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IRC Health Dept. sends emergency alert for flu

WEBThe memo sent to emergency management to go out to the public read: The Florida Department of Health in Indian River is reporting a sharp increase in flu activity …

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Palm Beach State College, hospitals tackle medical worker …

WEBPalm Beach State College Dean of Health Sciences Edward Willey talks about how there is demand for programs at the college. Several industry leaders in …

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Palm Beach Co. vaccine appointment hotline 'overwhelmed'

WEBDOH posted a number, 561-625-5180, on their website, but spokesman Alex Shaw later said the hotline is currently down, and they are working to resolve the …

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State releasing weekly COVID-19 data after lawsuit settlement

WEBFor the first time in 1 1/2 years, the Florida Health Department is releasing weekly COVID19 data deaths, cases and vaccinations, including listing fatalities in each …

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5 health numbers every woman should know

WEBHere is the list and the optimum number for the average healthy adult female: 1. Blood pressure 120/80. 2. Sugar level - less than 100. 3. LDL - less than 130. …

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5 health tests for women at every stage of life

WEBThese are the five tests recommended: Ages 18-39. Cervical cancer screening. PAP and HPV testing. Screening for gonorrhea and chlamydia. Screening for …

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Multiple agencies issue alerts on 'highly pathogenic avian flu

WEBMultiple U.S. agencies issued new warnings on Friday about the concerning spread of a highly pathogenic avian influenza strain that public health officials are …

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Cleveland Clinic starts Hospital Care at Home program

WEBDr. Richard Rothman, chief of medical operations for Cleveland Clinic in Florida, says a team evaluates whether a patient is eligible to participate in the new …

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Mental health training 'still a priority' in law enforcement

WEBMental health training for local law enforcement officers is a topic becoming more popular as 1 in 4 Americans are clinically mentally ill, according to the National …

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Doctor explains ways for women to combat stress

WEBNutrition, sleep management and meditation are part of the pillars of health that the doctor said can be used to combat stress. If left unchecked, stress can lead to …

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Chipotle nixes new concepts for now after closing health food

WEBOver a year after launching a restaurant concept focused on health foods, Chipotle said it is refocusing on its main brand. Earlier this year, Farmesa, Chipotle's …

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West Palm Beach opens new complex to address homelessness

WEBAccording to the National Alliance On Mental Illness, there is a critical need for affordable and permanent supportive housing for all Floridians, especially those living …

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Women’s Wellness Market in Riviera Beach offers free resources

WEBThe event will focus on heart health for all women, but it is family-friendly and men and children will also learn healthy habits. There is a special focus on mothers …

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2 new Trauma Hawk helicopters to replace air ambulances in

WEBPALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. — Two new Trauma Hawk helicopters in Palm Beach County will replace two air ambulances that have been in service since …

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Can Treasure Coast's health care system handle influx of people

WEBThe average primary care physician in Florida is paid an annual salary of $157,101, which is 40% under the national average of $217,445, according to. …

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DeSantis holds roundtable discussion on public health

WEBTALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Gov. Ron DeSantis joined a team of medical professionals for a roundtable discussion about public health Thursday morning in …

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Health care cyberattack 'likely one of the worst,' expert says

WEBUnited Healthcare was the victim of a cyberattack Feb. 21. So, how bad is the situation? "This is likely one of the worst cyberattacks on our health care system in this …

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'Freedom-based' health care clinic concerns mainstream medical

WEBIn the quiet beachside city of Venice on Florida's west coast, a new "freedom-based" health care clinic is already making waves. "I don't understand why people are …

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Closed Palm Beach School of Nursing linked to federal arrests in

WEBTwenty-five have been charged in a wire fraud scheme that created illegal licensing and employment shortcut for aspiring nurses at three now-closed schools, …

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Boaters fear health issues following blue-green algae advisory

WEBThe Palm City Bridge is one of three locations along the St. Lucie River that the Florida Health Department in Martin County has flagged for having toxic blue-green …

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FBI raids medical offices in Boca Raton

WEBand last updated 3:49 PM, Nov 29, 2016. Only Contact 5 cameras caught the FBI raiding a Boca Raton office Tuesday. Law enforcement sources tell Contact 5 …

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'Harmful' blue-green algae found in Martin County waterways

WEBThe Florida Department of Health in Martin County said blue-green algal toxins were found in the St. Lucie Canal at the 96th Street Bridge, the St. Lucie River at …

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