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.
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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.
Orlando, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Orange County (DOH-Orange) will temporarily relocate Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) and Family Planning and Prenatal services from the Southside Health Center effective April 13, 2026, until further notice, for facility upgrades.
Orlando, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Orange County (DOH-Orange) cautions the public of the presence of blue-green algae in Lake Apopka (Newton Park dock) on March 16, 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.
