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Health & Wellness
4 days ago
Health Officials Issue Blue-Green Algae Advisory for Lake Bryant

The Florida Department of Health in Marion County is warning residents and visitors to avoid contact with water near the Lake Bryant Resort Dock after a blue-green algae bloom was detected and water testing began.

Health & Wellness
1 week ago
(UPDATE: RESCINDED) City of Ocala Issues Boil Water Notice for Parts of Shady Glynn Subdivision

Residents of the area are advised to boil all water for drinking, brushing teeth, making ice, washing dishes or food preparation until further notice.

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Features
3 weeks ago
Southern Hammock Provides Comfort and Care for “Wellness RV Travelers” in Reddick

Southern Hammock brings plenty of wellness activities to guests in Reddick.

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Health & Wellness
3 weeks ago
Gainesville Planned Parenthood Health Center to Close in June

Planned Parenthood officials said the Gainesville clinic will close June 26 as the organization adjusts services based on changing patient demand.

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Health & Wellness
3 weeks ago
New Report Finds Florida in Nation’s Top Ten for Nursing Home Bed Shortage

A new study suggests that while Florida is a pretty good place when it comes to elder care, the state’s nursing homes may not be ready for what’s coming.

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Education
3 weeks ago
Ocala Mini Horse Therapy Org Kicks Off ‘Reading with Horses’ Children’s Summer Lit Program June 4

Gentle Carousel’s summer reading program runs on Thursday mornings weekly through July 9 at Ocala’s Midtown Station.

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Community
4 weeks ago
Collaborative Transition Planned for Marion County Domestic Violence Services

Marion County Sexual Assault Center will take over services from CASA Marion by June 30 with no disruption of support.

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Health & Wellness
1 month ago
Latest DOH-Marion Rabies Alert Issued After Rabid Raccoon Found in Ocala Area

A rabies alert was announced Thursday for part of Marion County after a raccoon in the Ocala area tested positive for the virus.

Health & Wellness
1 month ago
Area HCA Florida Hospitals Announce Donation to Empower Students to Save Lives with CPR

HCA Florida’s Ocala Hospital and West Marion Hospital are partnering with the American Heart Association to provide area high schools with lifesaving training equipment.

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Health & Wellness
1 month ago
Southeastern Blood Donation Nonprofit OneBlood Issues Urgent Appeal for Donors

You’ve seen the Big Red Bus outside local businesses in the 352–now it’s time to step inside and help save a life.

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