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09/12/2026 · Stuart

Health Department Closes Charlie Leighton Park to Swimming Over Bacteria

The Florida Department of Health in Martin County closed Charlie Leighton Park to swimmers after bacteria levels exceeded state safety standards.

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Fort Pierce Inlet State Park Lifts Water Quality Advisory

The Florida Department of Health lifted a water quality advisory for Fort Pierce Inlet State Park after bacterial levels returned to safe ranges, clearing the way for swimmers and paddlers to return.

06/11/2026

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Cyclospora Outbreak Linked to Food Supply Contamination

A nationwide cyclospora outbreak likely stems from sewage contamination in the food supply, according to scientific researchers and public health officials. This parasite, spread through human waste, has prompted investigations into how it reached consumer products.

09/11/2026

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Trump Proposes Separation of Combination Vaccines

A recent announcement from former President Donald Trump outlines a proposal to separate combination vaccines into individual injections. This includes the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine. The suggested approach would involve administering shots individually, a method not commonly used in decades.

09/11/2026

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COVID-19 Activity Increases During Summer Period

COVID-19 case numbers are currently rising across the United States. This increase aligns with similar trends observed during summer months in prior years of the pandemic. Health officials monitor these developments as other health topics receive wider attention.

09/11/2026

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Research Suggests Vascular Risk Factor Management Linked to Extended Dementia-Free Life

New research from NYU Langone Health suggests a connection between managing certain vascular risk factors in midlife and a longer dementia-free period. Individuals who avoided three specific factors experienced approximately 13 additional years without dementia.

09/11/2026