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Don’t Wait! – Start Planning Medicare Coverage at 64
If you’re retiring soon or know someone who is, you’re not alone. In 2024, a record 4.1 million Americans are expected to... more
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HCA Florida Raulerson Hospital upgrades to Silver Award
People who live in rural communities live an average of three years fewer than urban counterparts... more
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"Steve Gilliland was the best brother anyone could ever ask for,"
Woman disappointed over treatment of dying brother
The loss of a loved one is always difficult, but the experience can be made better or worse depending on the people around you. more
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September Blood Drives planned
The Blood Bus will be accepting blood donations at the following locations in the month of September: more
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What women need to know about the first-ever pill for postpartum depression
Pregnancy and childbirth are often celebrated as incredible, remarkable events in a woman’s life. more
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Importance of prioritizing sleep for school-aged children and teenagers
It is important to help your child/teenager get back on a regular schedule and into a normal sleep routine. more
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Hendry Regional awarded for efforts to improve rural stroke care
People who live in rural communities live an average of 3 years less than urban counterparts and have a 40% higher likelihood... more
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The research team used a cookbook to promote healthy eating during the study. (Photo courtesy Andrea Krenek)..
UF olive oil study suggests ‘less-is-more’ approach
As a staple of plant-based diets like the Mediterranean diet, olive oil has long been lauded for... more
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Childhood obesity is a disease — we should treat it as one
While many public health challenges have garnered significant attention over the years... more
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Alzheimer’s Association to hold virtual Managing Money class
Alzheimer’s Association will host a virtual Managing Money class on Sept. 10 from noon to 1 p.m. more
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TRICARE authorizes temporary prescription refill waivers for 61 Florida counties
The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in 61 Florida counties may now... more
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Proper nutrition plays a key role for mother and baby during pregnancy
Pregnancy is a crucial time for both a mother and her baby, and proper nutrition... more
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DOH-Hendry/Glades encourages Floridians to donate blood
The week of Aug. 2, OneBlood, an Orlando-based blood center, experienced a cyberattack... more
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The One Blood bloodmobile makes regular visits to Okeechobee.
Blood donations needed after cyber attack
OneBlood, an Orlando-based blood center, experienced a cyberattack that has brought some of their systems offline.  more
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Jamie Ulmer
The truth about federally qualified health centers
During the election campaigns in the coming months, health care will undoubtedly come up. more
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Alzheimer’s Brain Bus stops in Clewiston next Wednesday with free services
The Alzheimer’s Association Brain Bus will make a stop from 4 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 7... more
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This CDC map from July 29 shows the presence of covid virus based on wastewater testing data. States in the darkest color have the highest covid risk. [Map courtesy CDC]
Wastewater testing shows high rate of covid virus in Florida
CDC monitoring of wastewater data shows Florida is one of the states with “very high” risk of covid infection. more
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This CDC map from July 29 shows the presence of covid virus based on wastewater testing data. States in the darkest color have the highest covid risk. [Map courtesy CDC]
Wastewater testing shows high rate of covid virus in Florida
CDC monitoring of wastewater data shows Florida is one of the states with “very high” risk of covid infection. more
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Tips to help kids prepare emotionally and mentally for the new school year
It’s that time of year when families are busy checking off those back-to-school lists, including making sure... more
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DOH-Hendry issues blue-green algae health alert for Lake Okeechobee
The Florida Department of Health in Hendry County (DOH-Hendry) has issued a health alert for... more
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