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The area of the brain where the gray matter loss occurred is predictive of future cognitive decline, indicating these adults might have greater risk of developing dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, Tanner continues. “Other researchers have shown that non-Hispanic black adults are up to twice as likely as non-Hispanic white adults to develop Alzheimer’s disease. Findings indicate a variety of environmental factor might be contributing. This study helps us begin to identify an additional factor to explore that may contribute to health disparities in rates of dementia in some underrepresented ethnic/race groups. In this case, it looks like a stage of chronic pain, along with other life experiences, may be playing a role.”
“The body and the brain are adaptive to stress to a certain point,” says the study’s senior author Kimberly Sibille, Ph.D., an associate professor of aging and geriatric research and pain medicine at UF College of Medicine. “But with persistent stressors that are more intense and longer duration, eventually the body’s response is no longer adaptive and changes start occurring in the other direction, a process known as allostatic overload. “We have previously shown relationships with stress-related clinical measures and now we show relationships in the brain,” she continues. “People with low pain stage— intermittent, low intensity, shorter duration and minimal sites of pain—differ from groups with higher stages of chronic pain. Further, in combination with lower protective factors, including lower income, education and health insurance access, those individuals with higher chronic pain stage show less gray matter in cortical areas of the brain.”
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356,500 cardiac arrests occur outside hospitals, making it the third leading cause of death in the country. In Clay County, more than 300 people experience sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) annually and need immediate attention. To help address this need, the county’s Fire Rescue department is partnering with PulsePoint, a technology service that works through a pair of smart phone apps that notifies nearby users of the need for help and identifies the location of the nearest Automated External Defibrillator (AED). The PulsePoint Respond app allows the public to follow the Fire Rescue 911 calls to see where vehicle accidents, fires or medical emergencies are occurring in real time. “The Brain and vital organs need oxygen restored rapidly after an SCA or permanent brain damage can occur within minutes,” says Clay County Fire Rescue Chief David Motes. “High-quality chest compressions or defibrillation must be delivered within moments to offer the best possible outcome for those suffering SCA outside of the hospital. Our partnership with PulsePoint will immediately alert bystanders of the need for help, so they can begin these life-saving actions while paramedics are in route.” There is no charge to download or use the PulsePoint applications, available at the App Store and Google Play. u
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While more research is needed to understand the complex relationship between the brain, pain and stress, the findings suggest that some individuals with chronic pain who are at increased risk for gray matter loss might benefit from earlier identification and treatment for the pain, Tanner says.
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The study included 147 adults between the ages of 45 and 48 who experience mild to moderate knee pain. Participants were asked to provide sociodemographic information, complete a brief assessment of cognitive function and answer questions about their experiences of knee pain intensity, frequency, how long it has been occurring and if they experience pain in other areas of the body.
“I think what this research offers is further understanding of the consequences of chronic pain and associated risk and protective factors and approaches to improve how we assess chronic pain, which will hopefully inform our efforts to treat pain,” Sibille concludes. u
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DELRAY BEACH
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ocated directly on the beach, The Seagate is a private club/ resort property combination (not unlike the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club). It features all the expected upscale amenities such as an oceanside pool, private cabanas and watersport rentals. What separates the 154-room boutique hotel from other Delray Beach accommodations is guests also receive access to Seagate’s country club (golf, tennis, pickleball) and a 44-slip yacht club, including all of their services and dining options. Speaking of dining: Atlantic Grille is an award-winning restaurant specializing in seafood, of course. The sleek interior design is highlighted by glowing aquariums and plates of seared scallops and crab cakes. On the beach, chairs, umbrellas, and standup paddle boards stand at the ready. Those feeling adventurous can swim out to the wreck of the SS Inchulva, a steamship that sank in 1903. There’s not much left of her, but enough to attract snorkelers and fish of all sorts.
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ince the 1960 release of the film classic Where the Boys Are (starring Connie Francis and George Hamilton), Fort Lauderdale has been a household name for vacationers in search of Florida surf and sand. Lesser known but possessing beach buckets full of charm and character is the nearby town of Lauderdale-By-The-Sea. Ordinances restricting towering high-rise hotels and condos mean the oceanfront and downtown area are flush with family-owned hotels and mom-and-pop eateries. Perhaps the town’s signature visitor attraction lies about 100 yards off shore, depending on the tides. A genuine shallow water reef runs up and down the beachfront, making for easy-access snorkeling. Another reef is located a bit farther out in the ocean, but close enough that tiny fleets of red-and-white-striped Diver Down flags often can be seen bobbing up and down out beyond the shore break. One need not travel to the Bahamas to see colorful tropical fish. There are schools of them swimming right here.
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uxury and Palm Beach go together like caviar and champagne, Florida and the color pink, piña coladas and the beach. Upscale lodgings in this slice of Sunshine State shoreline are plentiful, and among the best is the Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa. Situated along the Atlantic across seven acres of coastline with postcard views of the ocean and tropical foliage, the AAA Five Diamond property has a Capri meets Palm Beach vibe. The 42,000 square foot spa at Eau isn’t a tacked-on extra just in case a guest wants a massage. It’s a primary attraction to the resort and practically as busy on a summer day as the two pools and tennis courts. There are six different options for food and drinks, including the beachside Breeze Ocean Kitchen. Blackberry-infused margarita, anyone? The resort is minutes from the lively Palm Beach nightlife and shopping district, though with a setting this lush and beautiful, leaving to go somewhere else doesn’t seem necessary.
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he soft white sands and gentle surf of St. Pete Beach have been attracting summer and winter vacationers for more than 100 years. And for about that long, guests have been checking into the Pink Palace, also known as The Don CeSar hotel. Since 1928, the pink and white facade of The landmark hotel has been a beacon for travelers, including celebrities such as F. Scott Fitzgerald. A three-year renovation and redesign plan was completed earlier this year and was intended to bring a fresh look to everything from the corridors to the meeting spaces. In addition, the hotel’s shops, lobby bar and its fine-dining restaurant Maritana were also updated. Two things that remain the same? St. Pete’s broad, sugary white beach and the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico. About a half-mile down the beach is the Don’s sister property, the Beach House Suites. Here, 71 suites are designed with home-like amenities for families and groups looking for extended stays. Recent upgrades here include a lounge, event lawn, restaurant, rooftop deck and a pool bar.
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here are dozens of outstanding hotels lining Collins Road and Ocean Drive in Miami Beach. The Fontainebleu, Ritz-Carlton, Loews, W South Beach—the notable names are many, with some dating back to the sunshine-splashed playground’s heydays of the 1920s, ‘30s and ‘40s. The Shelborne South Beach was originally built in the 1940s in the Art Deco style now epitomized by the surrounding neighborhood’s glamour and allure. The property recently completed several renovations, including upgrading guest rooms and event space. Kept were the 250-room hotel’s signature elements like the 70-year-old diving platform at the pool, as well as the vintage-chic furnishings that complete the stylish visual appeal. The whole of South Beach is an attraction, with boutiques, galleries, bars, cafes and restaurants peppered across miles of beachy beauty. The heart of the Art Deco Historic District is due south down the beach from the Shelborne. You’ll know it when you’re there.
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ften described as a combination of fishing, snorkeling and treasure hunting, scalloping is a longtime Florida tradition in the Big Bend region of Florida. And some of the best scalloping anywhere in the Sunshine State can be found in Crystal River, where scalloping season runs from July 1 through September 24. With just a short boat ride, snorklers can hunt for sweet bay scallops in just three to eight feet of water along the grassy beds in the Gulf of Mexico. For those who don’t own a boat (or have a friend who does), boats and gear can be rented from multiple outfitters and guided scalloping excursions are also offered. Of course, the best part of scalloping is being able to eat the day’s catch. Gorgeous swimmable springs and a vast network of rivers, lakes, marshlands and mangroves make Crystal River a haven for kayaking, canoeing, fishing and tubing. Also, the area is the only place in the country where one can legally swim with manatees.
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The Quiz TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE OF ALL THINGS JACKSONVILLE
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A West Indian manatee can grow up to 10 feet in length, weigh 1,200 pounds, and live for 60 years. When resting, approximately how long can one stay submerged while holding its breath?
2 Former Major League Baseball star Alex Rodriguez played for the AA minor league Jacksonville Suns in 1994 at age 18. How many games did he play for the team before being called up to the Majors later that same year?
Horseback riding is permitted on the beaches of Amelia Island State Park, courtesy of horses provided by Kelly Seahorse Ranch. How many other Florida state parks allow horseback riding on the beach?
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In October 2020, a large bird had to be trapped by the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, Florida Fish and Wildlife, and the city’s Animal Control department after emergency calls were made claiming the bird was chasing residents of a Westside neighborhood. What kind of bird was it?
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According to the Association of Religion Data Archives, in 2010 there were approximately 675,000 people who regularly attended religious faith services in Jacksonville. To the nearest hundred, how many different houses of worship/congregations did these people support?
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Alexander Darnes was born in St. Augustine in 1840. After the Civil War he received a undergraduate degree from Lincoln University in Pennsylvania. He returned to Northeast Florida and earned the distinction as being the first African American in Jacksonville history in this career field. What was his profession?
ANSWERS: 1. 20 minutes 2. 17 games 3. Zero 4. A physician 5. Emu 6. 1,300
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