Effective April 13, 2026, WIC and Family Planning/Prenatal Services will temporarily relocate from the SouthSide Health Center (Lake Ellenor). All other programs at SouthSide Health Center will remain operational Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m.
For media inquiries:
Kent Donahue • Kent.Donahue@FLHealth.gov • 407-858-1418
DOH-Orange Offices Close in Honor of Memorial Day
May 18, 2026
Orlando, Fla. — All Florida Department of Health offices in Orange County (DOH-Orange) will close Monday, May 25, 2026, in honor of Memorial Day.
Orlando, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Orange County (DOH-Orange) has lifted the health alert issued on January 16, 2026, for harmful blue-green algae toxins in Lake Killarney – Killarney Drive. Follow-up water samples taken by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) did not detect algae toxins, indicating the public may resume water-related activities.
DOH-Orange Observes National Stroke Awareness Month
May 13, 2026
Orlando, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Orange County (DOH-Orange) recognizes National Stroke Awareness Month, an observance that highlights the importance of knowing the risk factors and symptoms of stroke.
Orlando, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Orange County (DOH-Orange) cautions the public of the presence of blue-green algae in Lake Carlton (Near Center) on May 5, 2026.
DOH-Orange Hosts Veterans Wellness Fair
May 8, 2026
Orlando, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Orange County (DOH-Orange) invites U.S. military veterans to a free Veterans Wellness Fair on Saturday, May 30, 2026.
DOH-Orange Hosts Baby Shower for New Dads
April 30, 2026
Orlando, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Orange County (DOH-Orange) invites new dads to attend a free in-person baby shower that will offer helpful information and resources for their fatherhood journeys.
Orlando, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Orange County (DOH-Orange) has issued a health alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algae toxins in NW Recreation Complex Pond (E Shore). The alert is in response to water samples taken on April 22, 2026.
Orlando, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Orange County (DOH-Orange) has lifted the health alert issued on March 16, 2026, for harmful blue-green algae toxins in Lake Gatlin — SW Cove. Follow-up water samples taken by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) did not detect algae toxins, indicating the public may resume water-related activities.
Orlando, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Orange County (DOH-Orange) cautions the public of the presence of blue-green algae in Lake Como (NW. Shore) on April 6, 2026. Water sample testing is underway. Blue-green algae have the potential to produce toxins. Since environmental conditions can change at any time, it is important to exercise caution, even if presence of toxins has not yet been confirmed.