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3 Ingredients That Can Stop A Heart Attack

July 20, 2026 Lynnfaye 0

Heart attacks are scary, period. They are scary for those who are having one and scary for those who are watching. Of course, eating right and exercising help reduce your risk of a heart attack, […]

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HCA Florida Orange Park Hospital is Nationally Recognized for its Commitment to Excellence in Cardiovascular Care

July 17, 2026 Lynnfaye 0

Jacksonville, Florida – July 17, 2026 – HCA Florida Orange Park Hospital has received three American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines® achievement awards for demonstrating a commitment to following up-to-date, research-based guidelines for the treatment of heart […]

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Inside the Breakthrough That Cured a Black Louisiana Man’s Sickle Cell

June 24, 2026 Lynnfaye 0

How CRISPR Therapy Cured this Black Man’s Sickle Cell |By Angela Wilson | Metairie, Louisiana, resident Daniel Cressy was told his dream of becoming a commercial pilot  was impossible. Because of a lifelong battle with […]

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Black History Commentary: Mental Health Crisis Among Black Men — A Growing Concern

June 16, 2026 Lynnfaye 0

WORD IN BLACK By Jennifer Porter Gore — Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show twice as many people died by suicide in 2023 as from homicide. In fact, it was the […]

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Watermelon and Diabetes: It’s Not Off Limits

June 9, 2026 Lynnfaye 0

By Derrick Lane | Who doesn’t love a cool, refreshing slice of watermelon during the warm summer months? Many people with diabetes think watermelon is off limits because it’s “too sweet” and is loaded with […]

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NAACP Jacksonville Branch and Bethel Church Men’s Ministry to Host Men’s Mental Health Forum Focused on Healing, Awareness, and Community Support

May 26, 2026 Lynnfaye 0

The NAACP Jacksonville Branch Health Committee, in partnership with The Bethel Church Men’s Ministry, will host a powerful community event titled “The Healthier Brother: Beyond I’m Good” Men’s Mental Health Forum on Saturday, June 20, […]

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Healthy Starts Faye Johnson Receives $25K Sapphire Award

May 21, 2026 Lynnfaye 0

The Florida Blue Foundation Sapphire Awards represent one of Florida’s honors in community health, recognizing individuals, programs, and organizations that demonstrate exceptional leadership, innovation, and measurable impact in advancing health outcomes across the state. Healthcare […]

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Speaking with Kids About Mental Health 

April 24, 2026 Lynnfaye 0

By Dr. Patrice Le Goy, PhD, LMFT, MBA | International Psychologist and Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist | When recently speaking to a group of soon-to-be therapists, and one person made the comment that they […]

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Black Americans Face Higher Alzheimer’s Risk — Why Early Signs Are Often Missed

April 1, 2026 Lynnfaye 0

Subtle changes in judgment, behavior and daily tasks may appear before memory loss—and recognizing them early can make all the difference for families For many families, the first sign that something may be wrong doesn’t […]

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How You Stop a Prescription Medicine is as Important as How You Start

March 9, 2026 Staff 0

COMMENTARY: How You Stop a Prescription Medicine is as Important as How You Start NNPA NEWSWIRE — This is a complex issue with high stakes for patients. Older adults, in particular, are often prescribed multiple […]

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