As more Baby Boomers approach or exceed age 65, they are at increased risk for Alzheimer’s disease...
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By Dr. Joel Cashette
Chief Medical Officer UnitedHealthcare Medicare and Retirement | 6/18/24 |
Many people do not know what they should do when dealing with a panic attack, here are eight easy steps a person...
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By Stan Popovich
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6/18/24
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Mark your calendars, everyone! Ensure you have the Healthy Start Annual Meeting on Wednesday, June 26...
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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6/18/24
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No one knows how Horatio Leon, Jr., fell off a Chicago sidewalk into Lake Michigan in 2018, ...
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By C. M. Schmidlkofer
Hendry County News | 6/14/24 |
The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in 12 Florida counties may receive...
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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6/14/24
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In a state known for year-round water activities, it seems ironic that Florida leads the ...
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By C. M. Schmidlkofer
Hendry County News | 6/14/24 |
Menthol can be great when added to things like candies or chewing gum, but when smoked can prove deadly.
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By Maricela Rubio
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6/12/24
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Studies show flavorings like menthol make it easier to start smoking and harder to quit...
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By Brandi Flaschner
Member of Tobacco Free Partnership of Okeechobee | 6/12/24 |
You may be surprised to learn that higher SPF does not always mean better protection.
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By Danielle Madril
Chief Medical Officer UnitedHealthcare | 6/11/24 |
The Department of Health in Clewiston, 1100 S. Olympia St., will provided free and confidential HIV testing...
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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6/11/24
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The Department of Health in LaBelle, 1140 Pratt Blvd., will provided free and confidential HIV testing
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Special to Caloosa Belle Independent
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6/11/24
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The Department of Health in Moore Haven, 1021 Health Park Drive, will provided free and confidential HIV testing...
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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6/11/24
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WEST PALM BEACH — The Health Care District of Palm Beach County proudly announces the addition of two distinguished healthcare leaders and the promotion of three other veteran leaders. Each …
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News from Health Care District of Palm Beach County
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6/10/24
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Men’s Health Month is a time to raise awareness and educate men, boys and their loved ones about their health...
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By Healthy Humans Hendry-Glades
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6/10/24
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The carefree days of summer without school and schedules beckon children to go outside.
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By Dr. Adele de Vera
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6/5/24
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The need for youth to speak up and make their voices heard about the issues they care...
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By Mariah Mottley
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6/4/24
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Summer is here and so are the high temperatures that can cause heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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6/3/24
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Men in the Glades Region are encouraged to take charge of their health by attending a free Male Empowerment...
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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5/30/24
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In Florida, it is estimated that over 2.8 million adults are living with a mental health condition.
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By Healthy Humans Hendry-Glades
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5/28/24
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Alzheimer Association hosts virtual support groups and discussions about important topics.
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Special to Lake Okeechobee News
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5/28/24
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