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5 Ways to Start the School Year off Right

July 27, 2021

After all the stress and hardship brought on by the pandemic, many families were able to take a break from the uneasiness in the summer. But with school fast approaching, parents and children alike are concerned about returning to in-person classes as COVID-19 cases are on the rise again.

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Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Highlight: Tu Café

July 13, 2021

When Jackson required our business to become an SBE vendor, we did not have the internal resources to go through that process. But Jackson immediately had someone from their team assist us, walking us through the registration process.

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Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Highlight: Esquire Express, Inc.

June 21, 2021

Small businesses are the backbone of every community. We support local families with jobs and opportunities. We are very grateful that Jackson gives a higher priority to hiring local businesses.

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From Your Child’s First Playdate to High School Graduation, There is a Question Every Parent Should ASK.

June 21, 2021

ASK Day, stands for Asking Saves Kids, is an opportunity to remind parents and caregivers of the importance of ASKing about guns in the home to prevent unintentional firearm injuries.

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12 Tips to Keep You and Your Loved Ones Safe This Summer

June 16, 2021

As the school year ends, we all begin gathering with friends and family as more pandemic restrictions are lifted, many of us are eager to host and attend backyard barbecues. Here are some common injuries we see resulting from summer gatherings.

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Q & A with Dr. Bhat: Health Advice for Men of all Ages

June 16, 2021

When it comes to our health, we all can procrastinate. Studies have found that many men would rather do anything — including clean a bathroom or mow the lawn instead of going to the doctor. But prevention is the best way to catch a medical condition early.

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Young Woman Reconnects with Physician Who Saved Her Life as a Baby From an Airway Disorder

June 15, 2021

“I was high-risk in my second trimester,” said Rivera. “I was given steroids to try to speed up the development of Tyani’s lungs but my kidneys were failing at the same time.”

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Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Highlight: Ferguson Glasgow Schuster Soto, Inc.

May 25, 2021

About 25 years ago, Ferguson Glasgow Schuster Soto (FGSS), Inc. responded to an RFQ advertised by Miami-Dade County Procurement for a continuing services contract.

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BE FAST: Know the Signs of Stroke and Get Treatment Quickly

May 21, 2021

If you experience a stroke, every minute counts. Every minute that you wait to receive treatment results in about 2 million brain cells lost. The faster you recognize the symptoms of a stroke and get help, the better your chances for survival are.

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Family Helps Save a Miami Gardens Man by Recognizing the Early Signs of a Stroke