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Daily Ridge provides trusted health and wellness news serving Polk County, Florida, with coverage focused on local healthcare providers, public health updates, mental health resources, fitness and nutrition, and senior living topics. Our reporting highlights information relevant to residents in Lakeland, Winter Haven, Lake Wales, Bartow, Auburndale, and surrounding communities, helping readers stay informed about health issues that impact daily life.

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Your Child’s Oral Health: A Foundation for Better Overall Health

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Good oral health sets the stage for a lifetime of healthy smiles and better overall health. Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) help eligible families access affordable and comprehensive care for their children and teens, including regular...

Stacking Healthy Habits for Progress, Not Perfection

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Despite the best of intentions, it's common for plans to build healthier habits to fall flat. Often, the culprit isn't a lack of motivation or discipline; rather, it's unrealistic expectations. Overhauling your lifestyle requires a level of commitment that isn't...

Understanding and Treating Rosacea: What You Need to Know

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Rosacea is a chronic skin condition, mainly affecting the face, that causes redness, swelling, pain and changes in appearance. It is estimated that more than 16 million people in the United States have rosacea, according to the National Rosacea...

5 Rare Kidney Diseases You May Not Know About

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While the leading cause of kidney disease is diabetes, many other factors can lead to kidney disease and failure - including a collection of rare and genetic conditions. According to the National Organization for Rare Diseases (NORD), a disease is...

Seeing the Possibilities: Living with Low Vision

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Millions of Americans are living with low vision, a visual impairment that can turn everyday moments - recognizing a friend's face across the street, reading a recipe or checking a text message - into unexpected challenges. Low vision isn't a...

Understanding Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors: Numbers to Know in 2026

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Taking care of your heart with healthy behaviors may be at the top of your wellness priority list already, and there may be good news about the effects of adhering to expert recommendations. New information from the American Heart Association's...

Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Offers New Hope for Veterans

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For generations, America's veterans have borne not only the visible scars of battle but also the hidden wounds of war. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, traumatic brain injury and anxiety have long haunted those who served, often with devastating...

Finding Your Rhythm Again: Reestablishing Routines in the New Year

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The holiday season is special, fun and often a bit chaotic, filled with family gatherings and joyful celebrations. Once the decorations come down and chaos subsides in the new year, many families face a familiar challenge: getting children back...

Digital Therapeutics Offer Hope to Rural Residents

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While mental health challenges can affect virtually anyone living anywhere, there are certain populations that are at particular disadvantages for a variety of reasons. Rural areas in the United States have an estimated 17.58 million people in nonmetropolitan areas...

The Holiday Spirit Matters But So Does What Happens After

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During the holiday season, many people feel a renewed sense of generosity. It's a time when communities come alive with food drives, toy collections, volunteer events and donation campaigns - all fueled by the spirit of giving. While this seasonal...
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PCSO: Woman Flees Multiple Times, Strikes Deputy’s Vehicle Before Arrest

At around 1:45 Monday morning, March 2nd, a PCSO deputy responded to the area in front of Bartow Executive...
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