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Pop Quiz: Is your home fall-proof?

Falling is the most common cause of household injuries. It is especially dangerous for older...

What poses a greater threat to your health than Ebola?

The chances of catching the West African-born virus versus the threat of the flu and...

Partnering with patients and the community in prevention

Dr. Wickstrom-Hill on an integrative approach to medicine and the First Responders Challenge As a...

Workplace wellness for today’s modern workforce

How wellness programs can benefit both the employer and employees Company wellness programs don’t just...

People who count in an Emergency

In an environment where every minute counts, and vital decisions are made in seconds that...

When knowledge is more than power

Citizen CPR event and health fair provides training that can help save a life CPR...

Pop Quiz: Pedestrian rules of the Road

Test Your Knowledge of Pedestrian Safety and Prevent a Fatal Injury or Death! Polk County...

Knowing whether or not to call 9-1-1

Recognizing an emergency versus non-emergency and how to get help Imagine this— it is 11...

Local Health Update: All eyes on Amendment 2

Public forum on medical marijuana brings cheers and boos The Public Forum on Medical Marijuana...

Pop Quiz: The reality of breast cancer in men

Test your knowledge and be prepared to prevent and detect Breast cancer awareness is generally...

How three fingers helped save my life

Jerri Huntt’s self-breast exam that changed everything Like many women, Jerri Huntt was skeptical. She...

Local Chat and Chew now offered after hours

Community volunteer organization creates new event to help put willpower back in your diet With...

Beyond Breast Cancer Awareness

A look at prevention 365 days a year It’s time to lavish your pink frocks...

Affordable Care Act Update

Many Polk County residents are continuing to rely on free healthcare clinics, despite health insurance...

Pop Quiz: What’s your Medicare IQ?

A Test that Will Help You Get Smarter About Your Coverage For youngsters, autumn means...

Approaching health care with dignity, concern, and compassion

How the Central Florida Physician’s Alliance Serves Patients Spending more time in the waiting room...

Bringing hunger awareness to the table

The staggering facts on food insecurity among our fellow neighbors September and Hunger Awareness Month...

Davenport teacher named NFL Play 60 champion

Changing the way kids think about physical education and their health Susan Searls, a physical...

Pop Quiz: Are you a ‘good’ patient?

Find Out if You Make the Grade, and Learn Some Tips along the Way It’s...

Q & A: What it takes to work on the front lines of patient care

Paula Miller talks about the challenges and rewards of being a nurse There to get...

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