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755,000 kids didn’t have enough food during past two summers, report finds
The report published Monday urges state lawmakers to opt into SUN Bucks, a federal summer program that gives low-income families financial assistance for food.
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By Jackie Llanos, Florida Phoenix
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1/20/25
Jessica M. Rodriguez, champion of health and community, appointed Orange County Medical Clinic Manager
Rodriguez will strive to accomplish these goals through increased community outreach, collaborative partnerships, and grants to expand services and comprehensive care through preventative measures.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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1/20/25
City announces groundbreaking for new inclusive playground at the Northwest Recreation Complex
The ceremony will take place on the south end of the Northwest Recreation Complex between the baseball fields and Wolf Lake Middle School.
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From the City of Apopka
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1/16/25
The mythology of extracting wisdom teeth
Wisdom teeth are just your third molars. They are just the last tooth to erupt, and often, our mouths do not have enough space to accommodate them. They are no different than the rest of your teeth.
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By Dr. Andre Baptiste, Baptiste Orthodontics
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1/15/25
Orange and Seminole Counties see historic decline in overdose deaths
While encouraging, leaders caution against complacency. Overdose deaths remain two to three times higher than a decade ago, fueled by the rise of fentanyl.
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From the Seminole County Sheriff's Office
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1/13/25
Federal officials warn Florida over KidCare battle
Florida KidCare is a Medicaid expansion program for children aged 5-18 whose families earn too much to qualify for the traditional Medicaid program.
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By Christine Sexton, Florida Phoenix
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1/12/25
Want to quit vaping this year? Here’s what the evidence shows so far about effective strategies
On Jan. 8, 2025, a team of specialists on tobacco use and health policy published a report that draws together the available scientific evidence on how best to support people to quit vaping nicotine.
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By Jamie Hartmann-Boyce, UMass Amherst; Ailsa R Butler, University of Oxford, and Nicola Lindson, University of Oxford
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1/9/25
Florida leads the nation (again) in Obamacare enrollment
Nationally, CMS reports that 23.6 million people enrolled for 2025 coverage, including 3.2 million new consumers. Total enrollment is record-breaking, CMS said in a statement.
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By Christine Sexton, Florida Phoenix
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1/8/25
Cold weather conditions keep shelters in Apopka and Orange County open
With forecasts predicting potential bouts of chilly conditions, these shelters are crucial in ensuring that vulnerable residents have access to a safe refuge.
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From the Orange County Newsroom, The City of Apopka, and Staff Reports
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1/7/25
DOH-Orange recognizes National Radon Action Month
January is National Radon Action Month, and the Florida Department of Health in Orange County encourages residents to protect their homes and families from radon exposure.
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From the Department of Health/Orange County
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1/6/25
Report: 18 of 20 surveyed adult day care centers weren't compliant
The state said that at least 12 of the centers scrutinized were impacted by the devastation of Category 4 Hurricane Ian in September 2022.
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By Steve Wilson, The Center Square
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1/5/25
This year, Florida community health centers took on more than medicine
The back-to-back blows of Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton left the region reeling, testing the resilience and adaptability of healthcare providers.
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By Trimmel Gomes, Florida News Connection
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1/1/25
Keeping kids safe... one cone at a time
Despite being sheathed in reflective gear and stationed in what should be the safest part of the street, Streetsblog reported that as many as 73 crossing guards were struck between 2012 and 2022 in New York City.
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By Asia Mieleszko, Strong Towns
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1/1/25
Transform the daily grind to make life more interesting
While you may not be able to escape the grind, you can transform it. The latest psychological research on the good life points the way. Shifting your mindset can make your day-to-day more interesting and create psychological richness within your life.
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By Lorraine Besser, Middlebury
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12/31/24
Camping ban enforcement in Maine highlights patchwork of solutions to homelessness
Advocates both believe homeless shelters can be a short-term solution to enforcing the camping ban since most agree that being outside, especially in Maine winters, is the worst-case scenario.
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By Eesha Pendharkar, Florida Phoenix
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12/30/24
How to increase your chances of sticking with your resolutions
People often have not explored their reasons for changing or how ready they are. They also may not have come up with a plan. They may not realize how hard it is to change their behavior.
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By Camilla Nonterah, University of Richmond
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12/29/24
Oregon advocates see overreach in local camping restrictions for homeless after court ruling
As homelessness becomes more political, rhetoric during elections conflates homelessness with crime, leading candidates to promise to get tough on the issue.
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Ben Botkin, Florida Phoenix
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12/29/24
Breaking News: DOH issues Blue-Green Algae Alert for Lake Apopka - Newton Park
Recent lab results from a sample collected on Lake Ola indicate the continued presence of trace amounts algae toxins in the water column. As a result, Lake Ola will continue to be closely monitored.
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From Staff Reports
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12/27/24
The best way to follow through on your New Year’s resolution? Make an ‘old year’s resolution’
If research on habit change is any indication, only about half of New Year’s resolutions are likely to make it out of January, much less last a lifetime.
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By Mark Canada, Indiana University Kokomo and Christina Downey, Indiana University
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12/25/24
Parents and caregivers: How to stop feeling like a Grinch and be more present with your kids this holiday season
In the real world, parents are juggling more activities than candles on the menorah after eight nights of Hanukkah.
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By Julia Felton, and Crystal Cederna, Michigan State University
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12/24/24
The Above and Beyond Pregnancy Center in Apopka receives large donation from local nonprofits
"We are so thankful to St Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Apopka, and the Knights of Columbus who just did a 'daily bread' bank drive and raised $5,000 for us, plus donated close to $6,000-worth of brand new baby items."
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From the Above & Beyond Pregnancy Center
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12/23/24
Child labor in agriculture: A growing concern in Florida
While you can start working a regular job at 14, the Fair Labor Standards Act prohibits youth under 18 from working hazardous jobs. That is, except in one industry: agriculture, where you can work at 16.
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By Dawn Attride, Sentient through Florida News Connection
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12/19/24
Sweet potatoes: The nutritious star of the holiday table
Florida’s sweet potato varieties generally come from Central and North Florida, and different potatoes are best used in specific types of recipes, but they all share the same nutritious profile.
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From UF/IFAS
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12/18/24
DOH-Orange encourages a safe 2024 holiday season
From traveling to decorating and cooking, the holidays are a time for family and friends to come together and celebrate. DOH-Orange advises everyone to follow these tips to ensure their safety.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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12/17/24
Serving those who served
More than 71,000 veterans call Orange County home, and Veterans Services serves approximately 5,000 clients per year, including veterans and their dependents.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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12/17/24
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