
FLORIDA HEALTH IN LAKE COUNTY URGES SAFETY DURING EXTREME COLD WEATHER
Eustis, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County urges Florida residents to take precautions to stay healthy and safe during extreme cold weather.
November 25, 2020
DOH-LAKE COVID-19 TESTING SITES SCHEDULE UPDATE
Eustis, FL. – Effective Monday, November 30, 2020 the schedule for the Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) COVID-19 testing sites will be: TESTING SCHEDULE FOR THE WEEK OF NOVEMBER 30 – TILL FURTHER NOTICE: DOH-Lake Clermont WIC, 560 W. DeSoto Street, Clermont Open Mondays through Fridays DOH-Lake Leesburg WIC, 1904 Griffin Road, Leesburg Open Tuesdays & Thursdays only
November 19, 2020
Thanksgiving Holiday 2020
Eustis, FL – All Florida Department of Health in Lake County offices and Testing Site will be closed Thursday, November 26, 2020 and Friday, November 27, 2020 to observe the Thanksgiving Holiday. All offices will reopen Monday, November 30, 2020 with regularly scheduled hours. As in all medical emergencies, residents needing immediate assistance should dial 911.
November 13, 2020
Holiday Celebrations During Covid-19
Eustis, Fla. - Traditional holiday celebrations may encourage the spread of Covid-19, but the Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) wants to remind everyone that we can still have meaningful gatherings if we modify our usual plans in order to stay safe.
November 04, 2020 09:01:00
OFFICES TO CLOSE IN OBSERVANCE OF THE VETERAN’S DAY HOLIDAY
Eustis, FL – All Florida Department of Health in Lake County offices & testing site will be closed Wednesday, November 11, 2020 to observe the Veteran’s Day Holiday. All offices and testing site will reopen Thursday, November 12, 2020 with regularly scheduled hours. As in all medical emergencies, residents needing immediate assistance should dial 911.
October 20, 2020
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH: ENCOURAGES HALLOWEEN SAFETY
Eustis, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Lake County is providing information for residents to make the best decisions about their health and safety while enjoying Halloween.
October 01, 2020
Breast Cancer Awareness
Eustis, Fla. – In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, the Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) encourages all women to receive regular screenings to promote early detection and treatment of breast cancer. Aside from non-melanoma skin cancers, breast cancer is the most common cancer in women. Over the last decade, survival rates have increased, however, early detection continues to be critically important.
September 07, 2020
DOH-LAKE COVID-19 TESTING SITES SCHEDULE UPDATE
Eustis, FL. – Effective Tuesday, September 8, 2020 the Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) testing sites will be consolidating to one site.
August 21, 2020
CORRECTION: DOH-LAKE COVID-19 TESTING SITES SCHEDULE UPDATE
Eustis, FL. – Effective Monday, August 24, 2020, the schedule for the Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) COVID-19 testing sites.
Eustis, FL. As in-person learning at schools resumes, everyone in their households should take steps to stay healthy and protect each other from getting sick. Practice everyday preventive actions, limit interactions with other people, and stay informed on COVID-19 updates.
August 09, 2020
DOH-LAKE COVID-19 TESTING SITES SCHEDULE UPDATE
Eustis, FL. – Effective Monday, Aug 10, 2020 the schedule for the Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) COVID-19 testing sites.
August 07, 2020
DOH-LAKE COVID-19 TESTING SITES SCHEDULE UPDATE
Eustis, FL. – Effective Monday, Aug 10, 2020 the schedule for the Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) COVID-19 testing sites.
August 04, 2020
REMINDER BACK TO SCHOOL IMMUNIZATION EVENTS
Eustis, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) in collaboration with the Lake County School Board will be conducting an immunization event from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the following locations.
July 27, 2020
BACK TO SCHOOL IMMUNIZATION EVENT 2020
Eustis, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) in collaboration with the Lake County School Board will be conducting an immunization event from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
July 12, 2020
DOH-LAKE COVID-19 TESTING SITES SCHEDULE UPDATE
Eustis, FL. – Effective Monday, July 13, the schedule for the Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) COVID-19 testing sites.
July 09, 2020
DOH-LAKE COVID-19 TESTING SITES SCHEDULE UPDATE
Eustis, FL. – Effective Thursday, July 9, the schedule for the Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) COVID-19 testing sites.
Eustis, FL – All Florida Department of Health in Lake County offices will be closed Friday, July 3, 2020 to observe the Independence Day Holiday. All offices will reopen Monday, July 6, 2020 with regularly scheduled hours. As in all medical emergencies, residents needing immediate assistance should dial 911.
Eustis, FL — Lake County has 235 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the community. This information is updated daily and can be found on the Florida Department of Health’s COVID-19 webpage. The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake), along with healthcare partners, local government and other community partners are monitoring the COVID-19 situation and protecting the public. To keep the community informed of the status of these efforts, DOH-Lake will be providing recurring updates. “As we transition to phase I of the Safe. Smart. Step-by-Step. Plan to Re-open Florida. We continue to work with our community partners in an effort to keep our public places and business safe and functional during the COVID-19 Epidemic” said Aaron Kissler, DOH-Lake Health Officer.
April 06, 2020
WIC SERVICES UPDATE
April 6, 2020 WIC SERVICES UPDATE Contact: Noelda Lopez, Public Information Specialist Noelda.Lopez@flhealth.gov Office: 352-589-6424, After Hours: 352-728-7662 Eustis, FL – The Florida Department of Health in Lake County WIC program continues to welcome families. In order to limit exposure and help prevent the spread of 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19), some Lake County WIC clients may now receive services over the phone without having to come to one of the WIC office locations. WIC is a federally funded nutrition program for Women, Infants, and Children. WIC provides the following at no cost: healthy foods, nutrition education and counseling, breastfeeding support, and referrals for health care and community services. Please call 352-771-5559 to speak to a WIC representative for more information. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. About the Florida Department of Health The department, nationally accredited by the Public Health Accreditation Board, works to protect, promote and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county and community efforts. Follow us on Twitter at @HealthyFla and on Facebook. For more information about the Florida Department of Health please visit www.FloridaHealth.gov.
April 02, 2020
COVID-19 Update
Eustis, FL – As of 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 2nd, Lake County has 76 cases of COVID-19 across the county.13 of these cases are hospitalized. It is with great sadness that DOH-Lake announces its first two (2) COVID-19 deaths in Lake County. We express our sincere condolences to the families and the Department of Health will continue to work with our community partners to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
March 20, 2020
UPDATE - COVID-19 INFORMATION LINE NOW OPEN MON-SUN
The hours of operations for the Lake County COVID-19 Information Line hours have been extended to Monday through Sunday from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Residents can call (352) 742-4830 with any Corona Virus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) questions or concerns.
March 19, 2020
CANCELED- WIC BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT GROUP
In order to limit exposure and help prevent the spread of Corona Virus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), the Florida Department of Health in Lake County has canceled the previously scheduled WIC Breastfeeding Support Groups till further notice.
Employees at the Florida Department of Health in Lake County are raising colon cancer public awareness by participating and urging others in the community to wear blue on Friday, March 6, 2020 which is the Colon Cancer Alliance “National Dress in Blue Day”
March 01, 2020
ANNOUNCES TWO PRESUMPTIVE POSITIVE COVID-19 CASES IN FLORIDA
The Florida Department of Health (Department) has announced there are two presumptive positive cases of 2019 coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Florida. Both individuals remain in isolation at this time. Despite these cases in Florida, the overall immediate threat to the public remains low.
February 10, 2020
LAKE COUNTY GOVERNMENT OFFICES TO CLOSE MONDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2020 IN OBSERVANCE OF THE PRESIDENTS’ DAY HOLIDAY
Eustis, FL. – The Environmental Health Office of the Florida Department of Health in Lake County will be closed to the public on Monday, February 17, 2020. However, our Environmental Health office will still be providing field services and will be available via phone at (352) 253-6130. Regularly scheduled hours and services will resume Tuesday, February 18, 2020.
February 07, 2020
DOH-LAKE IDENTIFIES CASE OF HEPATITIS A IN FOOD SERVICE WORKER; ENCOURAGES VACCINATION
The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) has identified a positive case of hepatitis A in a food service worker in Clermont.
January 13, 2020
OFFICES TO CLOSE IN OBSERVANCE OF THE MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. HOLIDAY
All Florida Department of Health in Lake County offices will be closed Monday, January 20, 2020 to observe the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday.
January 09, 2020
FLORIDA SURGEON GENERAL URGES VACCINATION AS BEST DEFENSE AGAINST RAPIDLY SPREADING FLU VIRUS
The Florida Department of Health in Lake County (DOH-Lake) is strongly encouraging all unvaccinated residents to get their flu shot as soon as possible. Flu vaccination is the best way to prevent the flu and its potentially serious complications.
January 02, 2020
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN LAKE COUNTY TO HOST COUNTY-WIDE COMMUNITY HEALTH IMPROVEMENT PLANNING CONSENSUS WORKSHOP
The Florida Department of Health in Lake County is inviting the public to participate on the county-wide Community Health Improvement Planning Consensus Workshop at the Lake County Extension Services Building Auditorium, 1951 Woodlea Road, Tavares, FL 32778, on Wednesday, January 22, 2020 from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
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