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World Hepatitis Testing Day this Friday - free testing for 18+

Submitted by Taylor Katz, Web Producer, 10 News In Your Neighborhood
Wednesday, May 16th, 2012, 9:25am
World Hepatitis Testing Day this Friday - free testing for 18+

 

 

Bartow - The Polk County Health Department (PCHD) recognizes May as National Hepatitis Awareness Month to spread the word about the global impact of viral hepatitis, and the importance of preventing hepatitis-related liver disease.

In honor of the month, The Polk County Health Department will provide free hepatitis testing and vaccines for adults18 and older on World Hepatitis Testing Day, May 18, from 8:00 a.m. to noon at the Bartow Immunizations Clinic, 1255 Brice Boulevard, in Bartow.

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Polk County Health Dept. praised for readiness

Submitted by Eric Glasser, Anchor/Reporter
Sunday, March 4th, 2012, 12:06pm
Polk County Health Dept. praised for readiness

Bartow, Fla. -- Residents of Bartow and other parts of Polk County can breathe a bit easier if faced with a major emergency.

The Polk County Health Department has been recognized as "ready" if a public-health emergency strikes.

The National Association of County and City Health Officials recently recognized the department, for the second time, for its ability to respond in a crisis.

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Polk Co. Health Dept. recognizes anti-tobacco work

Submitted by Eric Glasser, Anchor/Reporter
Wednesday, February 15th, 2012, 1:46pm
Polk Co. Health Dept. recognizes anti-tobacco work

Lakeland, FL -- On Feb. 10, the Tobacco Free Partnership of Polk County, along with the Polk County Medical Association and Central Florida Area Health Education Center, recognized Cauney Bamberg for her work to help people kick the habit.

As a past Chair and long-time supporter of the Tobacco Free Partnership, Bamberg has played a key role in developing the Partnership over the years.

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Polk Co. exceeds state goal for immunizations

Submitted by Kristin Weber, Web Producer, 10News In Your Neighborhood
Tuesday, February 14th, 2012, 3:30pm
Polk Co. exceeds state goal for immunizations

Polk County, FL -- The Polk County Health Department announced the release of the Florida Kindergarten and 7th Grade Immunization Status Report for 2011-12.

Each October, all public and private schools nationwide with a kindergarten and/or 7th grade class are required to submit reports on the immunization status of those students.  The information is then compiled and sent to the Bureau of Immunizations.  

 

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Community health event at LEGOLAND

Submitted by Tamara Hill, News Producer
Saturday, January 21st, 2012, 2:10pm
Community health event at LEGOLAND

Winter Haven, Florida -- The Winter Haven Hospital Foundation Citrus Classic, a community-wide health event, will take place at LEGOLAND Florida on April 14.

This marks the first year for the Citrus Classic's new home at LEGOLAND, which opened in October.  Hundreds of participants are expected to take part in one of two events planned for the Classic: a 5K run and a 3-mile walk.

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Polk County Health Dept. to close for holidays

Submitted by Eric Glasser, Anchor/Reporter
Thursday, December 22nd, 2011, 3:12pm
Polk County Health Dept. to close for holidays

Bartow, FL -- The Polk County Health Department will be closed from Dec. 23 - 26 in observance of the Christmas holiday.

All centers will reopen on Tuesday, Dec. 27.

Health Officials say normal holiday closure would have been Dec. 26 only.

However, they say a directive from Governor Rick Scott issued today extended the holiday time off to include the Friday before Christmas also.

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Fifth case of rabies reported in Polk

Submitted by Kristin Weber, Web Producer, 10News In Your Neighborhood
Wednesday, November 30th, 2011, 9:51pm
Fifth case of rabies reported in Polk

Davenport, FL -- On Nov. 22, the residents at 758 Delancey Dr. in Davenport found a bat in their home, according to the sheriff's office.

PCSO Animal Control officers impounded the bat and lab results today confirmed it was positive for rabies.

The five people living in the home have been notified and will seek the appropriate medical treatment.

The Polk County Sheriff's Animal Control Section says this is the fifth positive rabies case this year.

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