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Posted: Sep 9, 2025

The 411 on 988: The National Lifeline for Mental Health Emergencies

Three digits, one phone call, and help is by your side.

Anyone struggling with mental health, depression or suicidal thoughts is only three digits away from the help they need, thanks to the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

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Posted: Sep 2, 2025

Swim Safe & Avoid Waterborne Infections

From flesh-eating bacteria to E.Coli, the water is not always fine.

Swimming is great way to beat the heat, have fun, and get a full-body workout. But swimming in contaminated waters or failing to practice good water hygiene can put swimmers at risk of dangerous parasites and infections. Follow these simple tips to stay safe.

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Posted: Jul 1, 2025

Dr. Claw’s Handbook for Firework Safety: Ear Protection Edition

By Dr. Manus Claw, TNT

While fireworks are wonderful to look at, that big thumping bang can be louder than an emergency siren and cause permanent damage to unprotected ears. Here are some simple Rules of Thumb to protect your hearing this Independence Day weekend.

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Posted: Apr 22, 2025

All About Osteoporosis: When to Screen, What to Eat, How to Fight

With Endocrinologist Angela Boldo, MD.

Nearly 80% of women over age 80 will experience significant loss in bone density. A third will have full-blown osteoporosis. But while loss of bone density is a natural part of aging, that doesn’t mean we can’t do anything about it.

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Posted: Dec 17, 2024

Tips For A Happy, Hazard-Free Holiday

With SMH Emergency Care & Injury Prevention Specialists

From button batteries and baking ingredients to botanical bothers, holiday hazards abound. Keep the merry in your holiday with these safety tips from Sarasota Memorial emergency care and injury prevention specialists

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