Disease
At-Home Genetic Test Reveals Risk Of Developing Common Diseases
For 15 years Kristen Whitaker endured constant stomach pains. And then her doctor suggested she take an at-home genetics test.
Poll Taps Into America’s Paranoia
Most of the time, polls simply reflect the horserace between two selected candidates. But the folks at Public Policy Polling decided to have some fun and do a poll about the conspiracy theories that exist today and the results were…enlightening.
Fla. Confirms 3 More Cases Of Fungal Meningitis
Another three cases of fungal meningitis stemming from a tainted lot of methylprednisolone acetate (steroids) have been confirmed by the Florida Department of Health.
Miami-Dade Health Dept. Confirms 1st Dengue Fever Case
Miami-Dade County Health Department officials confirmed Thursday that a Miami-Dade resident has contracted Dengue Fever.
Back-To-School Health Fair Offers Free Immunizations
For South Florida families, back-to-school time can get expensive: new clothes, supplies, backpacks. Fortunately, Jackson North Medical Center trimmed one necessary expense: immunizations.
CDC Proposes All Baby Boomers Get Tested For Hepatitis C
If you’re one of the millions of baby boomers born between 1945 and 1965, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention believes you should get a blood test to see if you are infected with Hepatitis C.
Dogs Euthanized, Adoptions Suspended, After Distemper Outbreak
All dog adoptions at Miami-Dade County Animal Services have been suspended following an outbreak of Canine Distemper.
Fla. Health Officials Launch Faces Of HIV Project
South Florida resident Dab Garner was one of the first American people to be diagnosed with HIV in 1982. He and dozens of other HIV-positive Floridians will get to tell their story beginning this week when the Florida Department of Health launches a statewide project to humanize the effects of HIV and AIDS.
Animal Services Euthanizes 18 Dogs In Infectious Disease Outbreak
Miami-Dade County’s Animal Services confirmed 18 cases of Canine Distemper among its shelter population. The dogs were euthanized Saturday.
Hundreds Walk In Wilton Manors To Honor AIDS Victims
In Wilton Manors, the 30th anniversary of the discovery of the AIDS virus was marked by hundreds of people walking the streets, carrying candles and quilts in honor of those who died from AIDS and those who live with the disease, a memorial marking World AIDS day.
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Shopping Around South Florida
Best Shopping Centers & Malls
From Sawgrass Mills to the Falls, these are your best bets for malls.
Best South Florida Thrift Stores
Malls too expensive? Check out the bargains and be thrifty.
