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Category Archives: Health and Science
Millennial generation has highest levels of stress and anxiety, says survey
By Shaneece Dixon on February 8th, 2013 | Last updated: February 8, 2013 at 9:13 pm
According to a recent survey by the American Psychological Association, young adults have the highest levels of stress among Americans.
FDA to assist in Alzheimer’s treatment, others still hope for cure
By Vonecia Carswell on February 7th, 2013 | Last updated: February 7, 2013 at 8:38 pm
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a proposal Thursday to assist companies in developing new treatments for patients in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease.
Marion County announces health improvement plan after low overall ranking
By Rachel Genovese on February 4th, 2013 | Last updated: February 8, 2013 at 3:30 pm
Ranked 48th out of 67 Florida Counties for overall health, Marion County is promoting a new Community Health Improvement Plan for its residents.
Tattoo parlors face cost hurdles to comply with new Florida statutes
By Ashira Morris on February 4th, 2013 | Last updated: February 4, 2013 at 3:21 pm
After a statue went into affect a year ago, tattoo parlors in Florida are now being held to higher standards when it comes to regulation.
UF experts give advice for heart disease prevention
By Michael Cadigan on February 1st, 2013 | Last updated: February 4, 2013 at 3:30 pm
The American Heart Association’s “Wear Red Day” brings awareness to heart disease in women. Gainesville locals discuss what precautions can be taken to prevent heart disease.
Report challenges weight-loss myths
By Wade Millward on February 1st, 2013 | Last updated: February 1, 2013 at 5:27 pm
A New England Journal of Medicine report challenges popular myths and presumptions about weight loss, dieting and exercise.
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Leafy greens main cause of food poisoning
By Tondrea Haddly on January 31st, 2013 | Last updated: January 31, 2013 at 1:53 pm
A study released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that leafy greens are the main culprit behind food poisoning. This report by Tondrea Haddly highlights preventative measures to keep you safe during food preperation.
LifeSouth in need of blood type O-negative
By Samantha Shavell on January 28th, 2013 | Last updated: January 28, 2013 at 4:22 pm
LifeSouth Community Blood Centers need blood now. There is an emergency need for O-negative blood, said Galen Unold, LifeSouth’s director of donor recruitment.
Inadequate concussion awareness prompts UF and FSU research project
By Elle Newbold on January 25th, 2013 | Last updated: February 19, 2013 at 2:50 pm
University of Florida and Florida State University researchers are collaborating on Health IMPACTS, a project that collects information related to youth concussion management and health risks. The initial information is gathered from primary care practices in the Gainesville, Jacksonville, Tallahassee and Orlando areas.
Local family deals with celiac disease, seeks to raise awareness
By Samantha Taub on January 23rd, 2013 | Last updated: January 24, 2013 at 1:44 pm
Alex Goldman used to feel sick while other kids enjoyed their food. In June 2012, Alex and her father David were diagnosed with celiac disease, which causes a reaction to eating gluten.
