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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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Men’s health: Five things to know
Taking control of your health will pave the way for a vibrant and fulfilling life. Remember, investing in your health today will pay dividends for many years. more
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Unpacking Veteran Support Services: What's Available in Our Community
Here are just a couple of examples - focusing on employment and mental health - which show what’s out there for veterans who need a helping hand. more
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UF study shows orange peel extract may improve heart health
The orange peel finding is significant because 5 million tons of orange peels are produced yearly in orange juice production nationwide. Nearly 95% of Florida oranges are used for juice. more
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Older adults face health risks from high heat for many reasons, including medications.
Heat waves can be deadly for older adults: An aging global population and rising temperatures mean millions are at risk
Extreme heat worsens common age-related health conditions such as heart, lung, and kidney disease and can cause delirium. Older people don’t sweat as much as younger people, which makes it harder for their bodies to cool down when temperatures spike. more
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Jackson Quinn brings PFAS water samples into a temperature controlled room, Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency lab in Cincinnati. The Environmental Protection Agency on Wednesday announced its first-ever limits for several common types of PFAS, the so-called "forever chemicals," in drinking water.
States need to keep PFAS 'forever chemicals' out of the water
The EPA issued new standards last month for PFAS levels in drinking water. The standards give water systems three years to conduct testing and another two years to install treatment systems if contaminants are detected. more
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An infant in Fayetteville, Ga., receives one of several routine vaccinations typically required for children entering K-12 schools. On the heels of the COVID-19 pandemic and with growing skepticism around vaccinations and government requirements, some state lawmakers want to end state vaccine mandates for children.
As states loosen childhood vaccine requirements, health experts’ worries grow
Vaccines protect not only the patient but also those around them. Science has shown that a population can reach community immunity once a certain percentage of the group is vaccinated. more
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Delay in Florida Medicaid trial raises stakes for hundreds of thousands
Florida's trial on Medicaid eligibility, resulting in 1.8 million people losing coverage, has been indefinitely postponed because the judge overseeing the case had a death in her family. more
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Cannabis – also known as marijuana – is an ancient medicinal plant with promising new medical applications.
How cannabis and psilocybin might help some of the 50 million Americans who are experiencing chronic pain
Cannabis, also known as marijuana, is an ancient medicinal plant. Cannabis-based medicines have been used for at least 5,000 years for applications such as arthritis and pain control during and after surgery. more
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A wake-up call in the fight against hunger
While other metrics show Florida is getting “back to normal” from a business standpoint, statistics on hunger are grim. more
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How does the VA support veterans 65 and older?
Census Bureau data shows that in 2021, nearly half of U.S. veterans were 65 years or older, compared to about 17% of the general population. more
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The Community Health Center in Apopka is located at 225 East 7th Street.
Florida's Community Health Centers step up as Walmart closes rural healthcare services
Community Health Centers are in all of Florida's 67 counties, serving patients in more than 800 locations - including Apopka, and dozens of mobile units and school-based sites statewide. more
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In participating states, low-income families will receive $40 each month for each eligible school-aged child, up to $120, to buy groceries, beginning in the summer of 2024.
Advocacy groups urge Florida to apply for 2025 summer meal programs for low-income kids
While Florida was one of 15 states that opted out of the Summer EBT program this year, according to the department's guidelines, state officials have until August 15th to notify the U.S. Department of Agriculture whether Florida will participate in the summer of 2025. more
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DOH-Orange highlights National Water Safety Month
Florida offers countless opportunities to enjoy water recreation in pools, lakes, and other surrounding bodies of water. That is why water safety is critical. more
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AdventHealth Apopka debuts $26.3 million expansion 
This new floor will address the increasing demand for complex care within the community. The 30,230-square-foot expansion adds 38 inpatient beds, including cardiovascular progressive care beds and four dialysis bays.   more
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Many of today’s cannabis products barely resemble the ‘weed’ that most middle-aged adults grew up with.
Cannabis legalization has led to a boom in potent forms of the drug that present new hazards for adolescents
Arguments are for and against increasing the legalization of cannabis for adult use in the U.S., but expanded access to legal cannabis may also have unintended consequences for adolescents. more
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PFAS are showing up in water systems across the U.S.
Removing PFAS from public water systems will cost billions and take time – here are ways you can filter out harmful ‘forever chemicals’ at home
Under the new EPA rules, public water systems have until 2027 to complete monitoring for PFAS and provide publicly available data. more
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Planet Fitness coming to Apopka
Planet Fitness has firmly established itself as a top choice for those in search of a comfortable yet effective workout experience. more
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A farmworker in Immokalee harvests tomatoes.
Dozens of groups call on DeSantis to veto bill denying heat protections for outdoor workers
he groups have penned two separate letters in recent days to the governor, who received the bill (HB 433) on Tuesday from the Legislature. more
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Florida Blue Foundation announces 2024 Food Security Grant
Research has shown that when people have reliable access to fresh, local foods, they are more likely to make healthier choices, leading to better health outcomes.  more
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The Culinary Health Institute on the 4Roots Farm Campus in the Orlando Packing District.
4Roots joins partners to establish Culinary Health Institute
In collaboration with founding partners AdventHealth, Florida Blue Foundation, and Gordon Food Service, CHI strives to understand how different growing methods impact nutrient quality and how consuming high-nutrient-quality foods can impact chronic illness.  more
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