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A year after Florida’s six-week abortion ban took effect, midwives are still adapting to changing political attitudes concerning reproductive health care.
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Most athletes use animal products as major sources of protein, which is a necessary component for muscle growth and repair. John Thomas turned instead to plant-based alternatives like tofu, soy and tempeh. He soon realized he could still build muscles without relying on meat.
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Healthy women with extra breast milk can help medically fragile babies by donating to the Mothers’ Milk Bank of Florida.
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Data from the CDC shows 31 utilities in Florida had annual average fluoride levels that were approximately half the CDC’s recommended level or less for at least a year. Experts say these levels are so low, it’s likely the utilities weren’t adding any additional fluoride to meet the CDC’s recommendation, leaving communities with sub-optimal levels of fluoride to fight tooth decay and cavities.
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This episode features Florida Voices for Health, a coalition of community organizations, businesses, and individuals working to create a health care system that works for every Floridian.
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SB 391, which passed in 2023, allows parents and caregivers of children with chronic and complex medical needs to be paid a salary to care for that child. However, it is almost impossible for a parent to be enrolled in the program without losing their Medicaid eligibility, linked to the new income.
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The Super Bowl is right around the corner, and while it can bring friends and family together, it can also be an outlet for addiction.
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People with unneeded prescription medication can dispose of it on Saturday at collection sites across Florida under a program organized by the Drug Enforcement Administration. Three drop-off locations in Alachua County will be open to the public.
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Alachua County works with the Alzheimer’s Association to provide de-escalation training to officers, prevent aggression
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Nationwide overdose deaths have declined. That's according to NPR. But, how is Florida faring in the opioid crisis? WUFT’s Sofia Zarran has more.
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He ended up at a VA Medical Center in Gainesville seeking a voluntary stay for mental health treatment. Instead, he was involuntarily held under Florida’s Baker Act.