SPACE COAST DAILY TV: In the latest edition of “Sit Down with Steve,” Steve Wilson talks with two-time cancer survivor, Julie Spurlock. Spurlock, a Merritt Island native, was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia at age 13.
At the height of his acid reflux, Pat would find himself waking up choking and hacking at night, despite sleeping at a 45-degree angle to alleviate symptoms.
Health First has become the first health system to launch a partnership with Privia Health, a national physician-led organization focused on improving the wellness and health of patients and communities.
About 30 Health First associates coordinated a collection to assist those in the Bahamas who were devastated by Hurricane Dorian. With more than 9,000 Health First associates, 40,348 items were donated over a two-day period across various drop-off locations across the system.
As Hurricane Dorian inched closer to Florida, Richard was getting ready to wrap up visiting his wife, Diane, a patient at Health First’s Holmes Regional Medical Center, before heading home prior to the storm.
The five deaths linked to vaping are leaving medical professionals looking for answers, including Dr. Mehmet Oz, who recommended Monday that people avoid vaping until doctors figure out the problems.
Health First’s Holmes Regional Medical Center nurse Laura Suazo gave birth to baby Penelope at the hospital during Hurricane Dorian. Baby Penelope weighed in at 6 pounds, 1 ounce, measured 19 inches long and mom, husband and baby are all doing well.
Parrish Medical Center officials released a statement Wednesday announcing there was no structural damage to any facilities and PMC maintained normal operations throughout the Hurricane Dorian event.
Due to the potential effects on water quality related to Hurricane Dorian, the Florida Department of Health in Brevard County has issued a county-wide precautionary swim advisory for all public beaches. At this time, swimming is not recommended.
Extraordinary plans are underway for Jess Parrish Medical Foundation’s (JPMF) annual benefit gala, Treasure Island, which takes place on Saturday, Oct. 12, from 5:00-10:00 p.m. at Cruise Terminal One, Port Canaveral. GrayRobinson, P.A., and William and Laura Boyles are presenting sponsors for the event.
Due to the impending weather conditions expected from Hurricane Dorian, Health First is planning to evacuate patients from Health First’s Cape Canaveral Hospital. The majority of the hospital’s patients will be transferred Saturday, August 31.
When Alice’s granddaughter grew frustrated about making mistakes while knitting blankets, the hospice volunteer explained it wasn’t perfection that made these items special – these “love stitches” gave each pattern a personal touch, making them unique and heartfelt.
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Health First strongly believes in having the best possible surgical enhancements to safeguard successful patient outcomes and expectations.
The Alzheimer’s Association invites Space Coast area residents to join the fight to end Alzheimer’s by participating in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s.
The Cove Merchants Association, a non-profit organization whose primary goal is to market local businesses in Port Canaveral, announces the “11th Anniversary Pink Ribbon Walk at Port Canaveral.”
The Neurosciences team at Health First’s Holmes Regional Medical Center quickly responded to Stephanie, providing her the crucial care she needed at that critical moment.
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With the Opioid Crisis Raging, Researchers Say it’s Time to Look for Painkilling Alternatives: Local representatives of the Florida Pain Institute elected to host a free Pain Awareness Lecture that included top physicians including medical doctor Ashish Udeshi and osteopath Thaiduc Nguyen.
Larry and Sherry Sietsma are advocates for a healthy lifestyle. And part of their well-being includes helping others achieve their optimal health.
