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Lakeland Regional Health’s new Kathleen campus aims to solve …

WebLAKELAND, Fla. — Access to healthcare is a continued concern in Polk County, as the ratio of physicians to patients is stretched. Andilys Andino has known …

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Lakeland Regional Health has second most emergency …

WebLakeland Regional Health is the second busiest emergency department in the entire country. New data from Becker's Hospital Review showed Lakeland Regional …

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The difficulties of receiving medical care if you don't speak English

WebIn addition, many of those hospitals that cater to non-English speakers may not be close to where the patients live, creating inequities on who has access to decent …

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Free physicals, immunizations for Hillsborough County students

WebHillsborough County Schools and the county's Back-2-School coalition are working together to provide students with free physicals and immunizations during a series of health fairs …

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Inside the pitch behind stem cell therapy in FL

WebTAMPA, Fla. -- In a conference room of a Tampa hotel about 20 people gathered on a weekday afternoon to hear a pitch for stem cell therapy. The promising …

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Rural Florida hospital makes it easier to monitor heart health at …

WebOne local hospital in rural Highlands County has come up with a creative way to promote heart health at home. “I am a youth, young adult pastor at the Avon Park …

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Tampa clinic using language, payment plan to increase healthcare

WebTAMPA, Fla — It's no secret that there's a cost to healthcare. But if English isn't your first language or if you don't have insurance the price you often pay is poor …

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Chipotle nixes new concepts for now after closing health food …

WebOver a year after launching a restaurant concept focused on health foods, Chipotle said it is refocusing on its main brand. Earlier this year, Farmesa, Chipotle's new …

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Tampa Family Health Centers launches residency program amid …

WebFlorida Statewide and Regional Physician Workforce Analysis: 2019 to 2035 predicts a shortfall of 18,000 doctors by 2035. But Tampa Family Health Centers says …

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Mental health event taking place Saturday for people living with …

WebThat’s why a mental health event called Beyond the Surface is happening this weekend. The event will take place at Sadye Gibbs Martin Community Center in Plant …

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Peace River Center first line of defense for Polk residents in mental

WebIf you need help you can call Peace River Center’s 24-Hour Emotional Support and Crisis Line: 863-519-3744 or toll-free at 800-627-5906. To text instead, send …

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March is National Nutrition Month: Health & Wellness Tips for the …

WebMarch is National Nutrition Month, a great time to reflect on the foods and habits that shape our health and wellness. Registered dietitian Mia Syn shares some …

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Health officials tracking increase in norovirus, the highly …

WebTAMPA, Fla. — Health officials are tracking a norovirus outbreak in most parts of the United States. “It’s very difficult to avoid it once it’s around. When it gets in …

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Stress on women can turn into physical ailments

WebThe stress can then manifest into physical symptoms. "They might have headaches, stomach aches, sleep problems. In fact, they're twice as likely to have a …

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More low-income residents qualify for free Polk Healthcare Plan

WebPolk HealthCare Plan is a free program for residents who don’t have health insurance and are at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level. The plan provides …

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Florida at center of one of largest Medicare fraud schemes ever

WebTAMPA, Fla. — Federal investigators say they they’ve cracked the largest Medicare fraud scheme in U.S. history and Florida plays a key role. On Tuesday, agents …

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As the Paris Olympics near, concerns about rising dengue cases …

Weband last updated 4:46 PM, Apr 25, 2024. Health authorities in France are sounding the alarm as cases of dengue continue to rise ahead of the 2024 Olympic …

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Registration now open for free back-to-school physicals

WebPosted at 7:12 AM, Jun 01, 2023. and last updated 5:39 AM, Jun 02, 2023. TAMPA, Fla. — Registration for Project LINK’s Back to School Health Clinic for Hillsborough County …

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Behavioral Health Urgent Care Center set to open in Pasco County

WebOver the next year, the building will transform into a behavioral health urgent care. It will be the first of its kind in the Tampa Bay area. The Pasco County Commission …

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Woman and toddler found dead in Hillsborough County home

WebTAMPA, Fla. — A woman and toddler were found dead inside a home late Tuesday night, the Hillsborough County Sheriff's said. According to the Hillsborough …

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More young people are getting colon cancer; AdventHealth …

WebDoctors are warning younger adults to get screened for colon cancer. Cases in young people have increased by about 2% a year, according to the American Cancer …

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Empath Health Commends 'Suncoast' Film, Now in Theaters & on …

WebEmpath Health applauds the impactful release of the film "Suncoast," which has become a catalyst for meaningful discussions surrounding grief, end-of-life care, and …

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Questions surround newly opened "freedom-clinic" in Venice

WebA new clinic opened in Venice, FL, a few months ago. Investigative Reporter Kaite LaGrone takes you inside and introduces you to its doctors who have lost jobs over …

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