If you have any questions, please contact Environmental Health Supervisor, Michael Godwin, at (904) 557-9150.
-Sabrina Robertson
County Manager's Office
Welcome to beautiful Nassau County, located in the northeast corner of Florida along the Atlantic Ocean and Interstate 95. We are proud to serve as the Eastern Gateway to the Sunshine State. From our historic island, sandy beaches, and championship golf courses to our scenic rivers, green pastures, and majestic timberlands, we truly offer something for everyone.
12/5/17 @ 1:45 p.m. - Attached is a Press Release from the Florida Department of Health in Nassau County regarding a fox that tested positive for rabies on December 4, 2017 in the Kings Ferry area. The Press Release includes boundaries for the rabies alert, as well as precautions on protecting yourself and your pets.
If you have any questions, please contact Environmental Health Supervisor, Michael Godwin, at (904) 557-9150. -Sabrina Robertson County Manager's Office
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10/18/17 @ 8:50 a.m. - Attached is a Press Release issued by the Nassau County Health Department regarding an upcoming presentation by Laura DiBella, Nassau County Economic Development Board Director. The event will take place on Wednesday November 1st from 3:00-5:00 p.m. in the Nassau Room located in the Red Bean Center at FSCJ - Nassau. Ms. DiBella will provide a snapshot of the local economy from past, present to future and how it relates to healthcare. There will also be an update on the most recent Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) accomplishments including their identified strategic areas: Access to Care; Behavioral Health and Substance Abuse; and Transportation.
If you have any questions, please contact Mary von Mohr at (904) 557-9133 or via e-mail at [email protected]. -Sabrina Robertson County Manager's Office 9/29/17 @ 2:30 p.m. - Nassau County Emergency Management and the Nassau County Health Department submitted a request last week to the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services for mosquito spraying in unincorporated areas of Nassau County due to flooding from Hurricane Irma. We were notified this morning that aerial spraying will take place very early tomorrow morning in Zones 1-4, as outlined in burgundy in the attached map.
Also attached is a sheet containing commonly asked questions and answers related to mosquito spraying -Sabrina Robertson County Manager's Office 9/14/17 @ 12:45 p.m. - Due to flooding and damage caused by Hurricane Irma, the Florida Department of Health is advising individuals under a boil water notice - mainly those with flooded water wells, to take precautions against contaminated water. If your well has been covered with flood water, your water may contain disease-causing organisms making it unsafe to drink. The Department recommends one of the following:
• Boil water before use, holding it at rolling boil for at least one minute before using it for drinking, cooking, making ice, brushing teeth, or washing dishes. • Disinfect water by adding 8 drops (about 1/8 tsp – this would form a puddle about the size of a dime) of plain unscented household bleach (4 to 6% strength) per gallon of water, and then let it stand for 30 minutes. If the water is cloudy after 30 minutes, repeat the procedure once. If high strength bleach is used (8.25% strength), add 7 drops • Use a container that has a cap or cover for disinfecting and storing water to be used for drinking. This will prevent contamination; or • Use bottled water, especially for mixing baby formula. After the flooding subsides: • Disinfect your well using the procedures available from your county health department or provided on the Florida Department of Health Private Well Testing web page, http://www.floridahealth.gov/environmental-health/private-well-testing/index.html. • Have your water tested by your county health department or by a laboratory certified by The State of Florida to perform a drinking water analysis for coliform bacteria. For further information, please contact your local county health department or visit www.floridahealth.gov or www.FloridaDisaster.org. ### -Sabrina Robertson County Manager's Office 8/16/17 @ 9:15 a.m. - Please see the below Press Release issued today by the Florida Department of Health. It includes tips on protecting your eyes during the solar eclipse, as well as a list of vendors selling approved eclipse glasses.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 16, 2017 Contact: Communications Office (850) 245-4111 Tallahassee, Florida - On Monday, August 21, Florida will experience a partial solar eclipse, and the Florida Department of Health reminds all Floridians to enjoy this rare event safely by following simple precautions and using proper protection. Severe retinal damage can occur from looking directly at the sun. "The solar eclipse is a once-in-a-lifetime event that I'm sure many of us will want to experience,” said State Surgeon General and Secretary Dr. Celeste Philip. "I look forward to viewing the eclipse safely using approved solar eclipse glasses, and I encourage all of Florida's residents and visitors to practice caution while driving or walking outdoors during the period of darkness.” Because Florida will not experience a total solar eclipse, it will not be safe the view the eclipse without the use of special solar filters like eclipse glasses. Sunglasses are not eclipse glasses. Not all glasses that market themselves as "eclipse glasses” are safe. Approved glasses have filters that meet the ISO 12312-2 international standard for safety. A list of vendors for approved eclipse glasses can be viewed on the American Astronomical Society (AAS) website. During the eclipse, be sure to take breaks and avoid staring at the sun for long periods of time, even with eclipse glasses. Take simple precautions to protect your vision before, during and after the solar eclipse:
You can read more about solar eclipse safety on the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Eclipse 101 website. If you experience eye damage during the solar eclipse, please contact your health care 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 -Sabrina Robertson County Manager's Office 8/1/17 @ 11:15 a.m. - The Florida Department of Health has issued the attached Press Release reminding residents to avoid contact with stray animals to protect themselves from the risk of rabies exposure. The Press Release also includes tips on protecting your pets, as well as information on how rabies is transmitted.
To report unusual acting animals, please call Nassau County Animal Services at (904) 530-6150 (Note: Animals located within the City of Fernandina Beach should be reported to Nassau Humane Society at (904) 491-0122). Anyone who is scratched or bitten by a stray or wild animal should report the incident to their doctor immediately, as well as their local animal control agency and the Department of Health at (904) 875-6100. -Sabrina Robertson County Manager's Office 5/10/17 @ 4:00 p.m. - The Nassau County Health Department has issued the attached Press Release reminding everyone about the health effects of wildfire smoke including scratchy throat, coughing, headaches and irritated nose, as well as worsening of chronic lung and heart conditions. Please review the Press Release for information on ways to protect yourself and family.
If you have any questions, please contact Kim Geib with the Nassau County Health Department at (904) 875-6100 or via e-mail at [email protected]. -Sabrina Robertson County Manager's Office 4/4/17 @ 10:35 a.m. - As part of National Public Health Week, April 3-7, 2017, the Florida Department of Health in Nassau is celebrating completion of a third dental operatory located inside the Hilliard Clinic at 37203 Pecan Street. This operatory will be composed of a dentist, dental hygienist, and support clerk and will provide services to Nassau County citizens on Mondays and Wednesdays.
The public is invited to the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony which will take place on Friday, April 7th at 3:00 p.m. There will also be an Open House from 2:00 -4:00 p.m. (immediately prior to and after the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony) which will showcase other public health programs including the School Health Program and the Women's, Infants & Children's (WIC) Program. Please see the attached Press Release from the Florida Department of Health for more information about the new dental operatory, as well as comments from Nassau County Health Department Director, Dr. Eugenia Ngo-Seidel, regarding the importance of this new facility and the impact it will have on the citizens of Nassau County. -Sabrina Robertson County Manager's Office 3/24/17 @ 1:55 p.m. - The Florida Department of Health issued a Press Release in recognition of World TB Day which commemorates the discovery of the bacteria that causes tuberculosis. Tuberculosis is one of the world's deadliest diseases and can attack the lungs, kidney, spine and brain.
The Florida Department of Health is making strides to eliminate TB in the State by spreading awareness, implementing improved testing and treatments, and making it easier for clients to successfully complete therapy. Please read the attached Press Release for more information related to symptoms of TB and to explore important resources such as statistics, current trends, and publications. If you have any questions, please contact Emily Cason with the Nassau County Health Department at (904) 530-6805 or via e-mail at [email protected]. -Sabrina Robertson County Manager's Office Nassau County has been selected as a 2017 Healthy Weight Community Champion by the Florida Department of Health. This award was developed by the Florida Department of Health to highlight communities for their efforts in implementing programs and policies that encourage active lifestyles and healthy eating habits.
The award was presented by Nassau County Health Department Director, Dr. Eugenia Ngo-Seidel at the Board of County Commissioner's meeting held on Wednesday, February 15th. Dr. Seidel commended the Board for their "commitment to making healthy living available and accessible to all residents" and reminded them that government plays an important role in decreasing the prevalence of unhealthy weight in their jurisdiction. Nassau County has adopted numerous programs to encourage healthy eating and physical activity in the community. Examples include the "Eat Smart, Be Active Class" series in which participants learn to plan healthy snacks and meals, control portions, and to become more physically active, as well as free classes related to small farm topics such as growing fruits and vegetables. In addition, the County provides several parks and recreation facilities with ballparks and walking trails to give residents options for becoming more physically active. For more information on this award and for information related to obesity rates in Florida, please review the attached Press Release. Locally, the Nassau County Health Improvement Coalition has worked for several years to bring community partners together to prevent chronic disease. Interested community members are invited to attend their next meeting on Monday, March 27th at 1:00 p.m. at the Yulee Full Service School located on Felmor Road in Yulee. If you have any questions, please contact Emily Cason at (904) 530-6805 or via e-mail at [email protected]. -Sabrina Robertson County Manager's office |
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