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The Alzheimer Association will hold virtual Caregiver College - Effective Communication Strategies class on Thursday, Aug. 5 from 11 a.m. to noon.
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Special to the Lake Okeechobee News
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7/29/21
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The Hendry County Health Department in coordination with the SNAP-Ed Program has been using a curriculum called “Grow It, Try It, Like It” with children at the Children’s Garden of LaBelle.
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Special to the Caloosa Belle
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7/21/21
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The Florida Department of Health in Hendry County issued a rabies alert for the Clewiston area.
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Special to the Lake Okeechobee News
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7/14/21
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Storms can cause flooding. Skin contact with flood waters alone does not pose a serious health risk.
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7/6/21
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Researchers with the University of Florida have used a peptide to reduce symptoms associated with lupus.
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By Samantha Murray
UF/IFAS | 7/1/21 |
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The Hendry and Glades County Health Department will provide free HIV Testing to anyone on Friday, June 25 and Monday, June 28, from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 1 to 4 p.m...
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6/25/21
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Creating synergy in the body. What do we mean by Yoga “synergy?” “Yoga synergy embraces the art and tradition of Yoga combined with other body movements...
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By Nancy Dale, Ph.D.
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6/23/21
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Breaking through unproductive thoughts and behaviors requires attention to a new dimensional awareness beyond “the now.”
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By Nancy Dale, Ph.D.
Special to the Lake Okeechobee News | 6/18/21 |
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will start a new study in south Florida during the 2021 algal bloom season to assess the health effects of exposure to …
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6/15/21
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As we swing into summer, Florida’s Poison Control Centers - Jacksonville is providing some helpful tips to keep your family safe.
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6/2/21
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The Virtual Brain Bus will hold the following event that covers Alzheimer’s, dementia and memory loss.
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6/2/21
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In this week’s YMCA Yoga class, practitioners awakened this habitual movement, often taken for granted, until there is a fall.
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By Nancy Dale, Ph.D.
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5/28/21
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On March 12, 2021, the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) authorized State WIC Agencies to enhance the WIC benefit for a period of four months...
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5/26/21
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A well-known quote is credited to Judge Judy Sheindin: “Age is just a number!” This quote applies to Yoga.
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By Nancy Dale, Ph.D.
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5/20/21
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Hendry and Glades WIC has opened the WIC lobbies for onsite services including direct distributions, EBT card pick-ups...
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5/5/21
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The last pose in every Yoga class is “Savasana” also called “Corpse Pose.” This pose is wonderful to do whenever the body/mind is exhausted. Practicing Yoga is an excellent way to reduce stress and anxiety.
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By Nancy Dale, Ph.D.
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4/20/21
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On April 2, the Alzheimer’s Association will continue its virtual “Ask the Expert” series with “Seeing the Brain Through the Eyes,”...
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Special to the Lake Okeechobee News
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3/23/21
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This year March 20 falls on a Saturday, so the Hendry and Glades Health Departments will offer free HIV testing for anyone
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3/18/21
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Hendry County SWAT Club’s in Clewiston and LaBelle middle and high schools participated in a “Skip The Dip” jump rope competition.
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3/18/21
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Florida’s Poison Control Centers - Jacksonville is kicking off National Poison Prevention Week, March 21 through the 27, by educating the public on learning how...
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3/18/21
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