Category: health-fitness

MILTON — Each year in the U.S., an average of 38 children and hundreds of dogs die from hyperthermia (heatstroke) in hot cars. While our initial reaction may be these are cases of blatant cruelty or …

GAINESVILLE — Mark Atkinson, Ph.D., director of the University of Florida Diabetes Institute, has been selected to receive the American Diabetes Association’s 2018 Albert Renold Award for his impact …

TALLAHASSEE — To help combat the invasive Southern Pine Beetle, which is currently present in 52 infestation sites throughout six Florida counties, the Florida Forest Service is accepting application…

GAINESVILLE — As health care providers and policymakers look for ways to address opioid misuse, knowing who may be at risk for developing chronic pain could be an important tool for prevention.
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MILTON — For the entire month of April — National Donate Life Month — Santa Rosa Medical Center will fly a Donate Life flag with the words “Honoring Organ, Eye and Tissue Donors.” For JoLynn Peoples,…

MILTON — Laughing gas isn’t just for dentist offices anymore. Santa Rosa Medical Center has found a way to use nitrous oxide as an alternative to pain medication in the emergency room and in labor an…

MILTON — A community discussion on illegal and prescription drug use will take place at 6 p.m. March 13 at the Guy Thompson Community Center, 5629 Byrom St. A panel of experts will include those from…

MILTON — As doctor’s offices, urgent care centers and hospitals are seeing, flu season is active, with hospitalization rates close to what they were two years ago.
Flu is one of the nation's leadin…

MILTON — Santa Rosa County has experienced a fluctuation in temperatures — from below freezing to mid-60s — in recent months, which could have a negative effect on the health of residents. According…

MILTON — Colds and the flu often occur around the same time of year and both have similar, unpleasant symptoms.
While it can be hard to differentiate between the two, it’s important to distinguish …