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Consumer Health: Flu Vaccination and Cancer

December 19, 2023 admin 0

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Mayo Clinic recommend a yearly flu vaccination for everyone 6 months and older, with rare exceptions. Vaccination is your best defense against flu. If you haven’t gotten your flu shot yet, […]

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Humana Builds on Health Equity Efforts with Investments in 24 More Community Organizations

December 19, 2023 admin 0

Louisville, Ky. – December 19, 2023 – Humana (NYSE: HUM) is making investments into 24 additional community-based organizations in multiple states, including Florida totaling $169,000 during its latest health equity grant-cycle, reinforcing Humana’s commitment to improving […]

Treating Cancer with Pills, Not Chemo

December 13, 2023 admin 0

#NNPA BLACKPRESS – CHICAGO DEFENDER — Dr. Tejas Patil, Assistant Professor of Medical Oncology at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, says biomarker testing opens the door to understanding your cancer and providing therapies that […]

Three Tips From a Dietitian on Managing Holiday Indulgences

December 8, 2023 admin 0

Whether it’s work parties, social gatherings or family get-togethers, December joins people for holidays and social events centered around plenty of food and drinks. But overindulging during the holiday season can bring unwelcome consequences. Andrea […]

Mayo Clinic in Florida Awards Grants to Local Organizations in Northeast Florida

December 1, 2023 admin 0

Mayo Clinic in Florida is committed to supporting the health of the community by investing in programs and initiatives designed to improve the well-being of local and regional residents. The organization’s community relations activities demonstrate ongoing […]

Florida Blue Celebrates 10 Years of Northside Health Care

November 22, 2023 admin 0

The Florida Blue Center located at River City Marketplace, welcomed hundreds to the center’s 10 year of service celebration. The event included refreshments, giveaways, airbrush tattoos and other crafting stations. The service center has professional […]

Homing in on the Importance of Diversity in Research

November 2, 2023 admin 0

Minerva Carrasquillo, Ph.D., a neurogeneticist at Mayo Clinic in Florida, shares a snapshot of her current research and why she believes fostering diversity in research is critical. What is your research focus and what are you working […]

From Social Rhetoric to the Renaissance of Social Workers: Transforming People, Policies, and Communities

October 26, 2023 admin 0

By Lequita Brooks LCSW MSW/The Social Work Incubator – The Social Work profession has been around since the late 19th century. Social work pioneers like Jane Addams, Ida B. Wells, Dr. Ruby Pernell, Whitney M. […]

Edward White High School’s Commanding Your Mental Health Youth Summit Event promotes Teen Suicide Prevention and Youth Mental Well-Being

October 23, 2023 admin 0

By Selena Bass – September was Suicide Prevention Month. In the state of Florida, suicide is the 14th leading cause of death overall, the third leading cause of death for 10-24 suicide and the second […]

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Florida Blue Foundation Invests $14.5 Million Over Four Years to Improve Food Security and Health Outcomes

October 6, 2023 admin 0

Florida Blue Foundation awards additional $3.3 million to support community programs that are improving access to healthy foods and providing nutrition support – JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (Oct. 4, 2023) – Florida Blue Foundation, the philanthropic affiliate for the state’s […]