Florida’s Refugee Health Program protects public health from communicable diseases by reviewing overseas medical examination records and providing health screenings and immunizations. These health assessments help identify and address conditions that could prevent employment and are essential for children entering public schools.
Services
Eligible refugees can receive a comprehensive health assessment as part of their resettlement process, usually within the first 90 days of arriving in the U.S. This assessment is more detailed than the one conducted before entering the country.