Understanding and addressing elderly abuse and neglect
Far too often, we learn about situations in which vulnerable and older adults are abused, neglected or exploited. While physical abuse is often more visible, …
Posts in category Health
Grants expand breast and cervical cancer screening
MIAMI — Women in South Florida who are uninsured; between the ages of 50-64; have not been screened in the past year for breast or …
Sickle cell woes soaring among Glade residents
BELLE GLADE — Sandy Desty doesn’t have sickle cell anemia, the most common inherited blood disease in the United States. But the Belle Glade resident …
Try to wait to deliver your baby full-term
Waiting out those last few weeks of pregnancy can be very tough, but it’s worth giving your baby’s brain the most time possible to mature.
Prepare for your new baby while you can
STATEPOINT — While pregnancy can be a joyful time, there can be a lot to think about. Whether you’re a first time parent or you …
Men, it’s your month for health and wellness
FORT LAUDERDALE — Men and boys need to understand the health challenges they face. By following these tips, men, you could lead stronger, healthier, and …
Boy with leukemia becomes superhero for day
FORT LAUDERDALE — When Jaylen Hyde woke up on Friday – his 9th birthday – and turned on the TV, his jaw dropped. A phony …
Anonymous testing is available for deadly virus
Getting an HIV test is an easy way to take care of the most important things in life – your health, the health of your …
Women with fibroids have options, doctor says
Take a poll of three female friends under the age of 50 and ask them if any of them have uterine fibroids and chances are …
Obamacare hit hard by website glitches and negative feedback
WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama’s health care law risks coming unglued because of his administration’s bungles and his own inflated promises.