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Healthier Generation gets $315,000 from Harris Teeter roundup campaign
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Alliance for a Healthier Generation is receiving a $315,000 donation from Harris Teeter from last fall’s Together in Education Round Up Campaign.
Evelyn Castillo-Bach says she will not back Jolly in Florida governor's race
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Evelyn Castillo-Bach, who ran in Florida’s Democratic gubernatorial primary, said she will not endorse nominee David Jolly after accusing the Florida Democratic Party of blocking debates and limiting candidate visibility.
Coastal Wellness Collective adds Candela Matrix skin renewal platform
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Coastal Wellness Collective in St. Petersburg, Florida, has added Candela’s Matrix platform to its aesthetic services, expanding non-surgical options for skin renewal across multiple skin tones and ages.
Orlando Rehabilitation Hospital names Dr. Diana Hussain medical director
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Orlando Rehabilitation Hospital has appointed Dr. Diana Hussain as medical director, giving the 60-bed inpatient rehab facility new clinical leadership.
Zenyte, Made in USA launch public-market infrastructure for independent healthcare
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Zenyte Holdings and Made in USA Inc. said they are building a repeatable framework to connect independent healthcare practices with institutional capital while preserving physician control.
CareerSource South Florida to host South Dade employer summit Aug. 27
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CareerSource South Florida and local partners will hold a free workforce summit Thursday at Miami-Dade College’s Homestead campus to connect employers with hiring incentives, training programs and regional talent.
MPLT Healthcare lands on two SIA staffing rankings
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MPLT Healthcare earned spots on Staffing Industry Analysts’ 2026 lists of the largest healthcare staffing and locum tenens staffing firms in the U.S. The Boca Raton-based company ranked No. 38 in healthcare staffing and No. 12 in locum tenens…
Blueleaf and 3VP buy Aloft Gainesville near University of Florida
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Blueleaf Capital and Three Vision Partners have acquired the 146-key Aloft Hotel by Marriott in Gainesville, Florida, in a move aimed at buying below replacement cost and unlocking value through operations and a targeted renovation plan.
Express Asphalt Solutions completes $2 million in hospital parking lot renovations
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Express Asphalt Solutions said it finished more than $2 million in parking lot renovations across three active HCA Healthcare hospitals in Florida over the past year.
Robin Foundation pushes Florida bill to put Narcan in public overdose cabinets
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The Robin Foundation is advancing a Florida legislative effort to classify Overdose Emergency Cabinets as emergency medical equipment, putting naloxone closer to people during fentanyl and opioid overdoses.
Ronni Litz Julien warns GLP-1 users weight loss drugs are not a stand-alone fix
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Miami nutritionist and dietitian Ronni Litz Julien used a Close Up Radio interview to caution that GLP-1 drugs can help with weight loss only when paired with protein, fiber, nutrients, movement and strength training.
HAPB and FAMU launch college pathway for housing residents
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The Housing Authority of Pompano Beach and Florida A&M University signed a partnership in Pompano Beach on Sept. 11, 2026 that aims to help eligible students move from stable housing to a college degree with little to no out-of-pocket tuition.
Impact Lighting’s StoneLux Named Exclusive LED Backlighting Provider for Stone Tile Group
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Stone Tile Group has selected Impact Lighting’s StoneLux as its exclusive LED backlighting sheet for translucent stone projects across residential, commercial and hospitality installations.
Refresh highlights menopause care after FDA estradiol patch update
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Refresh - Aesthetics & Wellness is urging Florida women to treat menopause care as an individualized medical decision after the FDA said some patients are having trouble accessing estradiol patches because of higher demand.
Branded Hospitality Media takes Hospitality Hangout LIVE to Prosper Forum 2026
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Branded Hospitality Media brought its Hospitality Hangout LIVE podcast studio to Prosper Forum 2026 in Orlando from August 16-19, recording eight new episodes with hospitality leaders alongside partners Olo and No Kid Hungry.
McDonald’s Central Florida opens Golden Grants applications for schools and nonprofits
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McDonald’s Central Florida has opened applications for its annual Golden Grants program, which will award $2,500 and $5,000 grants to K-12 schools, youth sports programs and youth-focused nonprofits across Central Florida.
Simple Healthcare Roadmap finds $54M in potential savings from $426M in employer health spend
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Simple Healthcare has made its Roadmap tool generally available to self-insured employers and their advisors.
OptimizeTeamwork.com adds free communication check for Florida managers
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OptimizeTeamwork.com has launched a free five-minute team communication health check for Florida managers to spot breakdowns before they lead to turnover, conflict or missed goals.
ABPS warns Florida board move could weaken certification standards
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The American Board of Physician Specialties says Florida’s decision to recognize the National Board of Physicians and Surgeons should not come at the expense of independent testing standards.
Heather Elizabeth Rieck recognized for healthcare, education and organizing work
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Heather Elizabeth Rieck, known as Liz, is being recognized for a career that spans healthcare administration, medical records, education and professional organizing.
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