FL Health Emerald

Healthy Conversations in Bay and Okaloosa counties. Also follow @HealthyFla and @HealthyEscambia

[FL Health Collier @HealthyCollier]

The #holidayseason is here! Stay healthy by following these tips:
😴Aim for 7-8 hours of sleep a night
🏋️Get at least 150 minutes/week of physical activity
🍎Eat 5 servings of fruits & veggies a day

[FL Health Collier @HealthyCollier]

Trick-Or-Treating #SafetyTips:
🍬Travel in groups when trick-or-treating
🍭Map out a safe route for trick-or treating
🍬Do not eat treats until you are home
🍭Carry a flashlight or use glow sticks
🍬Check all treats before you or your children eat them

#Halloween2025

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Have questions about breastfeeding? The WIC program provides breastfeeding support such as breastfeeding classes, lactation consultants, breast pump loan program and more! https://t.co/4oyEgAIBWM

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Smoking during pregnancy increases the risk of health problems for developing babies, including preterm birth, low birth weight, and birth defects of the mouth and lip. Smoking during and after pregnancy also increases the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). #Quitforbaby

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Take steps to help control mosquitoes. Once a week, empty and scrub, turn over, cover, or throw out items that hold water, such as tires, buckets, planters, toys, pools, birdbaths, flowerpots, or trash containers.

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Babies sleep safest on their backs! Always place babies on their backs to sleep on a firm, flat surface.

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Sunlight reflecting off sand or water further increases exposure to UV radiation and increases your risk of developing eye problems. Choose sunglasses with a UV400 rating or “100% UV protection” on the label. These sunglasses block more than 99% of UVA and UVB radiation

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Don't delay, schedule your child's back-to-school immunizations now! See what vaccines your child may need at https://t.co/4w49QTBUmP

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If your partner chooses to breastfeed, you can still be involved and provide support along the way! You can help support baby by soothing, bathing, dressing, and burping. You can also keep your partner company during feedings. https://t.co/9nYDSjMeit

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Florida Department of Health offices will be closed Thursday, July 3 and Friday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. Offices will reopen Monday, July 7.

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Always watch children when they’re in or near water, and never leave them unattended. Even if a lifeguard is present, parents and caregivers should still take the responsibility of being a designated Water Watcher.

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Protect yourself from mosquitoes! Use insect repellent. Read label directions carefully for the approved usage before you apply a repellent. Apply insect repellent to exposed skin or clothing, but not under clothing.

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If you take medications, ask your health care provider about sun-care precautions. Some medications may increase sun sensitivity.

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Okaloosa: Need DH680 form for your child's school or daycare? Fill out the form and drop off at health department of fax to 850-833-9246. Certified DH680 forms are $15. https://t.co/vmB24tietS

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Remember the ABCs of Safe Sleep for your baby! Babies should sleep Alone, on their Back, and in a Crib with no toys, pillows, blankets and bumpers.

[Florida Department of Health @HealthyFla]

Drowning is preventable. Keep your kids safe around water by combining adult supervision and barriers.

Children 1-4 years-old are at the greatest risk for drowning. Every day they learn new skills, such as opening sliding doors, and wandering to the pool or spa areas. Protect your child(ren) by adding safety barriers to your home.

[Readygov @Readygov]

On June 1, Atlantic hurricane season begins. Now's the time to build a home emergency kit and include:

🫗Enough food and water to last everyone at least three days
🔦A flashlight with extra batteries
🩹A first aid kit

[FL Health Emerald @FLHealthEmerald]

Supervision is one of the most important steps you can take to keep children safer in and around water. Designate a Water Watcher—this is an adult whose only job is to watch children while they’re in the pool .

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Tires stored unprotected outdoors can collect water and provide a perfect place for mosquitoes to breed. Okaloosa County residents can take up to 5 auto tires each month free of charge to the Baker Landfill or South Okaloosa Transfer Station https://t.co/ujXXXN1Y17

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Don't wait until the last minute for your child's needed immunizations for school. Schedule an appointment early and beat the rush! Find out what immunizations your child may need by visiting https://t.co/sDTikPaV0p