A recent report from the American College of Emergency
Physicians’ gave Florida a failing grade in access to emergency care.
WGCU’s John Davis has more.

The Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida is expanding its advocacy programs to include kids and families in Collier County.  WGCU’s Mike Kiniry reports.


 

 

Elder abuse studies show many reported incidents don't necessarily occurr at nursing homes. A local group is hosting a symposium Friday in observance of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The keynote speaker will focus on elder abuse. WGCU’s Luis Hernandez reports.

The state has selected six companies to provide health insurance for residents without medical coverage. As James Call reports, the state is awarding contracts to Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Florida and
United Healthcare for statewide coverage…and four other companies to provide regional coverage.

Mental health advocates held a candlelight vigil atop the state capital yesterday to honor those struggling with mental illness – and the loved ones who support them. Margie Menzel reports.

Public Health has been one of the hot-button issues in the presidential race, but what do most citizens know about it? And what healthcare problems currently face this area? FGCU students partnered with The News Press to hold a forum to raise public awareness about the healthcare issue and the differing perspectives surrounding it. WGCU’s Katie Pankow reports.

Health care costs in Florida are increasing at three times the pace of worker’s salaries according to a national consumer health organization. Karen Feagins has more on a study released yesterday by the non-partisan group Families USA.

In an effort to combat the growing number of kids abusing prescription pharmaceutical drugs, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office is holding a “Prescription Cleanout” on Saturday. WGCU’s John Davis reports.

Some nursing home-bound Medicaid recipients in Florida say they want out – and they're hoping a lawsuit will open the right doors. Margie Menzel reports.

Until recently, hospital death rates were kept strictly confidential. Now, anyone with access to a computer can compare the government's best estimates for mortality rates on any hospital in the country. WGCU's John Davis reports on how Southwest Florida's Hospitals fare.