Seniors make up a significant percentage of our population here in Central Florida. In fact, the Sunshine State has the second highest number of people older than 65, surpassed only by California. As of 2021, 4.6 million seniors called Florida home. If we’re being honest, that number is probably a lot higher now considering the […]
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Concerns over nursing shortages are nothing new. In fact, shortages have been a recurring dilemma since the 1970s. But recent changes are underscoring the need to identify workable solutions. Polk County’s population influx has hit a fevered pitch. According to the latest Census data, more people moved to Polk County than any other county in
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The Pets & Your Health edition of Central Florida Health News is by far one of my favorites to produce. Our team here adores their fur-babies, so we jump at any chance to share the joys and benefits they bring. We asked our staff and readers to share photos of their pets with us, and
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For centuries, humans have found companionship in animals. The relationships forged with our pets — whether they’re dogs and cats or turtles and horses — serve an important purpose for many of us. The benefits don’t end at companionship and affection. Pets can also be beneficial to your health! Walking and playing with pets can
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by JENNIFER GOODSON, MA, LMHC Go with me on a journey … The air was dark and damp, and perspiration slipped from my brow as I found myself in a dark room without an exit and freezing temperatures. Contrary to these conditions, my body was burning … my heart was racing. Fear was present; its
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Pets bring a lot of joy to our lives, but some people can be allergic to fur-babies. Unfortunately, those allergies keep many from being pet owners and even have some believing they need to get rid of a pet. Luckily, there are numerous ways to live in harmony with a pet if you have non-life-threatening
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by RYAN MILEJCZAKSponsored by Central Florida Health Care Proper nutrition is essential all year long, but in March, we observe National Nutrition Month and give it special focus. Healthy eating is an important topic, and most people want to eat healthy. In fact, according to one study, 93% of people surveyed said they want to
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Rescue Organization’s Therapy Dogs Lend a Loving Paw in Central Florida by K. MICHELE TRICE If you have ever seen a golden retriever, Labrador retriever, or similar dog serving as a therapy dog working hard to lift spirits and ease anxiety at an event in Central Florida, there’s a good chance that dog was working
A Journey Through MS and Advocacy by REBEKAH PIERCE Ask Yolanda Davis her grounding philosophy on life, and she’ll tell you, “Be the light that lights another light.” Ask anybody around her whether she actually exemplifies that philosophy, and they’ll likely tell you, quite emphatically, “Yes!” She’s a force of nature, an unstoppable spirit with
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K9s for Cops Program Helps Fund Polk County Sheriff’s Office K9s by PAUL CATALA On Sept. 28, 2006, Polk County Sheriff’s Deputy Matt Williams and his partner, K9 DiOGi, were killed in the line of duty while pursuing a driver who had fled from a traffic stop. It was that dedication to law enforcement, the
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