TCCH Opens New Facility
Treasure Coast Community Health, Inc. has announced the opening of a 7th facility located at 787 37th St, Suite 140 in Vero Beach. To accommodate the rising need for quality, affordable healthcare in Indian River County, TCCH is opening this new medical facility to better serve patients by decreasing wait times and increasing access to […]
TCCH launches #Just4Me teen program
Treasure Coast Community Health, Inc. has launched its #Just4Me program, a reproductive and mental health service for males and females ages 13-19. #Just4Me provides confidential health education, pregnancy testing, Sexually Transmitted Disease/Infection (STD/STI) testing and treatment, contraceptives, counseling services, and care management to teens for free or reduced rates. “Through this program, we hope to […]
Trudie Rainone… 2018 Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser Award
Congratulations to Trudie Rainone, Board member and enthusiastic supporter of the Alzheimer & Parkinson Association of Indian River County, on her prestigious and well-deserved award as 2018 Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser at the National Philanthropy Awards Dinner! Armed with a big heart and an analytical mind, Trudie Rainone is always seeking a way to help others. […]
Renaissance Senior Living!
Renaissance Senior Living in Vero Beach enjoyed a festive one year anniversary last fall with members of our great community of Vero Beach and wonderful residents and their families at Renaissance. “Time marches on” as the saying goes and that is what we witness daily at Renaissance. The rhythms of the community as we have […]
Indian River Medical Center Receives Significant Achievement in Patient Safety Award
Indian River Medical Center received the Significant Achievement in Patient Safety Award from the Hospital Improvement Innovation Network. Recognition for this award involves meeting or exceeding the goal in at least half of the tracked measures, along with active engagement in the improved activities. Some of the tracked measures include a reduction in falls with […]
Tips for Keeping Veggies Fresh
BEETS Store: Cut tops off 2 inches from the root as, wash and pat dry. Store in crisper covered with a damp cloth. The leaves sap moisture from the beet root. Don’t trim the tail. Store leaves in a separate plastic bag and uses within 2 days. Shelf Life: The root bulbs should also be bagged […]
The latest blood pressure guidelines: What they mean for you
Updated blood pressure guidelines from the American Heart Association mean that many more Americans, notably older people, are now diagnosed with high blood pressure, or hypertension. This may sound like bad news, but the new guidelines highlight some important lessons we cardiologists and heart health researchers have learned from the latest blood pressure studies. Specifically, […]
Insights for A Healthier Me
Even with health insurance, you need to ensure your health. The primary reason for buying health insurance is to reduce hospitalization and other medical costs. Health insurance is kind of like house insurance; you know you should have it and hope you don’t need to use it. Like our homes and our bodies; we want […]
NCPA Foundation Names 2018 National Preceptor of the Year
A Florida pharmacist has been named the 2018 National Preceptor of the Year by the National Community Pharmacy Association (NCPA) Foundation at the NCPA 2018 Annual Convention being held in Boston this week. Theresa Tolle, the owner of Bay Street Pharmacy in Sebastian, Fla., was recognized with the award, which honors a pharmacist who has […]
Good Neighbors and Friendships
Some are friends, others are neighbors, and some are both. Perhaps you raised your family together; share retirement adventures or welcome new neighbors. You know the names of the furry friends and share treats. Houses are watched and helping hands are given. Neighborhoods are more than just the places we live. They can also be […]