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Overdose emergency kits will be installed on county buildings thanks to the Hanley Foundation.
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By Katrina Elsken
Lake Okeechobee News | 4/15/24 |
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The researchers analyzed data from the first five years of life...
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By Megan Winslow
UF/IFAS | 4/8/24 |
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The Alzheimer Association invites caregivers of those with Alzheimer disease and dementia to attend a virtual support group.
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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4/4/24
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Join the virtual Caregiver Support Group provided by the Alzheimer Association on the first Thursday...
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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3/22/24
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Department of Children and Families (Department) Secretary Shevaun Harris...
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News from DCF
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3/22/24
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According to the Florida Department of Health, the state has reported 1,958 covid deaths so far for 2024 …
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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3/19/24
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Alzheimer Association will hold a virtual Caregiver Support Group on the second Wednesday of every month....
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3/19/24
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April is Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month and the American Parkinson Disease...
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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3/19/24
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FREE confidential rapid testing and treatment for HEP C, HIV, STD’s / STI’s.
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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3/13/24
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February is Healthy Teen Relationship Month, and this annual, month-long effort focuses on advocacy...
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2/29/24
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During February’s Children’s Dental Health Month, it’s an opportune time to talk about dental health...
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By Dr. Paul J. McConnell
Dental Director UnitedHealthcare | 2/20/24 |
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During February’s Children’s Dental Health Month, it’s an opportune time to talk about dental health habits that can help improve the oral health of kids and people of all …
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Dr. Paul McConnell
United Healthcare | 2/19/24 |
![OKEECHOBEE -- Regular chiropractic adjustments help keep horses in top condition. [Photo by Katrina Elsken/Lake Okeechobee News]](https://eta.creativecirclecdn.com/scfl/medium/20240215-152208-Safranski%20with%20horse%202.jpg)
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Dr. Robert Safranski recently joined Platt Chiropractic, 280 SW 32nd St., Okeechobee.
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By Katrina Elsken
Lake Okeechobee News | 2/15/24 |
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Every day each person has a choice on how to shape the body through daily habit patterns.
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By Nancy Dale, Ph.D.
Author | 2/15/24 |
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February is American Heart Month, a great time to start on the path to better heart health...
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By Dr. Joel Caschette
Chief Medical Officer UnitedHealthcare | 2/7/24 |
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According to the Florida Department of Health, Florida’s Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) season...
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By Dr. Salvatore Anzalone
Healthcare Network | 2/5/24 |
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U.S. syphilis cases have reached highest levels since the 1950s, creating a critical public health need, according a report from the Centers for Disease Control released Jan. 30.
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News from the CDC
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2/2/24
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Residents living in and around Okeechobee can learn about their risk for cardiovascular disease...
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2/2/24
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The first month of 2024 brought COVID-19 deaths to the counties around Lake Okeechobee.
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2/1/24
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Celebrate Healthy Start’s grand opening with an exciting day of festivities...
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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1/30/24
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