Scooter donation provides boost for Vietnam veteran Dan Bowers Health by Beverly Bidney - September 2, 2015September 2, 2015 BRIGHTON — Dan Bowers’ life became a little easier Aug. 12 when the Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) presented him with a motorized scooter at the Florida Seminole Veterans Building on Brighton Reservation. A Vietnam War veteran, Bowers suffers from the effects of Agent Orange, a toxic defoliant used during
Annual Wellness Conference revitalizes mind, body, soul Health by Beverly Bidney - July 30, 2015 MARCO ISLAND — For 22 years, Seminoles in Recovery’s Wellness Conference has provided the community with camaraderie and tools to make better choices for healthier lives, a fact Helene Buster hopes will make a 23rd year possible. "I hope people see the fellowship of Tribal members and that there is sobriety
Health Department festivals educate Hollywood, Brighton Health by Beverly Bidney - July 1, 2015 More than 600 people learned about healthy living at health festivals May 28 at the Veterans Building in Brighton and June 9 at the Classic Gym in Hollywood. Sponsored by the Health Department, the events offered a comprehensive education about health to Tribal members and employees. "Sometimes people don’t come to
Big Cypress health fair offers passport to better living Health by Eileen Soler - April 29, 2015 BIG CYPRESS — Many of the nearly 300 people who streamed through the Big Cypress Health Fair April 17 at Junior Cypress Rodeo Arena probably thought they knew everything about the path to a healthy life, said Edna McDuffie, community outreach coordinator for the Seminole Health Department. "But we just need
Pedometer fitness challenge bets on improved health Health by Eileen Soler - April 7, 2015April 7, 2015 No one can say for sure how 101 Tribal members and employees who spend six weeks walking thousands of steps in a pedometer challenge could increase their odds in a poker game. What is known: losing a few pounds, gaining muscle strength and improving heart rate is definitely in the cards
‘Long overdue’ medical center to rise on Big Cypress Reservation Health by Beverly Bidney - February 27, 2015April 6, 2015 BIG CYPRESS — With an enormous earthmoving excavator marking the spot, Tribal officials broke ground Jan. 28 on the Big Cypress Medical Center. The nearly 30,000-square-foot facility is scheduled for completion in February 2016. "For me, this is the brightest day ever," Big Cypress Councilman Mondo Tiger said. "This will allow
Seminoles shrink 150 pounds during weight-loss challenge Health by Beverly Bidney - February 27, 2015April 6, 2015 BRIGHTON — Thirty Tribal members celebrated a collective weight loss of 150 pounds during a community luncheon held Feb. 3 at the Brighton Senior Center. Participants of the Seminole Pathways VII 21 Day Weight Loss Challenge planned to continue their newfound healthy eating habits right after the luncheon, which included treats
Renovated Tampa gym a good fit for health Health by Beverly Bidney - February 27, 2015April 6, 2015 TAMPA — A newly refurbished Tampa gym opened Jan. 8 after four months of renovations that have made it an inviting place to work out. Located in a warehouse bay adjacent to the Tampa Field Office, the gym was transformed from a dark, dingy space to a bright, cheerful place
Immokalee sweeps 15th annual Rez Rally Health by Beverly Bidney - January 29, 2015April 6, 2015 IMMOKALEE — They came to Immokalee from every reservation – more than 400 people dressed in team colors, pumped up and ready to win the battle for good health during the 15th annual Rez Rally. Runners, walkers, strollers and wheelchairs navigated the 5K course Jan. 17, and at the end of
New Year’s resolve: health, fitness Health by Beverly Bidney - January 29, 2015April 6, 2015 After indulging during the holiday season, community members tribalwide have resolved to lose weight and shape up for the new year. Allied Health helps with an array of programs to suit multiple needs. Hollywood trainer Jay Garland, who gained 23 pounds during the holidays, asked individuals to help motivate him, and