This page contains links and information on the following categories: NATIONAL REFERENCE AND RESOURCES
LOCAL HEALTH CARE CLINICS STATE HEALTH DEPTS BREAST CANCER / PREVENTATIVE MAMMOGRAMS COLO/RECTAL DIABETES AND HYPERTENSION DIET AND NUTRITION DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ELDER CARE
GLBT MEDICAL REFERAL GRIEF COUNSELING INSURANCE ASSISTANCE MENTAL HEALTH OB/GYN SMOKING CESSATION/LUNG LOCAL FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
NATIONAL REFERENCE AND RESOURCES
Healthfinder.gov a to z encyclopedia of over 1600 health topics
Healthy People.gov informational links
LOCAL HEALTH CARE CLINICS
Florida Department of Health Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program is available in 16 counties. Call your local county health department or call the American Cancer Society National Hotline at 1-800-227-2345 or call one of the Florida Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program numbers nearest to you.
Brevard (Indian River, St. Lucie, Okeechobee) (321) 984-4702
Broward (Martin, Palm Beach) (954) 762-3649
Duval (Nassau, Baker, Clay, St. Johns) (904) 253-1610
Escambia (Santa Rosa, Okaloosa) (850) 595-6654 or 6500
Gadsden (850) 875-7200 ext. 316
Hillsborough (Polk, Hardee, Highlands) (813) 307-8015 ext. 3502
Jackson (Holmes, Washington, Bay, Walton, Calhoun, Gulf, Liberty, Franklin) (850) 562-2412 ext.179
Leon (Wakulla, Jefferson, Madison, Taylor) (850) 606-8110
Manatee (Sarasota, Desoto, Lee, Glades, Hendry, Collier, Charlotte) 1-(866)-430-1586
Miami-Dade (Monroe) (305) 470-5634
Osceola (Orange) (407) 343-2068
Pasco (Citrus, Hernando, Sumter) (727) 816-1100
Pinellas (727) 824-6917
Putnam (Hamilton, Suwannee, Lafayette, Dixie, Gilchrist, Levy, Columbia, Union, Bradford, Alachua) (386) 326-3200
Seminole (Orange, Lake) (407) 665-3185
Volusia (Flagler, Marion, St. Johns, Clay, Baker, Lake) 1-(800)-226-6110
AARP Walgreens Wellness Tour is conducting free health screenings across the country. Click here to find a bus location near you.
St Petersburg Free Clinic
863 third Ave N
727-327-0333
St. Petersburg Health Center 205 Dr MLK Jr. St N. St Petersburg Fl 33701
Wednesdays 8:30 – 12:30 Saturdays 8:00 – 3:00 call 727-820-4242 for an appointment, limited walk-ins available
Clearwater Free Clinic 707 N Fort Harrison Ave Clearwater fl 727-447-3041
Tampa Judeo Christian Health Clinic 4118 N Mac Dill Ave Tampa, Fl 813-870-0395
Good Samaritan Health Clinic of Pasco 5334 Aspen St. New Port Richey, Fl 727-848-7789
Pinellas Park Health Center 6350 76th Ave N Pinellas Park fl 33781
Thursdays 2:30 – 6:00 calll 727-824-6900 for an appointment , Limited walk -ins available
The Judeo Christian Clinic in Tampa judeochristianhealthclinic.org 4118 N MacDill Ave Tampa, Fl 33607 813-870-0395
Red Crescent in New Tampa 813-246-5009 Bridge Clinic at USF 813-526-9684 Clearwater Free Clinic 727-447-3041 St. Pete Free Clinic 727-821-1200Hillsborough County, the Florida Breast and Cervical Early Detection Program assists uninsured women and those who have only catastrophic health care coverage. You must meet age and income requirements. Call (813) 307-8082
Hillsborough County Health Care Plan
Florida Residents Just Dial 211 for telephone crisis intervention services and information/ referrals to local health and human services Information on Food Shelter , Clothing, Physical and mental health services Support for seniors and persons with disabilities.Support for children, youth and families.Animal Adoption Benefit Screening Bus Fare Child Care Providers Christmas Baskets Dental Clinic Detoxification Emergency Shelter Food Pantry Health Care Holiday Gift/Toys (Results are Seasonal) ID Cards Job Search Lawyer Referral Legal Aid (General) Low-Income Housing Prescription Expense Assistance Prescription Drug Assistance Rent Assistance and more…
Free, Confidental and available day or night 7 days a week. Just dial 211 !
Pinellas H1N1 Flu Vaccine Clinics
Pinellas Hepatitis Program services include education, screening, vaccinations, counseling and referral for care.
Pinellas County HIV/AIDS program
Immunizations /shots/foreign travel Pinellas county
Pinellas County Prescription help
Pinellas Mobile Medical Unit call (727) 582-7577 or (727) 582-7807 if you would like to make an appointment or for more information
Tobacco prevention assistance Pinellas County
STATE HEALTH DEPTS
Links to every health department in the State of Florida. Select your county from the drop down menu in the center of the page
Medicaid Benefits Online Database for Florida
BREAST CANCER / PREVENTATIVE MAMMOGRAMS
Palms of Pasadena is offering $65 digital mammograms for Valentines day! Call 727-341-7890 for info and appointments
The American Cancer Society 1-800-227-2345
The Pinellas County Health Department’s Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program provides free breast and cervical cancer screening exams including mammograms, pap smears, pelvic exams, and clinical breast exams to women who are 50 to 64 years of age (low income, uninsured or under-insured). Please call (727) 824-6917 to schedule an appointment.
Florida Department of Health Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program is available in 16 counties. Call your local county health department or call the American Cancer Society National Hotline at 1-800-227-2345 or call one of the Florida Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program numbers nearest to you.
Brevard (Indian River, St. Lucie, Okeechobee) (321) 984-4702
Broward (Martin, Palm Beach) (954) 762-3649
Duval (Nassau, Baker, Clay, St. Johns) (904) 253-1610
Escambia (Santa Rosa, Okaloosa) (850) 595-6654 or 6500
Gadsden (850) 875-7200 ext. 316
Hillsborough (Polk, Hardee, Highlands) (813) 307-8015 ext. 3502
Jackson (Holmes, Washington, Bay, Walton, Calhoun, Gulf, Liberty, Franklin) (850) 562-2412 ext.179
Leon (Wakulla, Jefferson, Madison, Taylor) (850) 606-8110
Manatee (Sarasota, Desoto, Lee, Glades, Hendry, Collier, Charlotte) 1-(866)-430-1586
Miami-Dade (Monroe) (305) 470-5634
Osceola (Orange) (407) 343-2068
Pasco (Citrus, Hernando, Sumter) (727) 816-1100
Pinellas (727) 824-6917
Putnam (Hamilton, Suwannee, Lafayette, Dixie, Gilchrist, Levy, Columbia, Union, Bradford, Alachua) (386) 326-3200
Seminole (Orange, Lake) (407) 665-3185
Volusia (Flagler, Marion, St. Johns, Clay, Baker, Lake) 1-(800)-226-6110
Pinellas County Health Department Women’s Health
Hillsborough County Health Department
Moffitt-Lifetime Screening: Patient must be 40 to 50 years old with income under 200% of the federal poverty line.
National Breast and Cervical Early Detection Program: Patient must be 50-65 years old with income under 200% of the federal poverty line.
Florida Hospital Tampa ( formerly UCH ) Breast Center must be asymptomatic for free screenings from their foundation 813-615-7995
Brandon Outreach Clinic: -The Brandon Outreach Clinic also has a volunteer radiologist that provides a limited number of mammograms all free of charge 517 N Parsons Ave Brandon, Fl 33510 813-654-1388
Lakeland Volunteers in Medicine ( LVIM ) 1021 Lakeland Hills Boulevard in Lakeland Fl. 863-688-5846
The We Care Network Free mammograms in Polk County 863-398-0479 or email Sandy Swanson at wecarepolk@aol.com
Think Pink We Care Program of Polk County 863-646-3436
Breast Cancer and Cervical Prevention Program 813-307-8015 ext 3502
The Florida Suncoast Affiliate of Susan G Komen provides funding for mammography screening programs in (Pinellas, Hillsborough, Pasco, Polk, Manatee and Sarasota Counties listed below) and will help those with a Komen-approved screening obtain treatment. 1-877-506-6927
Mammography Voucher Program ( Pinellas ) 727-820-4117 Mammography Voucher Program ( Manatee ) 941-748-0747 Moffitt Cancer Center ( Hillsborough ) 813-745-6769 St. Joseph’s Women’s Hospital ( Hillsborough) 813-356-7117 Sarasota Memorial Hospital ( Sarasota ) 941-917-2636 We Care of Polk ( Polk ) 863-646-3436 Health Woman Today ( Pasco ) 727-861-5661 ext 1016Dollars for Mammograms Free or low cost mammograms
Breast Self Exam Demonstration via Komen.org
Information and online support for women with breast cancer. Breast Cancer . org
Breast Cancer Do It Yourself examinations
Heading the Love/Avon Army of Women a global leader in breast cancer research
The Sister Study A study of the environmental and genetic risk factors for breast cancer.
Breast Cancer Network of Strength Provides 24-hour breast cancer hotline and educational programs Y Me .org Phone: 1-800-221-2141
The National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection and Prevention Program
NBCCEP programs can provide free or low-cost mammography and Pap testing for underserved women. or call (888)842-6355 (select option 7)
Other clinics that may offer assistance:
The Judeo Christian Clinic in Tampa judeochristianhealthclinic.org 4118 N MacDill Ave Tampa, Fl 33607 813-870-0395
Your doctor recommended you get a sonogram with your mammogram why?
COLO/RECTAL
Colon Cancer Alliance
They are dedicated to patient support, advocacy and education. They provide a toll-free helpline. Phone: (877)422-2030
DIABETES AND HYPERTENSION
Publix Pharmacy offers free lisinopril! Publix pharmacy offers free 30-day supplies ( up to 30 tabliets) of generic lisinopril to patients who are prescribed that medication. And up to a 14 day supply of the following: Amoxicillin, Ampicillin, Cephalexin (capsules and suspension only), Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim (SMZ-TMP, Ciprofloxacin (excluding Ciprofloxacin XR), Penicillin VK, Doxycycline Hyclate (capsules only)
American Diabetes Association Phone: (800) 232-3472
Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH)
National Diabetes Education Program Phone: (800)438-5383
DIET AND NUTRITION
Publix Pharmacy to offer free lisinopril! Publix pharmacy offers free 30-day supplies ( up to 30 tabliets) of generic lisinopril to patients who are prescribed that medication. And up to a 14 day supply of the following: Amoxicillin, Ampicillin, Cephalexin (capsules and suspension only), Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim (SMZ-TMP, Ciprofloxacin (excluding Ciprofloxacin XR), Penicillin VK, Doxycycline Hyclate (capsules only)
American Diabetes Association Phone: (800) 232-3472
American Dietetic Association phone: (800) 877-1600
Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH)
Food and Nutrition Center (FNIC) Department of Agriculture. Phone: (301) 504-5719
National Diabetes Education Program Phone: (800)438-5383
Nutrition.gov Smart Nutrition Starts Here
Food Insight.org Food Safety Healthy Eating
Hillsborough Nutrition Home Canning Solar Cooking Storm Prep and more
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Pinellas Health Injury and Violence prevention
Myths and Facts about Lesbian Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Resources for the LBGTQ community
Pinellas Health Injury and Violence prevention
ELDERCARE
SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders)is a statewide, volunteer-based program offering free and unbiased Medicare and health insurance education, counseling and assistance to people with Medicare and their families and caregivers. To learn more about the SHINE program or to receive free personalized assistance, call the Florida Elder Helpline toll-free at 1-800-96-ELDER (1-800-963-5337)
NBC Digital Health Network videos on healthy aging
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GLBT MEDICAL REFFERAL
Gay and Lesbian Medical Association Offers medical expertise in professional education, public policy work, patient education and referrals, and the promotion of research for the GLBT community. Phone: (415) 255-4547
Women’s Health . gov Information Center
Gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender Health resources
The Lesbian Health Research Center is dedicated to improving the health of lesbians, bisexual women, transgender people, and families.
National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
American Cancer Society: Access to Care and Cancer Disparity Fact Sheet
Intersex Society of North America
Open Directory: Trans Health and Wellness
GRIEF COUNSELING
About: Death and Dying palliative care
ADEC: Association for Death Education and Counseling
INSURANCE ASSISTANCE
Quik Aid Assistance in applying for Social Security Disability. 695 Central Avenue St. Pete fl 33701 727-498-8956 1-800-434-4364
SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) is a statewide, volunteer-based program offering free and unbiased Medicare and health insurance education, counseling and assistance to people with Medicare and their families and caregivers. To learn more about the SHINE program or to receive free personalized assistance, call the Florida Elder Helpline toll-free at 1-800-96-ELDER (1-800-963-5337)
Cover Florida Health Care is a comprehensive market-based plan to offer affordable health coverage to 3.8 million uninsured Floridians without using taxpayer dollars. With most plans under $150, Cover Florida benefit options include a robust set of benefits, such as coverage for preventive services, screenings, and office visits, as well as office surgery, urgent care, prescription drugs, durable medical equipment, and diabetic supplies.
Georgetown University Health Policy Institute Offers free online information including guides for getting and keeping health insurance for each state, how to manage medical bills and avoid debt, and understanding health insurance
Medicaid — US Department of Health and Human Services Toll-free number: 1-800-633-4227
Medicare — US Department of Health and Human Services Answers questions, provides literature, and gives referrals to state Medicare offices and local HMO’s with Medicare contracts. Toll-free number: 1-800-633-4227 TTY: 1-877-486-2048
Medicare Rights Center (for those with Medicare) Toll-free number: 1-800-333-4114
National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) Toll-free number: 1-866-470-6242
Patient Advocate Foundation (PAF) Works with the patient and insurer, employer and/or creditors to resolve insurance, job retention and/or debt problems related to their diagnosis, with help from case managers, doctors, and attorneys. For cancer patients in treatment or less than 2 years out of treatment Toll-free number: 1- 800-532-5274
Social Security Administration (SSA) Has general information, qualification criteria, and information about how to apply for program benefits (such as Social Security Disability Income and Supplemental Security Income if you cannot work). Makes referrals to local SSA and Medicare/Medicaid offices Toll-free number: 1-800-772-1213 TTY: 1-800-325-0778
TANF and State Health Departments — US Department of Health and Human Services Provides contact information for each state’s health department, including Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) in your state
Toll-free number: 1-877-696-6775
US Department of Health & Human Services For the most current information on health care and insurance laws and how they might affect you
US Department of Labor, Employee Benefits, Security Administration (EBSA) Information on employee benefit laws, including COBRA, FMLA, and HIPAA requirements of employer-based health coverage and self-insured health plans Toll-free number: 1-866-444-3272
US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Toll-free number: 1-800-669-4000 TTY: 1-800-669-6820
Assistance in applying for Social Security Disability 695 Central Avenue St. Pete fl 33701 727-498-8956 or 1-800-434-4364
A federal government Website managed by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services insurance
American Cancer Society treatment options and assistance
The Annie Appleseed Project, a non-profit corporation, provides information, education, advocacy, and awareness for people with cancer and their family and friends.
National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
MENTAL HEALTH
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered – Counselors Central
The National Mental Health Association Phone: (800) 969-NMHA
American Association of Pastoral Counselors Phone: (703) 385-6967
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance Phone: (800) 826-3632
American Psychiatric Association Phone: (888) 357-7924
Johns Hopkins Health Information
Wing of Madness: A Depression Guide
OB/GYN
The Pinellas County Health Department’s Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program provides free breast and cervical cancer screening exams including mammograms, pap smears, pelvic exams, and clinical breast exams to women who are 50 to 64 years of age (low income, uninsured or under-insured). Please call (727) 824-6917 to schedule an appointment.
Ovarian Cancer National Alliance
National Ovarian Cancer Coalition Provides toll-free ovarian cancer information line and maintains a comprehensive website for ovarian cancer support. Phone: (888)OVARIAN
The National Cancer Institute (NCI) NCI’s information on uterine cancer. Phone: 1(800) 4-CANCER (800-422-6237)
SMOKING CESSATION / LUNG
American Lung Association Florida
American Lung Association Florida Educational Programs Stop Smoking Asthma etc.
Mautner Project, the National Lesbian Health Organization offers smoking cessation and can make referrals to national programs providing smoking cessation services to the LGBT community. Phone: (202) 332-5536
Florida Dept of Health TB Contacts list
LOCAL FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
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Hillsborough County Assistance Programs
Hillsborough Healthcare Program
Hillsborough County Assistance Programs Disaster
ACCESS ( Florida Residents in need of Food Stamps, Medicaid or Temporary Cash Assistance ) or visit any of these community partner locations:
Daystar Life Center 226 6th St S. St Pete Fl 33701 727-825-0442 Lealman Family Center 4255 56th Ave N St. Pete Fl 33714 727-528-7891 St Pete Dream Center 4359 35th St N St Pete Fl 33712 727-520-1909 Salvation Army 1400 4th St S St Pete Fl 33701 727-894-6015 Safety Harbor 1003 MLK St N Safety Harbor 34695 727-791-8255 Union Neighborhood Center 401 Dr MLK JR Dr Tarpon Springs 34689 727-934-5881 FEAST inc 2255 Nebraska Ave Palm Harbor 34683 727-789-5275 Foundation Village 918 Woodlawn St Clearwater Fl 33756 727-445-9504 High Point Neighborhood 5812 150th Ave N Clearwater Fl 33760 727-533-0730 Homeless Emergency Project 1120 N Betty Lane Clearwater Fl 33755 727-442-9041 A Spiritual Change 1402 MLK Ave Clearwter fl 33755 727-442-9516 Career Cental 4440 Grand Blvd New Port Richey 34652 727-484-3400 Volunteer Way 7820 Congress St New Port Richey 34653 727-815-0433 Deaf Services Bureau 11441 Osceola Dr New Port Richey 34654 727-861-7074 Joining Community 3214 US Hwy 19 N Holiday 34691 727-937-3268 Church of Christ 14626 7th St Dade City 33526 813-996-4168 Premier Healthcare 37944 Pasco Ave Dade City 33525 352-518-2000 Career Cental 6308 Gall Blvd Zephyrhills 33542 813-377-1300 Trilby Community 37152 Trilby Rd Trilby 33593 352-442-2294 Shady Hills 15925 Glen Lane Shady Hills 34610 727-856-2948 Atonement Lutheran 29617 St Rd 54 W Wesley Chapel 33543 813-973-2211
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