Youth lead charge against substance abuse
The Alliance for Health Communities holds youth advocacy meetings to end substance abuse.
Middle and high school students are invited to the meetings, which are held at three locations:
- 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month at the New Port Richey Recreation Center, 6630 Van Buren St., New Port Richey.
- 5 to 6 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month at South Holiday Library, 4649 Mile StretchDrive, Holiday.
- 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month at YESS Office Space, 15029 14th St., Dade City.
On the web: empoweredcommunities.org
Hospital earns accreditation for chest pain
DAVENPORT – The American College of Cardiology has recognized AdventHealth Heart of Florida in Davenport for its expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain.
AdventHealth Heart of Florida was awarded Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primary PCI in August based on an onsite evaluation of the staff’s ability to evaluate, diagnose and treat patients who may be experiencing a heart attack.
Hospitals receiving the accreditation must take part in a clinical process that includes: examining variances of care, developing an action plan; a rigorous onsite review; and monitoring for sustained success.
AdventHealth sites host free health talks
ZEPHYRHILLS – AdventHealth Zephyrhills has announced topics for free health Lunch and Learn talks over the next couple of months.
- Cardiology experts will speak at Keeping Your Heart Healthy from noon to 1 p.m. Sept. 18.
- Women’s Health will be the topic for October from noon to 1 p.m. Oct. 24.
Both events are at The Genesis Community Center, 38112 15th Ave.
Call 877-534-3108 or visit AHZephyrhills.com/Events to register.
BayCare offers health screenings
LAND O’ LAKES – BayCare will offer free health screenings at Land O Lakes Library.
This includes lipid screenings with blood pressure, lipid, BMI and glucose checks (all done via finger sticks). Each screening should take about 10 to 15 minutes per person.
The event takes place from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Sept. 19 at 2818 Collier Parkway. Walk-ins are welcome.
