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Aug 15, 2017
INSIGHT Into Diversity
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Thesla Berne-Anderson, the FSU College of Medicine's director of undergraduate outreach and pre-college programs, was a recipient of the 2017 Inspiring Leaders in STEM Award. The award recognizes STEM leaders from underrepresented groups who encourage the next generation to pursue STEM education and careers.

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Aug 15, 2017
Sun Sentinel
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The discussions of when seniors should stop driving for their own safety and that of others often are not easy to have. Alice Pomidor discusses some of the warning signs of decreased driving ability. The article elaborates on how to address those concerns among senior drivers.

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Aug 16, 2017
SELF.com
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Breastfeeding is often depicted as a seamless experience, but it's not easy for everyone. Joan Younger Meek, FSU College of Medicine's associate dean for graduate medical education, discusses some of the issues breastfeeding mothers face.

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Aug 21, 2017
The Ledger
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Winter Haven Hospital may receive funding to help develop a three-year family medicine residency program to bring much-needed primary care to uninsured or under-insured residents as well as underserved, at-risk, rural and elderly residents. Steve Nierman, president of Winter Haven Hospital, said the hospital is working on an agreement to partner with Florida State University’s College of Medicine.

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Aug 22, 2017
The Ledger
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Last week, Polk County’s Citizens Healthcare Oversight Committee recommended a three-year, $3.75 million initiative to launch a residency program at Winter Haven Hospital for primary-care physicians. Polk County, like many largely rural communities, is struggling to attract and keep primary-care doctors. Hospital President Steve Nierman said the hospital hopes to cut a deal with Florida State University’s medical school to supply the students.