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Dr. Gustavo Lopes, DO, FACOS, is the new Associate Chief of Staff for Surgery for the West Palm Beach VA Healthcare System (WPBVAHCS) effective November 18, 2024.   
West Palm Beach VA announces new chief of staff for surgery
The West Palm Beach VA Health Care System (WPBVAHCS) announces the appointment of Dr. Gustavo Lopes, DO, FACOS... more
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Visit The Brain Bus at the Christmas Festival Dec. 14
The Brain Bus will be at Okeechobee Main Street - Flagler Park 55 SE 3rd Ave., during the 2024 Christmas Festival and Parade more
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Toss lukewarm leftovers, UF/IFAS food safety expert warns
Thanksgiving football is tempting, but don’t let the leftovers linger too long this holiday season. more
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Dietitian offers tips for your physical and emotional health
The truth is the holidays can be a stressful season. When feasting during the holidays.... more
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Mini-grant applications open for health-boosting community projects
Applications are open through Nov. 30 for Palm Beach, Okeechobee, Martin and St. Lucie County-based organizations... more
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Help families cope with mental stress during the holidays
With the holiday season quickly approaching, many of us feel a mix of excitement and stress. more
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OKEECHOBEE -- Okeechobee County Commissioner Brad Goodbread (right) presented a proclamation for National Hospice Month to Jennifer Fee of Treasure Coast Hospice (left) at the Nov. 20 meeting of the Okeechobee County Commission. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
November is Hospice and Palliative Care Month
The Okeechobee County Board of Commissioners designated November as National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. more
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Month of November is recognized as Hospice and Palliative CAre Month. TerryFesler (center) and Jenny Fee from Treasure Coast Hospice accept the proclamation from Mayor Dowling Watford..[Photo by Cathy Womble/Lake Okeechobee News]
City declares Hospice and Palliative care month
The month of November 2024 was proclaimed Hospice and Palliative Care month during the Nov. 19 meeting of the Okeechobee City Council. … more
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OKEECHOBEE — HCA Florida Raulerson Hospital volunteers.
Raulerson volunteers donate $500 to support Breast Cancer Awareness
The HCA Florida Raulerson Hospital Volunteers are proud to announce a $500 donation to Okeechobee Professionals... more
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Hendry County Department of Health to host Health Fair on Dec. 2
The Florida Department of Health in Hendry County, will hold a Community Health Fair at the LaBelle Health Department... more
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Tips help reduce your health care costs for next year
With the annual open enrollment season in full swing, a concerning finding sheds light on a health issue.... more
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December is National Safe Toys & Gifts Month
As we approach the holiday season, many of us have already started our gift shopping for loved ones, especially children. more
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Donating all over south Florida, Frank Coker hit his 51 gallon mark on Sept. 30, 2024..[Photo courtesy Frank Coker]
Coker is halfway to his goal of 100 gallons of blood donated
An Okeechobee native has the distinction of being one of the few in the 50 gallon or more club. more
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The annual Okeechobee Blood Roundup is planned for November.
It's almost time for the Blood Roundup!
It’s coming, it’s coming ... The Okeechobee Blood Roundup is coming.  MARK YOUR CALENDAR! This 19 th Annual blood drive will be held Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 23 and 24, at the … more
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SHINE provides unbiased insurance counseling for Medicare beneficiaries
Older Floridians are encouraged to review plan options during Open Enrollment more
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TRICARE temporarily suspends physician referrals due to hurricanes
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia – The Defense Health Agency, on Oct. 15, announced TRICARE Prime beneficiaries in 16 Florida counties may see any provider without a referral from their primary care … more
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Professionals focus on breast cancer prevention
At their Oct. 17 meeting, Okeechobee County Commissioners issued a proclamation highlighting the importance of prevention. more
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Hurricane storm surge churned Lake O
Hurricane Milton's winds churned Lake Okeechobee Oct. 9 and 10,  pushing the lake water up against the side of the dike in a storm surge. … more
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Protect your lungs as you clean up storm debris
 The American Lung Association is issuing the following health guidance as  Florida assesses and responds to the damage inflicted by Hurricane Milton and multiple tornadoes. Post-hurricane … more
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DOH-Hendry and DOH-Glades urges residents to follow flood safety tips
FDOH in Hendry County and Glades County urges residents to be aware of the health risks associated with flooding. more
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