The state of Florida received a D grade for its smoking cessation health care coverage from the American Lung Association in its State of Tobacco Control 2013 report. Florida’s state Medicaid program is under scrutiny by the ALA — although all the health plans provided by Medicaid cover individual counseling for members who wish to quit smoking, coverage for… Read More
The Washington Post published an article pointing out the United States’ alarmingly high infant mortality rate compared to other similar high-income countries. The comparison shows rates in the U.S. are significantly higher than rates in Spain and Italy, and more than double the rates in Japan and Sweden. The data shows the U.S. had lower… Read More
The Coalition would like to thank Clay County health director, Nancy J. Mills, who will be retiring this week. We have appreciated your support and hard work for the past nine years. Thank you, we wish you all the best Nancy! We also want to extend a warm welcome to Winnie Holland who will be… Read More
The Jacksonville Public Library’s Web page, “Link Up To Literacy”, provides parents with effective tools to help teach their child reading skills before they enter kindergarden. On the Web page, parents can find a list of recommended reading for toddlers and preschoolers, as well as a guide to recognizing early childhood developmental milestones. It also… Read More
Baptist Medical Center Nassau received the Women’s Choice Award for obstetrics care by WomenCertified, an organization which awards brands and businesses based on women consumer satisfaction. Qualifications for the award are based on screenings and by patient satisfaction surveys reported to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Only 365 hospitals nationwide have received… Read More