Hernando County Health Department phone, Spring Hill office, Brooksville services, WIC, certificates, vaccines, septic and environmental help
The Hernando County Health Department search usually means the Florida Department of Health in Hernando County, also called DOH-Hernando. Residents use it for birth and death certificates, WIC, immunizations, disease reporting, clinical services, environmental public health, septic permitting, water-system questions and public health alerts.
This guide is written for real tasks: which number to call, which office to visit, what documents to bring, which official link to use, and what to do if the health department is not the right office.
Choose the right Hernando County health department service
Select your task below. This finder does not book appointments, but it helps you avoid the wrong desk, wrong office or wrong website.
Call 352-540-6800 for general Florida Department of Health in Hernando County routing. Use the official county site for current locations, services, closures and program updates.
Hernando County Health Department quick answer
The main Hernando County Health Department phone number is 352-540-6800. The main mailing address is 7551 Forest Oaks Blvd., Spring Hill, FL 34606. The Spring Hill office is listed at that address, and the Brooksville office is listed at 300 South Main St., Brooksville, FL 34601.
For WIC, call 800-342-3556. For Environmental Public Health, call 352-540-6812. For reportable disease routing, the county homepage lists 352-540-6897. For life-threatening emergencies, call 911.
For certificates, DOH-Hernando issues Florida birth certificates and Florida death certificates through local Vital Statistics, but rules differ by record type. Birth certificates are listed for Florida births from 1930 to present, while local death certificates are listed for Florida deaths from 2009 to present.
Official verification before using this Hernando County guide
Updated for publication on June 26, 2026.
This page was rebuilt using official Florida Department of Health in Hernando County pages for the homepage contact number, Spring Hill location, WIC, immunizations, death certificates, Environmental Public Health, onsite sewage disposal, sanitary nuisances, water systems, well surveillance and disease reporting.
County health pages change often. Always verify live hours, appointment rules, holiday closures, certificate eligibility, WIC clinic schedules, vaccine availability, inspection links, septic forms and fee payment routes on the official DOH-Hernando site before visiting, ordering or paying.
What this Hernando County Health Department guide covers
Hernando County Health Department phone number directory by service
Use the direct route when possible. A certificate request, WIC appointment, disease report, septic permit and nuisance complaint should not all start with the same script.
| Need | Phone / route | Prepare before calling |
|---|---|---|
| General DOH-Hernando help | 352-540-6800 | Service needed, city/community, appointment question and callback number. |
| Spring Hill office | 7551 Forest Oaks Blvd., Spring Hill, FL 34606 352-540-6800 | Ask whether your service is available at Spring Hill that day. |
| Brooksville office | 300 South Main St., Brooksville, FL 34601 352-540-6800 | Confirm program schedule before visiting. |
| WIC appointment | 800-342-3556 | Identity, address, income/proof of benefits, pregnancy or child information. |
| WIC EBT balance | 866-629-1095 | WIC EBT card and account information. |
| Vital Statistics | 352-540-6800 | Record type, full name, date, eligibility, ID and payment method. |
| Immunizations | 352-540-6800 | Picture ID and all previous immunization records. |
| Disease reporting | 352-540-6897 | Condition, exposure date, provider/lab details if available and contact information. |
| Environmental Public Health | 352-540-6812 FDOH27EH@FLHealth.gov | Property or facility address, permit type, complaint details, photos if safe and permit/invoice number. |
| Biomedical waste contacts | 352-540-6800 ext. 82144 or 82158 | Facility type, generator status, permit/exemption question and waste handling details. |
| Well surveillance / drinking water concern | 352-540-6863 or 352-540-6800 ext. 82163 | Well location, contaminant concern, property details and any lab/sample history. |
Hernando County Health Department Spring Hill and Brooksville offices
DOH-Hernando lists both Spring Hill and Brooksville service locations. Some services may be available at one office, both offices or only on certain days. Confirm the service location before driving.
| Office | Address and phone | Best for | Visit note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Hill | 7551 Forest Oaks Blvd., Spring Hill, FL 34606 Phone: 352-540-6800 Fax: 352-688-5097 | Main DOH-Hernando office, Vital Statistics, WIC, Environmental Public Health, clinical and public health services. | Verify exact program hours and temporary closure notices before visiting. |
| Brooksville | 300 South Main St., Brooksville, FL 34601 Phone: 352-540-6800 | Brooksville-area public health access and WIC services on listed service days. | WIC hours differ from Spring Hill and are not listed for every weekday. |
| Environmental Public Health | 7551 Forest Oaks Blvd., Spring Hill, FL 34606 Phone: 352-540-6812 Fax: 352-688-5015 | Environmental permits, inspection records, sanitary nuisances, septic, water systems and environmental complaints. | Listed hours are Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Verify before visiting. |
For statewide context, see our Florida Department of Health guide.
What DOH-Hernando handles for residents and businesses
DOH-Hernando is not just a phone desk. It handles clinic services, certificates, WIC, disease reporting, environmental health, emergency preparedness, public health notices and local health programs.
Hernando County birth certificates and death certificates
DOH-Hernando Vital Statistics issues local birth and death certificate services, but the correct route depends on the record type and year.
| Record need | Official local rule | What to prepare |
|---|---|---|
| Florida birth certificate | Florida birth certificates from 1930 to present are issued through the Bureau of Vital Statistics and may be ordered online, by mail or in person at DOH-Hernando. | Full name, date of birth, parent names, valid ID, eligibility and payment method. |
| Florida death certificate | DOH-Hernando issues death certificates for Florida deaths from 2009 to present. | Name of deceased, date of death, place of death, eligibility and ID/payment details. |
| Older Florida death record | Deaths outside the local 2009-to-present range must be requested from the Jacksonville Office of Vital Statistics. | Use Florida Vital Statistics in Jacksonville and include required record details. |
| Online certificate order | VitalChek is listed as the only vendor authorized/recommended by Florida Department of Health for online certificate orders. | Expect third-party processing and possible extra service/shipping fees. |
| Out-of-state certificate | Use the state where the birth or death occurred. | Do not order from Hernando County if the event happened outside Florida. |
Certificate steps before visiting
- Confirm whether you need a birth certificate or death certificate.
- Confirm the event happened in Florida.
- Check whether the record year can be handled locally.
- Prepare valid ID, eligibility proof and payment method.
- Confirm local office hours before visiting.
- Avoid unofficial record websites unless the official page specifically routes you there.
Hernando County WIC appointments, locations, EBT balance and nutrition help
WIC helps eligible pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding women, infants and children with healthy foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding support and healthcare referrals.
Call 800-342-3556 to schedule an eligibility appointment. Appointments take priority, and the official page says services can be limited after 3 p.m.
| WIC office | Address | Phone / fax | Listed schedule |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Hill WIC | 7551 Forest Oaks Blvd., Spring Hill, FL 34606 | Phone: 800-342-3556 Fax: 352-688-5045 | Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Tuesday 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; closed on the 3rd Thursday of the month. |
| Brooksville WIC | 300 South Main St., Brooksville, FL 34601 | Phone: 800-342-3556 Fax: 352-754-4079 | Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; closed Monday and Thursday. |
| WIC EBT balance | Phone/online balance route | 866-629-1095 | Use for WIC EBT balance questions, not appointment scheduling. |
What to prepare for WIC
- Proof of identity.
- Proof of Hernando County or Florida address.
- Proof of income or qualifying program participation.
- Pregnancy, infant or child information.
- Questions about breastfeeding, WIC EBT, approved foods or nutrition counseling.
- Appointment confirmation and preferred office location.
Hernando County immunizations, school shots and vaccine records
DOH-Hernando immunization services may help with childhood vaccines, adult vaccines, routine vaccines and travel-related immunization questions. The official immunization page says to call 352-540-6800 to schedule an appointment.
Immunization visit checklist
- Picture ID.
- Previous vaccine records.
- School or childcare forms.
- Insurance or Medicaid card if available.
- Travel itinerary for travel vaccine questions.
- Parent or guardian information for minors.
Environmental Public Health permits, inspections, complaints and records
DOH-Hernando Environmental Public Health is at 7551 Forest Oaks Blvd., Spring Hill, FL 34606. Phone is 352-540-6812, fax is 352-688-5015, and email is FDOH27EH@FLHealth.gov.
Environmental Public Health protects residents and visitors by monitoring, educating and regulating conditions that can cause disease or unsafe environments.
Hernando County septic, onsite sewage, water systems, wells and nuisance complaints
Environmental health searches often involve septic permits, OSTDS inspections, sanitary nuisances, sewage leaks, water systems, private wells, arsenic or contaminated drinking water concerns.
| Issue | Official route | What to prepare |
|---|---|---|
| Septic / OSTDS permit | Onsite Sewage Disposal / Environmental Health | Property address, owner/contractor details, permit type, system details and invoice or inspection need. |
| OSTDS inspection or reinspection | Online inspection scheduler when required by official page | Permit number, property address, system type and inspection timing. |
| Permit payment | MyFloridaEHPermit.com or official bill-pay route | Invoice, permit details and correct email/mail submission when required. |
| Sanitary nuisance | Environmental Health, 352-540-6812 | Address, failing septic details, sewage leak, fly/mosquito breeding condition, photos if safe and dates observed. |
| Limited-use water system | Water Systems program | Facility type, number of connections/people served and permit question. |
| Private well concern | Well Surveillance program when contamination is suspected | Well location, suspected contaminant, prior sample results and property details. |
Disease reporting, HIV, hepatitis, TB, diabetes, wellness and emergency preparedness
DOH-Hernando posts public health alerts, local news, disease reporting resources and clinical/nutritional service information. The homepage lists 352-540-6897 for disease reporting.
Before you call, visit, mail, pay or submit a form
What DOH-Hernando may not handle
Some searches look like health department questions but belong to another office or provider. Use the correct route to avoid delays.
What to do if your Hernando County health service is not found
Hernando County Health Department map and Spring Hill office location
This map points to the Spring Hill DOH-Hernando location. Before traveling, verify whether your service is at Spring Hill, Brooksville or Environmental Public Health.
Official Hernando County Health Department links
Use these official links for live hours, forms, appointment rules, closures, certificates, WIC, immunizations, permits, septic and environmental health decisions.
Florida Department of Health in Hernando County official websiteMain official site for DOH-Hernando contact, services, news, disease reporting and public health updates. Spring Hill locationOfficial Spring Hill address, phone, fax and location details. Spring Hill Vital Statistics OfficeOfficial local Vital Statistics office for birth and death certificate services. Birth certificatesOfficial DOH-Hernando birth certificate information and ordering route. Death certificatesOfficial DOH-Hernando death certificate information, year rules and state Vital Statistics routing. WIC ProgramOfficial WIC office locations, appointment phone, WIC EBT details and nutrition support information. ImmunizationsOfficial immunization appointment instructions and record preparation details. Environmental Public HealthOfficial environmental permits, inspection reports, permit renewals and program resources. Onsite Sewage DisposalOfficial septic/OSTDS information, permit payments, inspection scheduling and DEP transition note. Sanitary nuisancesOfficial route for failing septic, sewage leak and nuisance complaints. Water systemsOfficial limited-use water system permit information and private-well caution. Well Surveillance ProgramOfficial water contamination surveillance and drinking-water concern resource.Hernando County Health Department FAQ
What is the Hernando County Health Department phone number?
The main Florida Department of Health in Hernando County phone number is 352-540-6800. Use it for general county health department routing and clinic-service questions.
Where is the Hernando County Health Department located?
The Spring Hill office is at 7551 Forest Oaks Blvd., Spring Hill, FL 34606. The Brooksville office is listed at 300 South Main St., Brooksville, FL 34601.
What is the Hernando County WIC phone number?
The Hernando County WIC appointment phone number is 800-342-3556. For WIC EBT balance help, call 866-629-1095.
Does DOH-Hernando issue birth certificates?
Yes. DOH-Hernando provides Florida birth certificate services. The official page says Florida birth certificates from 1930 to present are issued through the Bureau of Vital Statistics and may be ordered online, by mail or in person.
Does DOH-Hernando issue death certificates?
Yes, but local year rules matter. DOH-Hernando says it issues death certificates for Florida deaths from 2009 to present. Older death records must be requested from the Jacksonville Office of Vital Statistics.
How do I schedule immunizations in Hernando County?
Call 352-540-6800 to schedule an immunization appointment. Bring picture ID and all previous immunization records for each person needing services.
What is the Environmental Health phone number?
DOH-Hernando Environmental Public Health phone number is 352-540-6812. Email is FDOH27EH@FLHealth.gov.
Who handles septic permits in Hernando County?
Use DOH-Hernando Environmental Public Health / Onsite Sewage Disposal for septic permitting and inspection routing. The official page notes DEP now implements OSTDS rules, while county health department offices continue permitting and inspection work.
How do I report a sanitary nuisance in Hernando County?
Call Environmental Health at 352-540-6812. Prepare the exact address and details about failing septic, sewage leaks or conditions that may breed flies or mosquitoes.
Is this the official Hernando County Health Department website?
No. This is an independent guide that points users to official DOH-Hernando resources. Use official county and Florida Health pages for live hours, forms, fees, eligibility, appointment rules and final decisions.