Artificial intelligence is making its debut in mental health treatment
By Avery Parker | Mar. 5Companies are launching talk therapy tools designed to provide tailored support for clients.
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‘The quintessential queer salon’: Goldenrod Parlor redefines haircuttery in Gainesville
By Noor Sukkar | Nov. 8Tucked between Sunshine Records and Flashback’s Recycled Fashions, the nearly 1,600-square-foot hair salon is accompanied by the aroma of chatter and color, paired with a warm greeting from stylists at work.
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How to make it out of the darkness
By Noor Sukkar | Nov. 1Nine years after her father’s passing, Candi Morris said she advocates to any group she can about the warning signs of suicide across age demographics.
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College student eating disorders are on the rise. Here’s what to know.
By Zoey Thomas | Oct. 28Since 2013, eating disorders on campus have risen steadily. College has long proved a catalytic time for developing eating disorders — illnesses of obsession with food that may take the form of anorexia, bulimia or binge eating.
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UF TikTokers discuss life as a social media influencer
By Rachel Mish | Oct. 24Lough and Gibson Ardoline live their days as social media influencers on the UF campus, bringing their following along with them. With hundreds of thousands of followers across TikTok and Instagram, they face criticism and support, saying there are misconceptions about content creation.
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Gainesville community raises awareness for Sickle Cell
By Tanya Fedak | Sep. 23Streetlight hosted its second annual Strides for Sickle Cell Walk Sept. 21. With more than 300 people in attendance, the event raised over $4,000 to spread awareness for sickle cell disease.
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What to know about the UF Health insurance dispute
By Zoey Thomas | Sep. 9Thousands of people across Florida are facing disruptions in health coverage after UF Health and UnitedHealthcare failed to solve months-long contract negotiations. Patients with Medicaid and employer-sponsored commercial plans are now out-of-network at UF Health locations statewide. Medicare holders are not affected except at UF Health Flagler Hospital.
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Normalizing danger: UF students, health workers on college alcohol misuse
By Zoey Thomas | Sep. 3Almost 70% of UF students reported drinking in the last three months, about 6% higher than the national average. Although it’s normalized as part of the college experience, drinking also comes with mental and physical risks.
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UF Health and insurance company fail to reach agreement, disrupting care for thousands
By Zoey Thomas | Sep. 1The two entities had a Sept. 1 deadline to iron out disagreements over rates, claims processes and administrative demands.
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Local medical providers, residents grapple with health care gaps and food deserts
By Diego Perdomo | Feb. 12, 2024Addressing limited access to health in southeast Gainesville, community members and health care providers across Alachua County see solutions not only in improving access in policy, community engagement and education, but also in expanding food resources to the town.
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‘I am her voice, she is my heart’: UF alumni dedicate their lives to daughter with rare disorder
By Alexandra Burns | Jan. 13, 2024In the comfort of her Miami home, 34-year-old Julianne Espinosa lies in bed captivated by videos of Disney princesses flashing across her television screen. As echoes of “The Little Mermaid” fill her room, she smiles brightly, silently expressing the words she cannot say.
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Fitness for all: Gainesville fitness instructors uplift plus-sized community
By Jared Teitel | Mar. 4, 2022The world is beginning to embrace plus-sized beauty in the media and fashion industry. Some Gainesville studios and personal trainers are advocating for inclusivity.
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UF Gastro Student Organization brings light to gastrointestinal health disparities
By Tara Carroll | Dec. 10, 2021A UF student started the Gastro Student Association in light of the health disparities caused by gastrointestinal illnesses.
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Harn Museum exhibit reflects on the connection between plants and humans
By Kendra Westmoreland | Dec. 8, 2021The Harn Museum of Art's newest exhibit, entitled “Plant Life,” tcontains 12 pieces of artwork from the museum’s permanent collection that reflect the influence of plants on human society. The exhibit will remain open until Feb. 20 of next year.
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Young adults struggle with alcohol misuse more than other age groups
By Luigi Bencosme | Nov. 29, 2021While many may expect older people to be affected, data shows those aged 18 to 25 have the highest rate of alcohol use disorder.
