Chronic anxiety can be overwhelming. It seeps into every aspect of life, making even the simplest tasks feel daunting. However, adopting specific daily practices can significantly improve your quality of life. By implementing consistent routines, embracing mindfulness, and exploring alternative treatments, you can manage your…
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HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Hillsborough County (DOH-Hillsborough) has issued a swim advisory for Picnic Island Beach after water samples taken on June 12, 2024, revealed high levels of Enterococcus bacteria. Health officials advise against swimming or engaging in other…
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There’s a lot to do every day, isn’t there? It’s mostly work, if we’re honest, but then we also have to factor in making meals, shopping (for food or anything else), making sure we leave time for our hobbies (because we’re always told they’re so…
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Enrollment in Florida’s Medicaid program continued to drop in May, with 4.423 million people receiving health care through the system, according to newly posted data on the state Agency for Health Care Administration website. The May total was down from 4.459 million in April and…
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More than 32,000 abortions have been reported in Florida this year, though a law that took effect May 1 is expected to dramatically decrease the number of abortions performed. Newly posted data on the state Agency for Health Care Administration website showed 32,081 abortions had…
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The H5N1 bird flu, also known as avian influenza, has been making headlines due to its widespread impact on wild birds and poultry, and the recent emergence of cases in humans.expand_more This article aims to provide a comprehensive overview of H5N1, covering its origins, transmission,…
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The World Health Organization (WHO) has confirmed the first-ever human death from the H5N2 strain of avian influenza, also known as bird flu. The fatality occurred in Mexico in a 59-year-old man with underlying health conditions. This marks the first globally documented case of human…
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Accessing and maintaining Medicaid coverage can be a daunting challenge for many individuals and families across the United States. Medicaid, a joint federal-state healthcare program, provides essential medical and long-term care services to low-income populations, including children, pregnant women, the elderly, and individuals with disabilities.…
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POLK COUNTY, Fla. – AdventHealth physicians and the Bond Clinic are teaming up with 10 high schools in East Polk County to provide free annual sports physicals to hundreds of student-athletes to make sure they are fit and healthy to participate in their upcoming sports…
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An administrative law judge Friday recommended revoking the license of a Wildwood group home where police found a woman with disabilities tied to a pole in November 2022. Judge W. David Watkins issued a 33-page ruling that backed a move by the state Agency for…
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