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Childhood cancer fight also requires support for parents, family members
Although the disease remains rare in children and adolescents, nearly 15,000 U.S. residents under age 19 will be ... more
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Alzheimer's Association offers virtual caregiver support and education meetings
The Alzheimer's Association offer's the following virtual via Zoom caregiving meetings: more
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DOH-Hendry offices reopen after severe weather
All Florida Department of Health in Hendry County (DOH-Hendry) offices will reopen at 8:00 a.m. with regular operation hours on Friday, September 27... more
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How can you support a friend who has breast cancer?
OKEECHOBEE — When we hear a friend has breast cancer, we are always concerned, and most people want to help. The question... more
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Hispanics are more likely to be diagnosed with diabetes
Diabetes is a chronic condition characterized by the inability to regulate insulin... more
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Florida Community Health Centers has data security incident
Florida Community Health Centers, Inc. (“FCHC”) recently experienced a data security incident... more
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Community Health Centers among Top 10% Nationally for sixth year in a row
For the sixth year running, the Health Care District of Palm Beach County’s community... more
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LaBelle Mayor Julie C. Wilkins presents a proclamation to Healthy Start of Southwest Florida declaring the week of Sept. 23 through Sept. 29 as National Diaper Awareness Week. According to Healthy Start, one in two families cannot afford enough diapers to keep their infant or child clean, dry, and healthy. The organization operates the Southwest Florida Regional Diaper Bank, which provides more than a million diapers to families in need. [Photo by Richard Marion/Hendry County News]
City draws attention to National Diaper Awareness Week
LaBelle Mayor Julie C. Wilkins presents a proclamation to Healthy Start of Southwest Florida declaring the week of Sept. 23 through Sept. 29 as National Diaper Awareness Week. more
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Alzheimer’s Association reschedules monthly virtual Support Group meetings
The Alzheimer’s Association has rescheduled the monthly virtual Support Group meetings... more
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HCA Florida Raulerson Hospital recognized as one of 350 cleanest hospitals in the U.S.
HCA Florida Raulerson Hospital is proud to announce its inclusion in Becker’s Hospital Review’s list of the 350 Cleanest Hospitals... more
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New data reveals significant improvements to Florida’s health care workforce shortage
Earlier this year, FHA conducted their annual vacancy and turnover survey... more
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Study suggests gut bacteria could unlock prevention of Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s disease
Can “good” gut bacteria protect against neurodegenerative diseases? more
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tiger mosquito on skin. proboscis inserted and feeding. belly full with blood.
Call hotline to request mosquito spraying in your neighborhood
 Okeechobee County has a contract with Clarke Environmental fpr  adult mosquito control spraying ... more
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OKEECHOBEE -- September is Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]
Okeechobee suicide rate double the regional average
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month in Okeechobee County. more
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OKEECHOBEE — The platelet bus joined four additional buses drawing both whole blood and red cells.
Blood Roundup volunteers to meet
The Okeechobee Blood Roundup volunteers will meet on Thursday, Sept. 19, at 9:30 a.m., in Room 21 at the First Methodist Church ...   … more
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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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