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Baptist Health rolls out hospital-at-home program in Jacksonville
Baptist Health is offering eligible patients the option to receive hospital-level care at home through a new program launched at Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville. The program, called Baptist Hospital at Home, provides 24/7 acute care services to select inpatients who are clinically stable and meet specific criteria determined by an emergency medicine or hospital physician. The initiative combines remote monitoring technology with daily virtual and in-person visits, allowing patients to recover outside of a traditional hospital setting.
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Jacksonville Snags Western Hemisphere’s First Carbon Ion Cancer Center
Mayo Clinic’s Jacksonville campus is set to host a first-of-its-kind cancer treatment program: the only carbon ion therapy center in the Western Hemisphere and the first in the United States. The Duan Family Building, completed last summer, was built specifically to house both proton and carbon ion technology, with proton therapy scheduled to begin in 2027 and carbon ion treatments targeted for 2028. Gov. Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis appeared with Mayo Clinic leaders for a ceremonial announcement earlier this year, putting a political spotlight on the project.
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JFRD breaks ground on facility for firefighters’ health
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department broke ground on a new Health and Wellness Center on Monday morning, marking a major step forward in firefighter care. The facility will support firefighters’ health, offering a place for annual physicals, pulmonary testing, cardiac stress tests, and ultrasound screenings....
Jacksonville Daily Record
UF Health Flagler Hospital approved for new, larger signs
UF Health Flagler Hospital is updating its exterior. St. Johns County issued a sign permit Feb. 12 at a project cost of $20,000 for three new illuminated signs that reflect the UF Health brand and are designed to improve wayfinding from the road. First City Construction LLC of St. Augustine...
The St. Augustine Record
AdventHealth announces new St. Augustine ER, its 3rd facility in the area
AdventHealth Medical Group, one of the largest faith-based, nonprofit health care systems in the U.S., announced that it will begin building its third St. Augustine medical facility in World Commerce Center this fall. The 12-bed emergency department, slated to open in 2027, is part of the medical group’s efforts to meet the growing needs of the health care services required by the county as community needs evolve. According to a news release, the 12-bed facility will serve patients of all ages. Because it will be connected to AdventHealth’s broader network of hospitals and specialty services across Northeast Florida, patients who require additional treatment, advanced procedures or inpatient care will have coordinated access to those services. Rob Deininger, president and CEO of the AdventHealth East Florida Division, described the ER as essential in providing timely access to care when emergencies happen. “As more families choose to call St. Johns County home, access to emergency care becomes increasingly important,” Deininger said in the release. “This new emergency department will provide 24/7 care closer to home for residents and visitors in St. Johns County. “This investment reflects our commitment to growing alongside the community and ensuring care is available when and where it’s
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From food to health care: Community Health Outreach & American Heart Association support military families & more
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Did you know that 1 in 5 military families in Jacksonville is nutrition insecure?. But a collaboration between the Community Health Outreach and the American Heart Association is working to change that statistic for the better, starting with a truck carrying 3,500-5,000 pounds of food that will feed roughly 6,000 families a month.
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Wolfson Children’s Hospital, Nemours announce children’s health expansion next month
For over 30 years, Wolfson Children’s Hospital and Nemours Children’s Health have operated as a lifeline for Florida families. Starting March 1, that partnership is growing stronger to ensure local children never have to travel far for medical care.
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Tackling medical debt: Smart ways to save on health care expenses and protect your budget
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Health care costs are putting new pressure on family budgets — and it’s not just from insurance premiums. Medical debt remains one of the top reasons people consider bankruptcy, according to Forbes. Even with insurance, many patients are paying more out of pocket for monthly premiums, prescriptions and co-pays. But there is some relief when it comes to how medical debt affects credit scores.
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Publix Pharmacy offering savings on Wegovy, Ozempic prescriptions with discount card program
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Publix Pharmacy is now providing savings on select GLP-1 therapies through a new discount card program. Eligible customers can fill prescriptions for the recently introduced Wegovy (semaglutide) tablets at prices starting as low as $149 per month. Injectable forms of Wegovy and Ozempic (semaglutide) are also available starting at $199 per month.
Jacksonville Daily Record
Ascension St. Vincent’s Southside names Cory Darling president and CEO
Cory Darling will become president and CEO of Ascension St. Vincent’s Southside effective March 1, according to a Feb. 9 hospital news release. Darling currently is president and CEO of Ascension St. Vincent’s St. Johns County. He led the hospital’s operational start-up when it opened in July 2022. During his tenure, Ascension said the hospital achieved year-over-year growth.
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Ascension names Florida hospital CEO
St. Louis-based Ascension has named Cory Darling as president and CEO of Ascension St. Vincent’s Southside Hospital in Jacksonville, Fla. Mr. Darling will lead the 309-bed hospital beginning March 1, according to a Feb. 9 news release from Ascension. He currently serves as president and CEO of Ascension St. Vincent’s St. Johns (Fla.) County.
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Revolutionizing Eye Care in Jacksonville
Jacksonville’s eye care landscape is undergoing a significant transformation with the introduction of next-generation cataract technology at a local clinic. This advancement promises to enhance patient outcomes and set new standards in vision care. Innovative Technology at the Forefront. The clinic has integrated cutting-edge technology designed to improve the...
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‘Prevention becomes the key thing’: Pop-up clinic offers MMR vaccine after recent measles cases in Northeast Florida
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health and Duval County Department of Health launched a pop-up vaccination clinic Sunday morning in response to recent measles cases in Northeast Florida. The three-hour clinic at the Regency Square library offered several immunizations, including the MMR vaccine, which protects against measles,...
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Wolfson Children’s named one of top children’s hospitals
Wolfson Children’s Hospital has been recognized as one of 15 Top Children’s Hospitals in the country by The Leapfrog Group. This is the hospital’s third consecutive year receiving the award, a distinction that recognizes patient safety and quality achievements and is considered one of the nation’s leading pediatric, quality-focused, competitive awards.