May 13, 2014
'The American Nurse — Healing America' screening set May 19
Northwest Florida State College will participate in the nationwide screening of “The American Nurse: Healing America,” a documentary by photojournalist and filmmaker Carolyn Jones.
May 8, 2014
Okaloosa health department lifts health advisories for recreational waterways impacted by sewage
FORT WALTON BEACH — The Florida Department of Health in Okaloosa County (DOH-Okaloosa) has lifted all health advisories for recreational waterways impacted by nearby sewage spills caused by recent fl…
May 7, 2014
Okaloosa County health department: Avoid swimming, fishing, boating in contaminated areas
Due to sewage spills caused by recent flooding, the Florida Department of Health in Okaloosa County is monitoring contamination levels in the recreational waterways near the impacted areas. The follo…
May 6, 2014
WATER QUALITY UPDATE: Two parks receive advisories for hazardous water
FORT WALTON BEACH — Two Okaloosa County parks may have potentially hazardous bathing water, the Florida Department of Health in Okaloosa County stated this week.
May 5, 2014
Need for blood donations following flood conditions, jail explosion
OneBlood staffers ask that all donors living in areas unaffected by hazardous weather donate as soon as possible to help ensure the local supply remains strong.
May 5, 2014
Cosmetic session for women with cancer set May 12
Look Good Feel Better's next session is 1-3 p.m. May 12 at Fort Walton Beach Medical Center, Classroom B, third floor, 1000 Mar Walt Drive, Fort Walton Beach.
May 5, 2014
Poor water ratings due to recent flooding, health department states
Due to recent rainfall and flooding in our area, the Florida Department of Health in Okaloosa County has issued poor advisory ratings for all sites in the Healthy Beaches Monitoring Program.
May 1, 2014
Crestview mom praises Walker students' efforts to aid daughter's cancer treatment
CRESTVIEW — Katie Mitchell's weak immune system usually forces her to stay home. The 3-year-old was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia in December.
Apr 29, 2014
Relay nets $87K for cancer research
CRESTVIEW — The American Cancer Society has more than $87,460 following Saturday's Relay For Life at Shoal River Middle School.
Apr 28, 2014
Hospital observes National Donate Life Month
CRESTVIEW — Even when a loved one dies, there is hope, particularly if the deceased was an organ donor, North Okaloosa Medical Center staffers said.