Lake-Sumter State College received hundreds of thousands in funds from the state to support nursing students and strengthen local healthcare pathways. The college has received $400,000 from the Florida Department [...]

Chronic loneliness may significantly raise older adults’ risk of stroke, according to a new study led by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. “Loneliness is increasingly considered a major public health [...]

The City of Belleview is helping to build healthy minds and good reading habits. On August 6, 2024, at 5:00 PM, join us at the Belleview Community Center for Storytime [...]

HCA Florida Ocala Hospital and HCA Florida West Marion Hospital announced today both hospitals have been nationally recognized by the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association for their commitment [...]

Beginning June 20, UF Health The Villages® Hospital, the region’s hometown hospital, will become UF Health Spanish Plaines Hospital. The new name reflects UF Health’s continued commitment to providing world-class, [...]

United Way of Lake and Sumter Counties aims to demonstrate its focus on building a strong and healthy community by hosting a Health and Wellness Summit this summer. In partnership [...]

The Ocala Cancer Center is the only oncology provider in Ocala using a technology with 3D cameras to monitor a patient’s skin surface without the use of tattoos or marks [...]

To help ensure that Florida children have access to wholesome meals during summer break, the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services partners with schools and organizations to provide free [...]

You might not realize this, but insurance is an important part of maintaining a healthy financial situation. One day you’re following a solid financial plan toward your next goal, and [...]

People who eat a healthy, sustainable diet may substantially lower their risk of premature death in addition to their environmental impact, according to a new study led by Harvard T.H. Chan School [...]

The expert team at Lorven Heart and Vascular Institute, LLC specializes in interventional cardiology and cares for the whole vascular system. Mary Lane, APRN, has been one of the [...]

Balance is crucial. When our bodies are out of balance and suffering from inflammation, it’s impossible to be healthy. Gretta Ellis, APRN, learned this difficult lesson firsthand. Turning her [...]

It’s a sad truth that most of us take better care of our vehicles than we do our bodies. When people in Central Florida decide to take an active [...]

With multiple locations in Central Florida, Lorven Heart and Vascular Institute, LLC offers top quality care for cardiovascular conditions. Jeveria Ali, DNP, APRN, has worked with Dr. Qamar since [...]

Tasia Drayton couldn’t have chosen a better name for her home care business. She’s been driven to make compassionate connections since childhood. “When I was in 8th grade, my [...]