Health & Fitness

Health Care

North Port Is Finally Getting Its Own Hospital

The Sarasota County Public Hospital Board approved a $450 million plan to build North Port’s first hospital this week.

01/29/2025 By Staff

The Secrets of Longevity

How to Live a Longer, Happier, Healthier Life

According to local residents and experts, genetics play a role, of course, but so do healthy habits, social connections and one’s personal attitude.

01/22/2025 By Kim Doleatto

45 Over 45

Meet 45 People Who Are Doing Amazing Things to Make Our Community a Better Place

We think you’ll be moved, surprised and inspired by the stories we’ve collected here.

01/13/2025

Red Light Special

Infrared Saunas Offer a Unique Twist on the Sauna Experience

Instead of heating up the air around your body, an infrared sauna heats up your body from the inside.

01/10/2025 By Stephanie Churn Lubow

The Secrets of Longevity

Lois Ross, 91, Says the Key to Living Long Is to Do What You Love

“Don't sit around. Find the thing you like to do and do it, and don't stop.”

01/10/2025 By Kim Doleatto

The Secrets of Longevity

Nancy Schlossberg Is a 95-Year-Old Rebel Who Isn’t Slowing Down

After retiring from a prominent career in higher education, Schlossberg leads the Aging Rebels group at Sarasota’s Senior Friendship Centers.

01/10/2025 By Megan McDonald

The Secrets of Longevity

At 95, Joe Floersheimer Is More Active Than Many People Half His Age

Floersheimer swims daily, plays tennis two or three times a week and still drives and rides a bike.

01/10/2025 By Cooper Levey-Baker

The Secrets of Longevity

Thanks to Good Genes, a Positive Attitude and Plenty of Socializing, Carol Hochberg Is Thriving at 91

“My mindset is that you have to make the choice to not be a basket case when bad things happen. When we are faced with tragedy, we have to not dwell, because life goes on."

01/10/2025 By Lauren Jackson

2024 Year in Review

A Look Back at Some of Our Best Stories of 2024

Editor in chief Cooper Levey-Baker selects his personal favorites.

12/19/2024 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Pump It Up

80-Year-Old Sarasota Entrepreneur Robert Warren Just Broke World Weightlifting Records

Warren is living proof that age is no barrier to strength.

09/18/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Guide to Giving

Being Generous Boosts Your Brain

People who engage in generous behaviors report higher levels of self-esteem and lower levels of depression.

09/01/2024 By Kim Doleatto

A Place to Grow

How Sarasota's Cyesis Program Helps Teen Parents Stay in School

“Cyesis was built to wrap expectant and parenting teens with the support they need most,” says program director Meredith Piazza.

09/01/2024 By Stephanie Churn Lubow

Guide to Giving

Giving Is Good for Your Heart (Really!)

The act of giving back can help buffer the effects of one of the body’s most lethal enemies: stress.

09/01/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Health News

Here’s What the CDC’s New IUD Pain Management Recommendations Mean for Patients

We spoke with leaders at Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central Florida—which is now offering sedation services for IUD placement—to learn more.

08/26/2024 By Kim Doleatto

Net Win

The New Bath + Racquet Is Partnering With Tennis Pro Tommy Haas

Haas is a former world No. 2 player and the owner of 15 ATP titles. He's bringing his expertise to the new Bath + Racquet Residences & Club, set to be completed in 2026.

08/19/2024 By Kim Doleatto

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Grateful Tonic, a New Wellness Center, Opened in Downtown Sarasota This Week

Owner Jill Fieldman is excited to share her expertise.

07/25/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Hot Topic

Heat-Related Illnesses Are Serious Threats, Especially in Summer. Here's How to Stay Safe.

One local organization has created widely admired heat protection protocols for agricultural workers. Plus, a trauma nurse shares her top tips for staying safe outside.

07/24/2024 By Megan McDonald

Screen Time

The Best Sunscreens for 2024, According to Sarasota Dermatologists

Living in sunny Sarasota means it's necessary to lather on the 'screen. Here are our top picks.

05/24/2024 By Allison Forsyth

Ruth's Story

A Journey Through Dementia

Dementia is an insidious malady that robs people of most of their mental faculties, personality and health. So it is with writer Bob McGinn's wife Ruth.

05/17/2024 By Bob McGinn

Best of Sarasota

The Best of Sarasota 2024: Readers' Poll

We polled our readers about their favorite shops, services and more. Here’s what you had to say.

05/01/2024