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Kerry Firth

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We’ll ‘show’ you! Riverside’s Spring Gala oozes optimism

It was a perfect Florida evening as some 350 guests, dressed in their finest attire, ascended the grand ...

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‘Habitat’ donors thanked for creating ‘generational change’

At a recent Donor Appreciation Reception at Holy Cross Parish Hall, Trevor Loomis, executive director of Indian River ...

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Age management practice offers innovative treatments

Dr. Mel Richardson, formerly the medical director of Grove Place Surgery Center in Vero Beach, has opened an ...

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Hibiscus’ ‘Wine and Dine’: A taste-treat tour de force

Roughly 200 supporters of the Hibiscus Children’s Center were given a culinary tour of the world, tasting gastronomic ...

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Support for homeless flourishes in ‘Secret Garden of Hope’

Rock City Gardens was transformed into a magical Secret Garden of Hope for the Hope for Families Center’s ...

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‘Qi’ wiz: Expert acupuncturist explains how needles help

Longtime Vero Beach acupuncturist Dr. Danny Quaranto got interested in healing via his participation in martial arts and ...

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Doctor focused on easing pain ‘without prescribing opiates’

Most people buy a new car knowing it’s going to need tune-ups and maintenance as it ages. Brakes, ...

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‘Buffett’ and buffet rock at Mental Health Assoc. benefit

The Mental Health Association of Indian River County recently held their annual MHA Rocks fundraiser at the Oak ...

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A boon to injured athletes: Non-invasive ‘hip arthroscopy’

It’s not only seniors who have hip problems. Young people, especially athletes, often have hip injuries resulting in ...

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Neuropathy’s numerous causes make it difficult to diagnose

It starts with a sensation of pins and needles or numbness in your hands and feet. It may ...

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Outpatient surgery centers get high marks for safety, savings

Are you in need of a surgical procedure but confused as to where to have it done and ...

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‘Valve-in-valve’ heart valve replacement now available here

“The A-Team of cardiologists at Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital literally saved my life,” said David Wallace, who ...