Against the backdrop of a bright blue sky and a calm lake, the Hyper-Sub roars to life. The sleek, black vessel hums loudly from its docked position at the Lake Side Park Boat Ramp in Lake Butler, Florida. But this boat attracts crowds of adults and children because it looks …
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The Florida Department of Health this month issued a mosquito-borne illnesses advisory in Alachua County. It warned of an increase in the risk of human transmission for diseases like West Nile virus, dengue fever and malaria – and came after two chickens in the county’s sentinel flock, which is monitored for diseases through routine blood tests, tested positive for West Nile.
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Robert Domen has been at UF Health since June 30th, but now, he is finally ready to go home. After contracting COVID-19, Domen, an active-duty marine, needed intensive care because of the extensive damage done to his lungs. Through the efforts of health care workers, the perseverance of Domen and …
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After being diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome and light sensitivity, everyday tasks became increasingly difficult for Navy veteran Mary Sue Mistler. That was until she started The North Florida South Georgia Veterans Health System’s Aquatic Therapy Program.
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COVID-19 positivity rates continue to decrease in Alachua and Marion counties. The holiday season brings new concerns. Testing site coordinator Kathy Hall said, “I do expect to see an increase in that positivity rate for sure.”
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A northeast Florida woman wants to make sure veterans get the help they need after serving their country. According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, there are 1,583,697 veterans in Florida. The National Office was unavailable. The local VA was unable to comment today.
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The drug has reached a new prevalence during the pandemic.
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Alachua County residents will now be able to dial '988' for the National Suicide Prevention Hotline. A past number required 10 digit to dial.
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Best known for its extravagant tailgates, the game is nationally recognized as the “world’s largest cocktail party.”
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In this episode of The Lede, we take a look at students who are gaining an understanding of local civic duties, we speak with an expert about COVID-19 virus cases declining and we bring you the first installment of The Slap Shot.
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