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HCA Florida Raulerson Hospital announced the retirement of Chief Executive Officer Brian...
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3/10/26
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The Alzheimer’s Association will hold virtual Caregiver Support Group meetings the third Thursday of every month ...
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3/5/26
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Florida Community Health Centers, Inc. (FCHC) welcomed Tommy Griffin, Field Representative for Congressman Scott Franklin ...
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By Florida Community Health Centers
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2/26/26
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Heart disease doesn’t happen overnight — and neither does heart health. As we observe Heart Health Month this February ...
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By Dr. Danielle Madril
UnitedHealthcare | 2/24/26 |
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As of the Feb. 10 meeting of the Okeechobee County School Board, 12 students...
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By Annie Wills
Lake Okeechobee News | 2/23/26 |
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People tend to move more when they have inviting, safe places to walk.
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By Lourdes Mederos
UF/IFAS | 2/20/26 |
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The Alzheimer’s Association will hold a virtual Caregiver Support Group on the third Monday of every Month at 3 to 4 p.m. beginning March 16 ...
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2/18/26
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At the last few school board meetings a trend seemed to appear. Four students were recommended for expulsion...
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By Annie Wills
Lake Okeechobee News | 2/18/26 |
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The Alzheimer’s Association will hold a virtual Caregiver Support Group from 3 to 4 p.m on the second Thursday of every month beginning March 12 ...
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By Alzheimer’s Association
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2/17/26
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The 19th Annual Okeechobee Family Health and Safety Expo/Touch-A-Truck Event wrapped up another great year.
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2/12/26
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The Florida Department of Health office in Okeechobee County (DOH-Okeechobee) will close on Monday...
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2/12/26
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The signs of crisis are all around us. To that end, the Okeechobee community has a goal to educate and empower...
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2/10/26
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Oral health is more than just a bright smile, it’s an important part of a child’s growth, development, and overall well-being.
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By Dr. Paul McConnell
National Dental Director UnitedHealthcare Dental | 2/9/26 |
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Today, millions of Americans serve as caregivers, supporting both young children and aging loved ones...
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2/9/26
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American Heart Month, celebrated every February, raises awareness for how individuals can lower their risk of heart disease ...
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By American Heart Association
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2/3/26
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According to the American Lung Association’s 24th annual “State of Tobacco Control” report , released today, Florida’s grades show the state …
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American Lung Association | 1/29/26 |
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Winter is upon us, and for many Americans, that means company parties, get-togethers with friends and of course ...
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By Jerome Adams
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1/19/26
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Almost every year, one of the top New Year’s resolutions for many is to exercise more and eat healthier.
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By Dr. Danielle Madril
Chief Medical Officer UnitedHealthcare of Florida | 1/12/26 |
![Walking in a tree-filled park can help relieve stress, a new UF/IFAS study shows. Here is an image of a suspension bridge at the Hillsborough River State Park. [Photo courtesy Tyler Jones, UF/IFAS]](https://eta.creativecirclecdn.com/scfl/medium/20260107-101901-e2a-UF%20trees%20stress%20feat%20UF%20pic.jpg)
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Have you ever considered a walk in a tree-shaded park to relieve stress? If you have, you’re hardly alone ...
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By Brad Buck
UF/IFAS | 1/7/26 |
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If securing health care coverage has felt challenging in the past, or if recent life changes have left you without a health plan ...
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By Claudia Amaya
UnitedHealthcare Regional VP, Individual & Family Plans and Hispanic Initiatives | 1/6/26 |