In 2006, Florida launched the first substantial reform of Medicaid since the program was originated more than three decades ago. The goals of reform were to improve the quality of health care provided to 2.2 million poor, elderly and disabled citizens under the state-federal program and to control skyrocketing costs that threatened the sustainability of this important program. ...more

November 29, 2008 |

Part of good mental health at any age is being informed about the many factors of one's present situation, thus making it possible to have choices and be proactive. This is certainly true for the senior and his or her family. ...more

October 15, 2008 |

A faith-based health clinic is preparing to open a free dental office for the uninsured "working poor," according to its executive director. ...more

August 28, 2008 |

TAMPA – A man working as a dental lab technician in Sun City Center has been arrested and charged with the unlicensed practice of a health care profession, according to the Florida Department of Health. ...more

June 27, 2008 |

SEBRING — The Florida Department of Children and Families has released $42,897 in funding to programs operating in both Highlands and Hardee counties, the agency announced Friday. The announcement was made in a memo from Circuit 10 Contract Manager, Jacqueline Burt. Richard Reinhardt, executive director for the Highlands County Coalition for the Homeless, Inc. said typically, they're given about half that amount. "This grant is received annually, but this is the most ever awarded to these two counties," he said. Funding for the state's Department of Children and Families Grant-In-Aid program is statewide, but is left up to each DCF Circuit to administer these funds. Circuit 10 covers Polk, Highlands and Hardee counties. ...more

June 23, 2008 |

Area events and entertainment in the Hernando County area. ...more

February 1, 2008 |