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Mental wellness important for healthy heart and brain

WEBResearch shows anxiety, stress and depression can have a negative impact on physical health and may even increase the risk for heart disease and stroke.

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St. Johns County’s COVID-19 testing site to open 7 days a week

WEBStarting Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, the St. Johns County COVID-19 testing site will be open seven days a week to meet the increased demand for testing.

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BRAVE Summit set for Wednesday in St. Augustine

WEBBRAVE Summit set for Wednesday in St. Augustine. By Beaches1 on Sunday, March 24, 2024. Aimed at breaking the stigma surrounding teen mental health, the fourth annual BRAVE Summit is coming March 27 to the St. Augustine Amphitheatre. The free event is hosted by UF Health St. Johns and is open to all high school students …

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Free programs offered by Northeast Florida AHEC

WEBNortheast Florida AHEC is offering free programs for ages 60 and older: Medication Management Program Participants learn how their eating habits, over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and home remedies can interact with their medications.

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St. Johns County Health and Human Services seeks feedback …

WEBThe St. Johns County Health and Human Services Department is seeking resident feedback regarding service needs and gaps within the area. Responses will be utilized to identify high-priority funding objectives to optimize community services and enhance the overall health of St. Johns County residents.

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COVID rapid testing site opens in Neptune Beach

WEBResponding to the recent surge in COVID-19 cases across Duval County, Telescope Health, a local telehealth provider, announced plans to expand its drive-through service for rapid testing. In partnership with the city of Neptune Beach, the new rapid testing site opened Aug. 2. The site is located at 540 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach, the former

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Encompass health expanding to St. Johns County

WEBSt. Johns County Administration and the St. Johns County Economic Development Office have worked with Encompass Health to expand its network of state-of-the-art rehabilitation hospitals and bring high-quality, inpatient services to St. Johns County.

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St. Johns County closes beaches The Beaches Leader, Ponte …

WEBIn order to protect public health, safety and welfare, and maximize compliance with State of Florida Executive Order 20-68, all public beaches in St. Johns County closed to public access under the local state of emergency March 29, and will remain closed until further notice.

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WJCT Public Media announces third season of 'What’s Health Got …

WEBWJCT Public Media recently announced the third season of “What’s Health Got To Do With It?” which began Sept. 23. The weekly, hour-long program examines where healthcare intersects with daily life, and guides listeners through an increasingly convoluted medical bureaucracy.

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Mission House closes free clinic The Beaches Leader, Ponte Vedra …

WEBIn response to the COVID-19 health crisis, Mission House in Jacksonville Beach has temporarily closed its free clinic for two weeks to limit exposure and will reevaluate future operating procedures

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Flagler Health + and St. John County offering COVID-19 testing

WEBFlagler Health +, in partnership with St. Johns County, is offering COVID-19 testing between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday through Saturday beginning Feb. 1 at the St. Johns County Agricultural Center, 3111 Agricultural Center Dr.

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Tai Chi Day The Beaches Leader, Ponte Vedra Leader

WEBJacksonville's Tai Chi for Health & Wellness Group will present World Tai Chi Day at The Foundation Academy, 3675 San Pablo Road S., Jacksonville. The free, family-friendly event will include tai chi demonstrations, group practice and an afternoon mini-retreat. Beginners are welcome. The event starts with a light breakfast at 9:30 a.m. For more information, …

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COVID-19 vaccinations available in SJC for residents 60 and older

WEBSt. Johns County is now accepting COVID-19 vaccination appointment preregistrations for people who are 60 years of age and older. In addition, those deemed by a physician to be extremely vulnerable to COVID-19 may also receive the vaccination through St. Johns County with a Florida Department of Health COVID-19 Determination …

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Children's Home Society launches telehealth counseling

WEBIn response to the number of people struggling with anxiety, depression, grief and trauma in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, Children’s Home Society of Florida (CHS) has launched the Family Support Warm Line.

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Surf community legend dies The Beaches Leader, Ponte Vedra …

WEBThe Northeast Florida surf community has lost a legend. Holly Rubin Sills, 64, passed away Feb. 25 at her home in Vero Beach following a lengthy battle against cancer not long after completing her autobiography, “Breaking Through,” detailing her time making waves as the region’s first female championship surfer.

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COVID testing site opens at Beaches

WEBA new COVID testing site has been staged in the former Kmart shopping center in Neptune Beach. The mayors of the three Beaches cities announced recently that the location will offer screening for the virus as well as antibodies Thursday through Saturday in the old Anytime Fitness location at 540 Atlantic Blvd.

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MOSH announces new sensory-friendly hours and programming

WEBThe Museum of Science & History (MOSH) recently announced the launch of MOSHHHH…, a new initiative that features sensory-friendly hours and related programming.

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VA Offering COVID-19 vaccinations to veterans

WEBThe North Florida/South Georgia Veterans Health System is now offering the COVID-19 vaccination to veterans who receive care at the VA and are in the following professions:

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