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Homelessness is on the rise across the U.S.
Homeless service providers could help more people overcome homelessness if they measured success differently
Homelessness has many complex causes, including unemployment, housing affordability, and health problems. more
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IMMOKALEE, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 19: Workers pick tomatoes at a farm owned and operated by Pacific Tomato Growers on February 19, 2021 in Immokalee, Florida.
Florida has the highest rate of heat-related illnesses, a new report finds
Over the past four years, Florida has had the highest rate of emergency room visits because of heat-related problems, with almost 5,000 hospitalizations between 2018 and 2022, according to the report. more
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Researchers are gaining key insights into how the SARS-CoV-2 virus can lead to long COVID symptoms.
Long COVID puzzle pieces are falling into place – the picture is unsettling
The intense scientific effort that long COVID sparked has resulted in more than 24,000 scientific publications, making it the most researched health condition in any four years of recorded human history. Researchers are gaining key insights into the ways that the SARS-CoV-2 virus can lead to long … more
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The people who feed America are going hungry 
The 2.4 million or so farmworkers who are the backbone of America’s agricultural industry earn among the lowest wages in the country. more
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The first two weeks of practice are the hardest as the body acclimatizes.
Sports in extreme heat: How high school athletes can safely prepare for the start of practice, and the warning signs of heat illness
Studies have found that the greatest risk of heat illness occurs in the first two weeks of team practices, while players’ bodies are still getting used to the physical exertion and the heat. more
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One million Floridians have been disenrolled from Medicaid since 2023
The federal government asked states to provide continuous Medicaid coverage to those enrolled during the COVID-19 pandemic, even if their circumstances changed, making them ineligible for coverage. more
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A health care worker providing care to a patient.
CDC: More than 1 million Floridians couldn’t afford to see a doctor in 2022
The data for 2022, the latest available, put Florida among the states with the highest rates of people who skipped medical visits because of high costs. more
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Power through July, aka National Blueberry Month
It’s important to consume a variety of colors of fruits and vegetables to help you get a rainbow of nutrients, but if you don’t already have blueberries in your diet, you're missing out. more
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The heat is on… stay safe!
With prolonged exposure to extreme heat, your body is more at risk for experiencing heat exhaustion or heat stroke. more
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DOH-Orange hosting free Back-to-School immunization events
Hosted in partnership with OCPS, the free immunization events are for OCPS students and children (4 to 18 years) entering, attending, or transferring to Florida schools. more
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Your child's best school year starts with their best smile
When our children are overly conscious of their smile, it creates unseen stressors on their mental health and overall well-being, which can be difficult to talk about with parents and family. more
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Cultivated chicken being prepared in Miami at Upside Foods “Freedom of Food” pop-up event on June 27, 2024.
Selling lab-grown meat in Florida could now get you jailed
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed the law (SB 1084) on May 1st, and it went into effect last week, making the Sunshine State the first in the nation to ban lab-grown meat. more
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Angela Dumala speaking at a press conference in Tampa on March 27, 2024.
The build-up begins to get Medicaid expansion on the ballot in Florida
Medicaid provides medical coverage to low-income individuals and families whose costs are shared between the state and federal governments. more
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The University of Florida Health's The Villages Hospital is in the Villages.
Report says accessibility of health care services can be a struggle in Florida
According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, social determinants of health are environmental factors that can impact individuals' health outcomes. more
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Join the UF/IFAS Private Well and Septic System Webinar Series
Are you curious about private wells and septic systems? Are you a homeowner, a real estate professional, or simply interested in understanding these essential components? more
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Florida aims to build a comprehensive crisis response system
A new report by the mental health advocacy group Inseparable calls for policies to expand 988 call center capacity, increase the availability of mobile response units, create more crisis stabilization centers, and establish stable funding mechanisms to sustain the services. more
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Loved ones hold a vigil for victims of gun violence. This one was in New York City in July.
‘We will not comply’ DeSantis says of U.S. Surgeon General’s advisory on gun violence
In 2022, 48,204 people in the United States died from firearm-related injuries, including suicides, homicides, and unintentional deaths. That’s 8,000 more lost lives than in 2019. more
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When it comes to vaccines and immune health, the results aren’t too good to be true.
Boost your immune system with this centuries-old health hack: Vaccines
When it comes to vaccines and immune health, the results aren’t too good to be true. more
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Foodborne cases of Chagas disease have been associated with drinking fruit juices, such as palm wine, sugar cane or tangerine juice, that have been contaminated by the parasite T. cruzi. (Jhon Gracia – Adobe Stock)
Kissing Bugs: Foodborne Chagas disease causes severe symptoms and may be more common than we think
Kissing bugs carry the parasite that causes Chagas disease. They can infect people by biting and contaminating food and drinks with infected feces. more
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Harvesting Health: Medicinal plants for the Central Florida garden
In the new medicinal garden at UF/IFAS Extension in Orange County, the interplay between horticulture and health takes center stage! more
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Agricultural safety center, UF/IFAS release heat-related illness toolkit 
A heat safety plan template helps organizations adopt procedures for monitoring the heat index, for providing hydration and for training staff. more
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Taking precautions against outdoor pathogens can keep you from getting sidelined over the summer.
Summertime can be germy: A microbiologist explains how to avoid getting sick at the barbecue, in the pool or on the trail
It is important to pay attention to local news reporting outbreaks of infectious agents in your area or travel destination. With these precautions in mind, you’re sure to have a terrific time, uninterrupted by the germs of summer. more
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Exposure to PFAS during pregnancy can lead to a child’s low birth weight and accelerated puberty.
PFAS are toxic ‘forever chemicals’ that linger in our air, water, soil and bodies – here’s how to keep them out of your drinking water
Dr. Jessica Ray, assistant professor of civil and environmental engineering at the University of Washington, explains what PFAS are, how scientists are trying to remove them from the environment, and what you can do to reduce the impact of PFAS on your own health. Exposure to PFAS … more
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Florida-grown cucumbers recalled after salmonella outbreak
The recalled cucumbers are dark green, approximately 1.5-2.0 inches in diameter, and 5-9 inches long. Mini cucumbers and English cucumbers are not included in this recall. more
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911 Emergency services in Florida responding to more calls over heat-related incidents
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration reported 146 broken temperature records in Florida in the past month. The temperature rose to 100 degrees Fahrenheit on May 20th in Homestead, one of the state’s major agricultural areas. more
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