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Healthy You, Healthy Baby
About one in every 33 babies is born with a birth defect. While all birth defects can’t be prevented, it helps to remember that what’s best for your health is also best for your baby. If your future plans include pregnancy, you can increase your chances of having a healthy baby by committing to a healthier lifestyle.
Healthy Lung Month runs all October as a time to raise awareness around the importance of healthy lungs. This month is an opportune time to familiarize yourself with common air quality concerns and to consult your doctor about any dangers to your lung health. Please read our recent article regarding Healthy Lung Month for more information.
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Statewide Articles
- The Florida Department of Health Highlights Newborn Screening During Congenital Heart Defects Awareness Week
- The Florida Department of Health Recognizes National Black HIV or AIDS Awareness Day
- Florida Department of Health Calls for Audit of Palm Beach County Health Care District Following Damage to More Than 1,000 Doses of Vaccine
- Governor Desantis' Florida Leads Budget Will Continue Effort to Put Seniors First and Protect the Vulnerable and Will Keep Floridians Healthy
Local Articles
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- Florida Department of Health Reminds Floridians to Protect Themselves From the Flu
- DOH Bradford Promotes Early Detection and Treatment to Fight Breast Cancer
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