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Hundreds participate in ‘Walk to Cure Arthritis’ to help …

WebAlexis Sandler (Courtesy of family). Alexis Sandler is 12 years old. For the last five years, she’s been suffering from arthritis. “Sometimes it is hard when I want to …

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US officials warn of increase in bacterial illnesses that

WebNEW YORK – U.S. health officials are warning of an increase in rare bacterial illnesses than can lead to meningitis and possible death. The Centers for …

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‘Everything has a potential risk’: Largest COVID-19 study finds link

WebThe latest COVID-19 vaccine study is providing answers to one of the most asked questions since the vaccines were introduced: How will this impact my health?

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Local hospital safety grades: 7 area hospitals get A’s, 4

WebIf you need help with the Public File, call (713) 778-4745. At WJXT, we are committed to informing and delighting our audience. In our commitment to covering our …

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COVID, flu, RSV: ‘All the hospitals are just packed right

WebUF Health, Baptist Health, Ascension St. Vincent’s, Memorial Hospital and Orange Park Medical are all dealing with patients suffering from the flu, COVID, or …

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The Duval County infant mortality rate is higher than the …

WebJACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Jacksonville City Council approved an initiative Tuesday night that aims to improve local rates of infant mortality by providing $250,000 …

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Women see greater benefits from exercise, study finds

WebA new study, involving more than 400,000 people, found women tend to see greater benefits from aerobic exercise than men. Specifically, when it comes to heart …

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National Eating Disorders Awareness Week sheds light on …

WebJACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Sunday marked the last day of National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, but health officials say lifesaving information should be …

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Local cancer expert explains ‘preventative chemo’ after

WebWhat we do know is that after much speculation Her Royal Highness posted a video message after abdominal surgery and said that post-operation test results …

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More doctors can prescribe a leading addiction treatment …

WebThe researchers used a database that captures 92% of filled prescriptions. Comparing 2022 and 2023, before and after the waiver was eliminated, they found …

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How pollution can impact your lungs

WebPoor air quality can take a toll on our lungs and overall health. Dr. Maeve MacMurdo, a pulmonologist with Cleveland Clinic, explains why it’s important to pay …

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Waking up at the same time every night

WebWhether it’s midnight or 3 a.m., a sleep expert weighed in on why you might be seeing the same time on the clock again and again. “It might be that over time your brain and body have become

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Mental health survey: St. Johns County wants to know how

WebThere’s one survey for adults and one for children 10 to 17. They ask questions like: “In the last 12 months, did you put off, cancel, or neglect seeking services …

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Supreme Court to consider when doctors can provide emergency …

WebThe Supreme Court is considering a case that will determine when doctors can provide abortions during medical emergencies in states with bans enacted after the high …

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Brooks Rehab opens newest 60-bed facility in Bartram area

WebNew Brooks Rehabilitation Center now open. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Bartram is now home to a new rehab facility focused on the innovation of technology. For more than a year and a half -- drivers

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Consumer Reports: Medical screening tests you do and don't …

WebThat cost consumers and their insurers an estimated $282 million for the year. Most of the overuse was due to 11 services, eight of them screening tests. About $40 million alone went for annual

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Medical care and supplies are scarce as gang violence chokes

WebHe said the health crisis is worsening. It is difficult to find basic medications including antibiotics and antidiarrheals since gang violence has shuttered suppliers. The …

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Community invited to ‘Drug Take Back Day’ events to dispose of …

WebThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, in partnership with Mayo Clinic and UF Health, will participate in two “Prescription Drug Take Back Day” events Saturday.

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Following death sentence for deputy’s killer, Army veteran

WebAn Army veteran who took the stand during the sentencing trial for Patrick McDowell said that veterans need to know its OK to come forward about their mental …

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WebWatch newscasts from WJXT Channel 4 The Local Station and live camera feeds of Jacksonville, Florida, on News4JAX.com.

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A top Qatari official urges Israel and Hamas to do more to reach a

WebA senior Qatari official has urged both Israel and Hamas to show “more commitment and more seriousness” in cease-fire negotiations.

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Have you heard the one about Trump

WebThe jokes are the latest attempt to crack the code on how to clap back at Trump, whose own insult comedy schtick has redrawn the boundaries of what is …

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