Central Florida Health News

11/12/2025

Nemours Children’s Health has dedicated the Ginsburg Family Gardens at Nemours Children’s Hospital, Florida, honoring philanthropist Alan H. Ginsburg for his long-standing support of children’s health. The dedication recognizes a $25 million gift from the Ginsburg Family Foundation, which helped create the Ginsburg Institute at Nemours Children’s Health in 2021.

A 33-foot sculpture, created by world-renowned artist JEFRË, stands as a symbol of gratitude for Ginsburg’s dedication to the health and well-being of children in Central Florida. ORLANDO, Fla. (Nov. 11, 2025) – Nemours Children’s Health has dedicated the Ginsburg Family Gardens at Nemours Ch...

11/11/2025

Nemours Children’s Hospital, Florida received $7.5 million in renewable grant funding through the State of Florida’s Cancer Connect Collaborative Research Incubator to develop and improve access to clinical trials, advance treatment protocols, and discover cures for childhood cancer.

Four Specialty Children’s Hospitals in Florida Awarded Grants Totaling $30 Million JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Nemours Children’s Hospital, Florida received $7.5 million in renewable grant funding through the State of Florida’s Cancer Connect Collaborative Research Incubator to develop and improve ...

11/11/2025

Today, we honor the brave men and women who have served our country with courage, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication. Thank you from all of us here at Central Florida Media Group. Your service will not be forgotten.

11/10/2025

Although diabetes is a diagnosis shared by more than 38.4 million Americans, it’s a disease that makes many people feel alone. The Type Zero Foundation in Central Florida is on a mission to change that.

Foundation Helps Central Florida Diabetics Find Community by REBEKAH PIERCE Although diabetes is a diagnosis shared by more than 38.4 million Americans, it’s a disease that makes many people feel alone. The Type Zero Foundation is on a mission to change that. Founded by Christina Martin in 2016, t...

11/06/2025

Registration for the Polk Senior Games officially opens Jan. 2. The event is annual two-week series of 37 Olympic-style sports and games for those 50 and older.

Polk Senior Games is an annual two-week series of 37 Olympic-style sports and games for men and women 50 years of age and older. The Games inspire an active lifestyle; combine an interest in sports and games with fun and fellowship; promote a positive image of seniors and recognize their efforts and...

11/05/2025

Congratulations to Watson Clinic 's Shirley Willis, a Clinical Services Director who received the PEER award for the month of November! Great job, Shirley! 🎉

Watson Clinic recognizes one outstanding team member every month as the recipient of their Program for Employee Excellence and Recognition (PEER) award. The PEER Award is given to a team member who best exemplifies the patient-focused customer service standards that Watson Clinic strives to excel at...

11/05/2025

Join the Better Breathers Club — a free support group for anyone living with lung conditions.

✅Gain tips for living well with lung disease
✅Learn ways to help manage symptoms
✅ Hear from lung health experts
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Struggling with COPD, asthma, or a chronic lung condition?
You're not alone. Join us on November 11!

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11/05/2025

In a striking revelation, a groundbreaking study led by physicians at AdventHealth for Children has uncovered that pediatric head and neck cancer cases are rising dramatically, faster than all other forms of childhood cancer. And girls are disproportionately at risk.

20-year retrospective examined 29,000 cases of pediatric head and neck cancer in the U.S. Girls made up 60% of the cases. ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 4, 2025 — In a striking revelation, a groundbreaking study led by physicians at AdventHealth for Children has uncovered that pediatric head and neck cancer ...

11/05/2025

🚗💚 Need a Ride to a Food Pantry? We Can Help!

With SNAP benefits currently unavailable for many families, access to healthy food is more important than ever. That’s why We Care of Central Florida created the Ride-to-Wellness Program, providing FREE weekly Uber Health rides to local grocery stores and food pantries for Polk County residents in need.

This program helps individuals and families without transportation get the groceries and nutrition they need to stay healthy. 🍎🥦

If you or someone you know could benefit, please complete the quick survey form here, and a team member will reach out to you:
👉 https://forms.gle/5FeHuqDyCTcKhJpw9

Together, we can make sure no one in our community goes hungry. 💚

11/05/2025

More than 16 million U.S. adults have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, which causes difficulty breathing and a host of other issues. Many of those who suffer from COPD don’t even know they have it. Take our quiz on COPD and learn what causes it, how to recognize it, and what to do if you think you have it.

There are few things as good as a breath of fresh air, but for the more than 16 million adults in the U.S. with COPD, a simple breath is not an easy thing. COPD—or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease—is a lung condition where damage to the lungs limits their capacity to conduct airflow in and ...

11/04/2025

A strong memory can make everyday life easier—whether you’re recalling names, preparing for a test or managing your daily tasks. Fortunately, there are simple, effective ways to boost memory and guard against cognitive decline as you age.

A strong memory can make everyday life easier—whether you're recalling names, preparing for a test or managing your daily tasks. Fortunately, there are simple, effective ways to boost memory and guard against cognitive decline as you age. Here are a few practical, science-backed strategies to help...

11/04/2025

Join the Watson Clinic Foundation this Saturday!

Educators throughout our community are invited to experience how the arts can support both personal well-being and classroom success during Sight and Sound: Tools for Teachers, a special event that's part of Arts and Health Week! This immersive session, hosted by Florida Southern College and Polk County Public Schools arts programs, and led by the Watson Clinic Foundation’s Arts in Medicine program, takes place on Saturday, November 8 from 2 pm – 4 pm at the Florida Southern College Alumni Room in Lakeland. Visit https://ow.ly/HpgG50XinYP for more information and to RSVP.