Native youth report places spotlight on young leaders, issues Health Top News by Damon Scott - December 12, 2018 The Center for Native American Youth (CNAY) released its unique annual report Nov. 16. CNAY is an initiative of the Washington, D.C.-based Aspen Institute. The 2018 "State of Native Youth Report – Generation Indigenous," is meant to highlight young Native leaders who are working on programs and initiatives across the country
Tampa participates in Making Strides walk Health Top News by The Seminole Tribune - December 3, 2018December 3, 2018 TAMPA — The Seminole Tribe and Hard Rock had a major presence at the Making Strides of Tampa Walk on Oct. 20. A group of 24 Tribal members and staff walked with a larger contingent of Hard Rock team members in the walk downtown. Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
Brighton proudly wears pink for Indigenous Pink Day Health by The Seminole Tribune - November 6, 2018
The best way to prevent illness: wash your hands Health by Guest Contributor - November 1, 2018 By Mary Ann Darda, Community Environmental Health Specialist How many times did you hear your mother say “wash your hands” when you were little? Well, turns out mother had good reason to remind you to wash your hands. Washing your hands is the single best action you can take to avoid getting sick
Big Cypress hosts Wear Pink Day for breast cancer awareness Community Health by Damon Scott - November 1, 2018 BIG CYPRESS — One in eight women will get breast cancer in their lifetime, according to the American Indian Cancer Foundation. And the group says American Indians face inequities in the incidence of cancer and in the rate of mortality. To bring awareness to breast cancer and recognize cancer survivors, Tribal
Nursing professor receives $1.275M grant to reduce health risks of Native American youth Health News by Guest Contributor - November 1, 2018November 1, 2018 By Amy Farnum-Patronis, Florida State University News TALLAHASSEE — A Florida State University nursing professor is working toward reducing health risks among Native American and Alaska Native young adults in urban Florida thanks to a new federal grant. John Lowe, the McKenzie Endowed Professor for Health Disparities Research in the College of
Four ways to keep away ‘the silent killer’ Health by The Seminole Tribune - October 8, 2018 Submitted by Bob Lamendola, Florida Department of Health Broward County As hurricanes and tropical storms spin in the Atlantic Ocean, let’s think about things we can do to avoid danger. Here’s one: Prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. Tragically, a few Floridians die from CO gas almost every time a storm or an emergency
President Cypress remains strong voice for Natives battling diabetes Health Top News by Damon Scott - October 8, 2018 Mitchell Cypress is a fixture in the Seminole Tribe of Florida and has been for many years. He’s held several titles, positions and responsibilities. Cypress currently serves as the President of the Board of Directors and the Vice Chairman of the Tribal Council. But it’s his role as a mentor for
Breast cancer awareness events highlight October Health News by Derrick Tiger - October 4, 2018 In 1985, October was sanctioned by the American Cancer Society as the official month of breast cancer awareness. The month most associated with costumes and candy has become predominantly acquainted with pink ribbons. Each year thousands of business entities and organizations throughout the U.S. sponsor charities and events to help raise
Childhood vaccination myths, debunked Health by The Seminole Tribune - September 7, 2018 By Li Cohen Special to The Seminole Tribune One topic, one million opinions. The conversation surrounding vaccinating children often makes headlines, whether it’s professionals debating with parents, or celebrities who refuse to vaccinate their children in belief that they will cause autism, alter immune systems, release toxins, and overall, deem them not