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FDOH offers free HIV, STD, Hepatitis C testing and COVID vaccines
The Florida Dept. of Health, Okeechobee County, 1728 N.W. Ninth Ave., will provide free HIV/STD & Hepatitis C Testing and free COVID-19 Vaccinations... more
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This is a photo of the console the physician will sit in to manipulate the robot.
Raulerson Hospital acquires second surgical robotic system for minimally invasive procedures
Raulerson Hospital, owned by HCA Healthcare, has acquired another robotic system for minimally invasive surgery. more
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Mobile dental unit visits Okeechobee schools
The Florida Department of Health in Okeechobee County has partnered with the Okeechobee County School District to provide children with dental assessments and preventative treatment... more
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Live, Love and Laugh through Yoga
Breaking through unproductive thoughts and behaviors requires attention to a new dimensional awareness beyond “the now.” more
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Harmful Algal Blooms have been visible from LaBelle Bridge, in the Caloosahatchee River, for over a month now.
CDC begins new study on the health effects of cyanotoxins
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 … more
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June and July blood drives planned
If you are at least 17 years old and in good health, you can help save lives by donating blood. Come save Okeechobee lives. more
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Governor DeSantis approves budget to continue improving public health in Florida
On June 2, Governor Ron DeSantis continued his commitment to building a healthier Florida through significant investments during the 2021 Legislative Session. more
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Keep your family safe this summer tips from your Poison Control Center
As we swing into summer, Florida’s Poison Control Centers - Jacksonville is providing some helpful tips to keep your family safe. more
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Brain Bus presents virtual events to help you understand Alzheimer's, dementia and memory loss
The Virtual Brain Bus will hold the following event that covers Alzheimer’s, dementia and memory loss. more
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Leah Suarez (center) is pictured with two of the Our Village volunteers, Riley Schlosser and Beautiful Smith. Suarez' dog Penny hangs out to keep everyone on the straight and narrow.
Our Village offers those in need a 'hand up'
Our Village is giving a hand up, not a hand out. more
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Unlocking the Power of Balance
In this week’s YMCA Yoga class, practitioners awakened this habitual movement, often taken for granted, until there is a fall. more
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Veggies and fruits increase provides more nutritional access to WIC families
On March 12, the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) authorized State WIC Agencies to enhance the WIC benefit for a period of four months... more
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Yoga for Life
A well-known quote is credited to Judge Judy Sheindin: “Age is just a number!” This quote applies to Yoga. more
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month
OKEECHOBEE – The Okeechobee County Commission has designated May as Mental Health Awareness Month. New Horizons of the Treasure Coast and Okeechobee requested the designation. more
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Store owner speaks out about burglary
After the burglary at his store, Meara warns others business owners to be careful. more
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Marcy Spelts has been a nurse for 30 years and can't imagine doing anything else.
Marcy Spelts loves taking care of people
Despite the challenges of the last year, Registered Nurse Marcy Spelts loves being a nurse. more
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Raulerson Hospital was awarded an “A” grade when Leapfrog updated grades for spring 2021.
Raulerson Hospital nationally recognized with an ‘A’ for the Spring 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade
Raulerson Hospital received an “A” grade in the spring 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing... more
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Interim HealthCare has nurses on wheels
Port St. Lucie  — Nurses on wheels? more
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Yoga for Life
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. more
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Pictured left to right: Raulerson Hospital’s CMO Dr. Jorge Gonzalez-Jirau, CNO Dorothy Watson, CFO & COO Ananda Rampat, CEO Brian Melear, HCA Florida East Division CEO Charles Gressle, CFO Russ Young, CNO Silvia Stradi and CMO Dr. Jason Kelly.
Raulerson Hospital breaks ground on $17 million medical office building
As the latest step in an initiative to recruit physicians to our community, construction has now begun on a new 53,000 square foot state-of-the-art medical office... more
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