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About SCHD

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Sarasota County Health Department

The Sarasota County Health Department (SCHD) provides comprehensive public health services to residents of Sarasota County.  It is a part of the Florida Department of Health and Sarasota County Government

 

SCHD provides a variety of health and human services to help residents get and stay healthy. These include clinics, education and counseling programs, confidential screenings and tests, immunizations (shots), and others.

 

Additional SCHD programs are designed to protect public health through mosquito management, inspections, and other services.

 

SCHD also promotes health in the community through various outreach programs.  The Health Promotion office spreads information and sponsors programs and speakers on public health concerns like tobacco use, HIV/AIDS, and childhood obesity.  Community Health Improvement Partnership (CHIP) brings concerned citizens, businesses, and organizations together to address the health concerns of the community.

 


 

Vision

A healthy and safe community where individuals can thrive and prosper.

 

Mission

To collaborate with community partners to promote and assure high quality, accessible health and human services for Sarasota County residents.

 

Strategic Community Goals

  • Enhance community health

  • Safeguard the environment

  • Preserve and enhance neighborhoods

  • Promote economic opportunity

  • Enhance movement of people and services

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