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IMMUNIZATIONS Hours of Operation
CHILDREN
Immunizations are provided free for children, ages birth to 18 years, through the Vaccines for Children Program (VFC). Before a child may enter daycare or attend a school, proof of vaccines must be provided.
Immunizations can protect your child, your family, your friends & their
families, and the community.
What if you don't immunize your child?
Available vaccines for CHILDREN
at the Okaloosa County Health Department:
"When your
tot needs a shot, we remind you with a text."
This service is provided without
charge by Pfizer and endorsed nationwide by the Every Child by Two
program.
Messaging and data rates may apply. Parents should
check with cell phone carrier about costs.
Note: The Florida Department of Health / Bureau of Immunization makes every attempt to provide information on a
variety of subjects and issues, without endorsement, for those interested in
immunizations.
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ADULTS
For information on obtaining the adult influenza vaccine,
visit the Bureau of Immunization's
Seasonal Flu page.
The Tdap vaccine
is available for ADULTS for $32.13*. (Watch
a video on Tdap.)
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Watch this video to find out why anyone around infants should get the adult pertussis vaccine (Tdap) right away:
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For more information regarding immunization schedules, vaccinations for travelers and other vaccine and immunization information, visit the CDC's website.
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BREAST & CERVICAL CANCER SCREENS Hours of Operation
Breast & cervical cancer screening exams, including mammograms and pap smears, are provided to uninsured and underinsured women ages 50 to 64 who meet income guidelines and are residents of Okaloosa County. Diagnostic tests are provided as necessary. |
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FAMILY PLANNING Hours of Operation
Family planning clinic provides education, counseling, medical services, referrals, and follow-up visits that will help people plan their family size. We offer a variety of current methods of birth control. All current methods of birth control are available to any person of childbearing age, including teens. There is no charge for the chosen method of birth control, only the office visit. Birth control methods include natural family planning, male and female condoms, diaphragm, vaginal rings and film, birth control pills, intra-uterine devices (IUD) and Depo Provera injection. Emergency contraception is also available. Coordination of tubal ligations and vasectomies are also provided. Confidential pregnancy testing is available at both clinic locations. |
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What is the Every Woman Florida Initiative?
Every Woman Florida is a collaborative project between the March of Dimes and the Florida Department of Health aimed at raising awareness on the importance and benefits of being healthy prior to pregnancy.
The Every Woman Florida website serves as an information portal for healthcare providers on preconception health. The site contains health tips, assessment tools and printable patient education handouts. Visit www.everywomanflorida.com for more information. |
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RYAN WHITE (HIV) CLINIC Hours of Operation
(850) 833-9240 ext 2153
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Upcoming
Community Events
02-07-12
National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
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Free Meal - Free HIV Testing @ People's Missionary Baptist Church
03-03-12 Black Church Week of Prayer
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Healing of AIDS Banquet @ Carver Hill School Center
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- The Ryan White (or Part C) Program provides medical care to those living with HIV in our area.
- Services are always confidential.
- Potential clients must have a positive HIV test to qualify.
- Ryan White Brochure (PDF)
The Ryan White Team
Michele S. Hooper
850-833-9073
Specialty Services Branch Director
Ryan White Program Coordinator
Sunday Jackson
850-833-9074
Government Operations Consultant
AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP)
Hattie Brannon, RN 850-833-9055
Nursing Program Specialist
Emma Davis, RN 850-833-9056
Nursing Program Specialist
Dr. Jamie Glover, MD
AAHIVM HIV Specialist*
Dr. Venita Morell, MD
AAHIVM HIV Specialist*
*This
credential is from the American Academy of HIV Medicine where all AAHIVM HIV specialists are experienced HIV care providers who pass a rigorous exam on aspects of HIV medicine and participate in ongoing HIV education.
Who's Eligible for the Ryan White Program?
Any person residing in Okaloosa or Walton County who is HIV positive may apply for services. It's not necessary to have a physician referral.
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So, You've Tested Positive...
A positive HIV test is scary, but it's also an important medical message that can prolong your life. With proper medical care, most people are happy, healthy, and feeling well 20+ years after becoming HIV positive.
We Do More Than
Just Treat Patients.
Our clinic provides appointments with the doctor, mental health & substance abuse counselors, nutritional assessment, & dental care.
Support services such as: housing & insurance assistance, case management, and access to food banks are provided through OASIS (Okaloosa AIDS Support & Information Services).
The Ryan White Clinic
Held three Wednesdays per month in Ft Walton Beach, & one Wednesday per month in Crestview
Additionally, one Thursday per quarter, clinic is held at the South Walton County Health Department
**If you have an urgent problem, some appointments are available on additional weekdays. Please call the appointment line, (850) 833-9055, for more information.**
For An
Appointment:
Please
call (850) 833-9056 or (850) 833-9055.
**Visits are by appointment only.** |
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Useful Resources: |
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Awareness Days for HIV/AIDS |
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Lutheran Services of FL |
(850) 453-2772 |
NoFLAC
NW FL Aids/HIV Consortium |
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OASIS
4 Jackson St NE
Ft Walton Beach, FL |
(850) 314-0950 |
The GREATER THAN AIDS Movement
How are you greater than?
www.AIDS.gov
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For Healthcare Providers
To refer a patient with HIV to our clinic, call (850) 833-9055. Additionally, you can visit our Healthcare Providers page for more information. |
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DENTAL CLINIC Hours of Operation
(850) 689-5593 to schedule an appointment
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View
our Dental Clinic page
View our Dental Clinic brochure
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A full dental clinic is provided at our Crestview location.
The Dental Clinic at the Okaloosa County Health Department is designed to
provide services to children who are
4-18 years old,
and either are on
Medicaid, or
do not have any dental insurance coverage*.
*For a limited time
only!
Our Dental Team
Joseph D. Camacho, DDS
Dental Director
Lynn B. Copeland, DMD
Dentist
Laura Blocker, CDA
Dental Assistant
Lori Edwards, CDA
Dental Assistant
Noelle Shatzer, CDA
Dental Assistant
Sandy Morrisey
Senior Dental Clerk
Amanda Stevens, BS
Government Operations Consultant
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SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASE
(STD) TESTING & TREATMENT
Evaluation for possible sexually transmitted diseases such as gonorrhea, Chlamydia, syphilis, trichomonas, herpes, venereal warts, and HIV is available in both clinic locations by appointment. Blood testing for herpes is generally not available. Venereal wart treatment may be available if scheduled after an assessment visit. One initial comprehensive fee covers the cost of initial evaluation and lab tests. Reduced fees are available for those below federal poverty guidelines with income verification.
Please call for same day appointment scheduling.
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SICK CHILD CARE
Care for children with no other source of medical care is provided in the Ft Walton Beach Clinic location. Whenever possible, clinic staff assists children and their caregivers with enrollment in Florida Medicaid, KidCare, or with linkage to other opportunities for medical care with medical providers in the community. Comprehensive ongoing pediatric primary care is available for children who qualify to enroll in the Opportunity Health Program.
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SCHOOL & SPORTS PHYSICALS
Limited dates for school and sports physicals are schedule each year at convenient times coinciding with the beginning of the school year. Physicals are provided for an affordable cash fee (no insurance billing and no reduced rates) during these events. Watch the website and local media for times physicals are offered during the summer and fall. At other times, school and sport physicals are provided only to children enrolled in the Opportunity Health Program. Persons needing school and sport physicals are referred to the many readily accessible
providers in our community offering these services. Persons needing verification of a child’s immunization or shot record (often called the
"blue card") may come by the Immunizations Clinic for assistance.
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PREGNANCY TESTING
Appointments to assess for possible pregnancy are available for women who are at least 2 weeks past their expected date of menses. If pregnancy is confirmed, presumptive eligibility for pregnancy Medicaid processing is accomplished during the appointment, you will be counseled about healthy choices for you and your baby, and you will be referred to a local obstetric provider for your pregnancy care.
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OPPORTUNITY HEALTH
Adults and children may enroll in the Opportunity Health Program in the Fort Walton Beach Clinic to receive comprehensive primary care if they are residents of Okaloosa County and meet income and eligibility guidelines. Family physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and nurses work together in a team to address illness and well care for enrolled patients. Support for labs and medications are provided. Fees are affordable and may be reduced based on patient income.
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PRIMARY CARE
NEW Patients with minor injuries and
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*NEW* ONE PROBLEM CLINIC Hours of Operation
Call 850.833.9246
The One Problem Clinic at the Okaloosa County Health Department (Ft Walton Beach location) welcomes appointments, walk-ins, and ER-referrals to patients with minor injuries & illnesses who need to see a doctor, but don't really need an emergency room. All visits are $85 or less*!
*Patients providing qualifying income info may be eligible for reduced rates.
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