Health

health - [helth'] - O.E."wholeness, a being whole, sound or well," from PIE *kailo- "whole, uninjured, of good omen" (cf. O.E. hal "hale, whole;" O.N. heill "healthy;" O.E. halig, O.N. helge "holy, sacred;"). Healthy is first attested 1552. - noun -1. the general condition of the body or mind with reference to soundness and vigor: good health; poor health. 2. soundness of body or mind; freedom from disease or ailment: to have one's health; to lose one's health. 3. a polite or complimentary wish for a person's health, happiness, etc. 4. vigor; vitality: economic health.

Head Lice Information

Information and frequently asked questions from the Harvard School of Public Health.

You may also pick up a brochure from our health room titled "Lessons on Lice" from the Florida Department of Health or contact the Public Health Nurse at 941-927-9000 ext. 32101 if you have additional questions.

Chickenpox Information

General information from the Sarasota County Health Department.