Health & Wellness
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 · Manatee County
Sarasota Memorial Foundation Names Sarah Crittenden Director of Communications
Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation hired Sarah Crittenden as Director of Communications and Philanthropic Engagement to lead fundraising and donor engagement for the foundation.
Sarasota Memorial Golf Tournament Raises $1.7 Million for Physician Education
Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation raised $1.7 million for physician education at its 24th annual golf tournament, held May 1 at Laurel Oak Country Club.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
When Your Shoulder Won't Cooperate: A Guide to Rotator Cuff Tears
A rotator cuff tear causes sharp shoulder pain during everyday reaching. Most tears heal with physical therapy, but surgery may be needed if conservative treatment fails.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
What Your Cholesterol Numbers Mean
Bradenton cardiologists break down what LDL, HDL, and triglyceride levels mean for your heart health and which lifestyle changes move the needle most.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Florida's Drowning Crisis: What Sarasota Parents Must Know
Florida records 119 child drowning deaths in 2025, with 76% involving children 4 and younger. Drowning happens silently—parents must maintain constant supervision and eliminate water hazards around the home.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
How Sarasota Professionals Help Foster Children Heal From Trauma
Sarasota child welfare professionals emphasize trauma-informed care to help foster children heal and reduce harmful outcomes from misdiagnosis and inadequate support.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Florida Leads Nation in Hot Car Deaths. All Are Preventable.
Florida ranks second nationally in pediatric hot car deaths. Every case is preventable through simple precautions: check back seats every time you leave your vehicle, and never leave a child unattended inside.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Manatee Memorial Hospital Earns Top Safety Grade from Leapfrog Group
Manatee Memorial Hospital earned an "A" Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit that rates hospitals on their ability to prevent medical errors and infections.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Manatee Memorial Hospital Earns Top Safety Grade from Leapfrog
Bradenton's Manatee Memorial Hospital earned an "A" Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit that rates hospitals on patient safety metrics.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Bradenton Residents Can Cut Skin Cancer Risk With Simple Steps
Skin cancer affects nearly six million Americans annually, but most cases are preventable. Bradenton residents can lower their risk through sunscreen, protective clothing, and shade-seeking habits.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Manatee Memorial Earns Top Safety Grade from Leapfrog Group
Manatee Memorial Hospital earned its first-ever "A" rating from The Leapfrog Group's Hospital Safety Grade, recognizing the Bradenton facility's success in preventing medical errors and infections.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Miami-Dade Dengue Cases Spike as Florida Braces for Mosquito Season
Florida has reported 60 locally acquired dengue cases year-to-date, with Miami-Dade County accounting for 23 of those infections. Public health officials warn that warming temperatures and increased travel are expanding the range of disease-carrying mosquitoes into central and northern Florida, signaling a troubling shift in the state's disease landscape.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Florida Dengue Cases Hit 60 Locally Amid 2026 Surge
Florida's local dengue fever cases reached 60 this year, with Miami-Dade and Brevard counties leading the outbreak fueled by persistent mosquito breeding sites. Health officials warn heavy rains are worsening the threat, urging immediate action to dump standing water. As travel-related cases climb to nearly 400, residents face a growing risk from this painful, mosquito-borne virus.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026