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The Florida Department of Health works to protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, and community efforts.

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School Health

School Health Mainline

Our mission is to support learning by keeping all Leon County school children healthy, in school, and ready to learn. We do this by teaching healthy behaviors, observing and evaluating potential health problems, and working with parents, doctors, and schools to champion children's health. Through our oversight and supervision of the School Clinics, we foster the child's well-being.

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Our Services

  • Assist and educate children, parents, and school staff to manage chronic diseases such as diabetes, allergies, epilepsy, and asthma while at school.

  • Train school staff on what to do to provide immediate assistance to children in health emergencies.

  • Conduct health screenings (mandated by Florida Statutes) for vision and hearing which may hinder learning, scoliosis, and BMI.

  • Identify and assess student health concerns.

  • Teach health education classes such as growth development, personal hygiene, hand-washing, nutrition, and sun safety.