When it comes to holiday planning, the last thing on anyone’s list is a bout with food poisoning.
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By Kirsten Romaguera Rabin
UF/IFAS | 11/17/23 |
A recent MarketWatch Guides survey revealed that 52% of Americans are planning...
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By Lourdes Medero
UF/IFAS | 11/17/23 |
The Florida Department of Health website has a COVID-19 dashboard with county-by-county...
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11/13/23
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Food safety matters to us all. Engaging in safe food handling procedures can prevent...
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By Brenda Marty-Jimenez
UF/IFAS | 10/3/23 |
Breast cancer is extremely common, affecting 1 in 8 women.
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By Dr. Leland Heller
Family Medical Practice | 10/1/23 |
Vaccine booster shots are now available to help protect against the latest COVID-19 variants.
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9/19/23
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Hundreds of counselors with Florida’s SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders)...
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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9/18/23
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FDOH in Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Glades, Hendry, Lee, Monroe, and Okeechobee Counties...
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8/7/23
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A recent TikTok Trend is dangerous and could be fatal, according to health officials.
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By Katrina Elsken
Lake Okeechobee News | 7/26/23 |
Should you be worried about the aspartame in diet sodas, yogurt, cereals, and other packaged foods?
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By Katrina Elsken
Lake Okeechobee News | 7/26/23 |
The summer of 2023 has brought air quality problems as well as record heat.
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By Katrina Elsken
Lake Okeechobee News | 7/21/23 |
The fair will offer free health screenings, community resources, education and more.
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Special to Caloosa Belle Independent
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7/13/23
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The Florida Department of Health (FDOH) is urging residents to take necessary precautions and follow safety measures...
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News from Florida Department of Health
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7/7/23
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On June 26, the Centers for Disease Control issued a health advisory about four locally-acquired cases of malaria in Florida and two in Texas …
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By Katrina Elsken
Lake Okeechobee News | 6/28/23 |
It was long believed that 1-2 alcoholic drinks daily promoted good health, especially for the heart.
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By Doctor Leland Heller M.D.
Okeechobee Family Practice | 5/26/23 |
The Alzheimer's Association will host virtual events to help family of those with Alzheimer's.
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5/24/23
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The Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida recently honored community partners...
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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5/22/23
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Looking for a senior gym discount? SilverSneakers many of those on Medicare free access to multiple gyms and fitness centers.
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By Katrina Elsken
Lake Okeechobee News | 5/19/23 |
Thanks to some generous donations, the Stuttering Foundation has donated a DVD, entitled Kids Who Stutter...
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News from The Stuttering Foundation
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5/9/23
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Analysis of studies involving 160,000 people across three continents reinforces message that handwashing is...
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4/28/23
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