BRADENTON, Fla. – Florida, a state known for its sunshine and beaches, is also grappling with a serious issue: drug addiction. The opioid crisis has hit the state hard, with overdose deaths on the rise. However, there’s a growing network of drug treatment centers across…
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Three New Human Cases Of H5 Bird Flu Confirmed In Colorado Poultry Workers: CDC
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed three new cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A(H5), commonly known as “H5 bird flu,” among poultry workers in Northeast Colorado/Weld County. This follows a previously announced presumptive positive case on July 20. These…
Read More Three New Human Cases Of H5 Bird Flu Confirmed In Colorado Poultry Workers: CDCThird Rabies Case Confirmed In Polk County For 2024
WINTER HAVEN. Fla. – Polk County has recorded its third rabies case of the year after a cat in Winter Haven tested positive for the virus. The incident occurred on Friday, July 19th, when a cat owner was bitten and scratched while separating his two…
Read More Third Rabies Case Confirmed In Polk County For 2024Florida Surpasses 3,000 COVID-19 Deaths In 2024
With 2024 just past the halfway mark, Florida has tragically exceeded 3,000 resident deaths linked to COVID-19, according to data from the Florida Department of Health. The official count stands at 3,002 deaths as of July 23rd. While this figure is concerning, it reflects a…
Read More Florida Surpasses 3,000 COVID-19 Deaths In 2024Get Active And Compete In The 2024 Hillsborough County Active Life Games
The Hillsborough County Active Life Games are back, providing adults aged 50 and older a fun and competitive way to stay fit and engaged. This Olympics-style competition, organized by Hillsborough County Parks & Recreation, features a wide range of events to suit all skill levels…
Read More Get Active And Compete In The 2024 Hillsborough County Active Life GamesWater Quality Advisories Issued For Hillsborough County Beaches And Lake Thonotosassa
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla – The Florida Department of Health in Hillsborough County (DOH-Hillsborough) has issued water quality advisories for several locations due to elevated bacteria levels and the presence of harmful blue-green algae. Beach Advisories: Read: Hillsborough Deputies: Kidnapped Woman Found Safe In Largo After…
Read More Water Quality Advisories Issued For Hillsborough County Beaches And Lake ThonotosassaChoose The Right Luxury Rehab Center With This Checklist
Recovery from substance abuse is not an easy journey and involves a lot of hardships and failure. So, you are mistaken if you think you can enroll in any rehabilitation center for a quick and seamless recovery. Finding the right rehab center has a big…
Read More Choose The Right Luxury Rehab Center With This Checklist10 Tips For Successfully Transitioning Into A Sober Living Program
The day you enter a sober living program is a significant one: it’s the moment you choose to take control of your life, leave old patterns behind, and start building a brighter future. However, before you decide to choose the right program, there are a…
Read More 10 Tips For Successfully Transitioning Into A Sober Living ProgramRelapse Doesn’t Mean Failure, Here’s How To Get Back On Track
For some, relapse is a scary term that often means shame and a sense of defeat. But honestly, it’s a common occurrence in the journey of addiction history. Statistics show that between 40-60% of people in recovery will experience a relapse at some point. So,…
Read More Relapse Doesn’t Mean Failure, Here’s How To Get Back On TrackFlorida Medicaid Expansion Effort Gets $250K Boost, Aims For 2026 Ballot
Florida Decides Healthcare, a political committee aiming to expand Medicaid eligibility in the state, received a $250,000 contribution from the Gulf Coast Community Foundation this month. The committee is pushing for a constitutional amendment on the 2026 ballot that would require the state to provide…
Read More Florida Medicaid Expansion Effort Gets $250K Boost, Aims For 2026 Ballot