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The above photo is of the experiments’ target species, Aedes aegypti, which is known to spread deadly diseases to humans.
Help keep mosquito population under control
Hendry County contracts with Clarke Environmental to help reduce the nuisance... more
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Become a certified Tai Chi for Arthritis Instructor
The Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention program was designed to relieve pain, improve balance... more
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HealthPark Care & Rehabilitation Center earns 2023 Gold Seal Award
Skilled nursing centers must achieve a quality-of-care scoring and ranking that places them in the top-10 percent... more
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FDOH encourage public to take precautions during rising temperatures
FDOH in Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Glades, Hendry, Lee, Monroe, and Okeechobee Counties... more
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Dr. Larry Antonucci celebrates 40th year on the Lee Health medical staff
Dr. Antonucci has been a driving force in Lee Health’s patient safety program... more
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Become a certified coach to lead a Matter of Balance classes
Chances are you know someone who has fallen or who is afraid of falling. more
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Hendry County Courthouse
United Way lease in Clewiston delayed
The Hendry County commission has put leasing a county-owned property in Clewiston to United Way on hold for now ... more
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TikTok trend deemed dangerous and potentially deadly
A recent TikTok Trend is dangerous and could be fatal, according to health officials. more
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Should you be concerned about aspartame consumption?
Should you be worried about the aspartame in diet sodas, yogurt, cereals, and other packaged foods? more
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La Leche League of Hendry County holds meetings
La Leche League (LLL) of Hendry County holds in-person and virtual meetings. more
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Saharan dust impacts air quality, helps feed algal blooms
The summer of 2023 has brought air quality problems as well as record heat. more
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Area Agency on Aging hosts Community Health & Resource Fair
The fair will offer free health screenings, community resources, education and more. more
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Florida limits sale of kratom to those over age 21
Is kratom a potentially-deadly drug or a benefical herb? more
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July 4 mosquito schedule
Hendry County will be conducting adult mosquito control operations prior to the 4th of July holiday. more
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FDOH issues health alert: 4 cases of malaria in Sarasota County
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 … more
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Kenny Stokes, a courier for the University of Florida's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, battles summer heat the old fashioned way. Stokes, whose van has no air conditioning, cooled off after his mid-morning deliveries. With temperatures hovering around the century mark and a heat index of 108, he decided to take matters into his own hands.
Summer heat can be deadly -- and cars heat up fast
Heat-related deaths and illness are preventable, yet more than 700 people die from extreme heat every year in the United States.   … more
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Talk about mental health
Let's talk about mental health! Join a discussion on Saturday, June 24... more
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FDOH encourages a safe and health Memorial Day Weekend
Awareness of the basic principles of water safety, combined with knowledge... more
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AAASWFL Team
Area Agency on Aging celebrates serving SWFL for 45 years
The Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida recently honored community partners... more
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Silver Sneakers program means free gym memberships for many seniors
Looking for a senior gym discount?  SilverSneakers many of those on Medicare free access to multiple gyms and fitness centers. more
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