Audra Peoples watched as her grandfather slowly lost his ability to take care of himself due to dementia. Now, years after his passing, she is managing a walk to help cure and support others suffering from this disease. The Alzheimer’s Association is hosting the “Walk to End Alzheimer’s” at 9 …
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The statewide average food insecurity rate is 12%. Most north central Florida counties surpass that threshold.
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Young children traded in toys and recess for masks and social distancing. The CDC recommends children between the ages of two and 12 wear masks in public spaces. It also suggests kids wear masks around people who are not in their household.
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The Langley Mobile Dental Unit provides care without barriers to Marion County residents.
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Alachua County Fire Rescue is now the proud owner of three Lund University Cardiopulmonary Assist Systems (LUCAS), life-saving devices that can apply nonstop mechanical chest compressions to cardiac arrest victims.
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Over 500 marches nationwide took place Saturday in the wake of recent anti-abortion legislation in Mississippi and Texas. In Gainesville, hundreds of protesters took to the streets while Florida looks to soon face a similar anti-abortion law.
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Several counties in the region have told the state they want a share of funds dispersed in a national lawsuit against pharmaceutical companies responsible for producing, distributing and advertising opioids.
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As flu season approaches, it can be difficult to differentiate flu or coronavirus symptoms from seasonal allergies. A local nurse practitioner shares tips on detecting different symptoms and how you can stay healthy. Understanding Seasonal Fall Symptoms Is it allergies, a cold, the flu or Covid-19? When you wake up …
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According to the Alachua County COVID-19 Dashboard, cases have been declining for the last six weeks. Increased vaccinations are attributed to curbing the Delta variant. Medical experts say people should be watchful even with declining cases, and they report influenza is expected to make a comeback this winter, putting those who …
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About 45 people joined via Zoom on Monday afternoon for the first session of the Alachua County Crisis Center’s annual mental wellness symposium.
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