Sarasota Memorial Among 50 Top U.S. Heart Hospitals: Study

Only four Florida hospitals made the list of the nation’s 50 top-performing cardiovascular hospitals from Fortune and IBM Watson Health.

COVID-19 Vaccine For Kids 5-11 Available At DOH-Sarasota

The Department of Health in Sarasota will offer the COVID-19 vaccine to children ages 5-11 in Sarasota, North Port starting Monday.

‘A’ Grades In Patient Safety Given To Sarasota, Manatee Hospitals

Five hospitals in Sarasota and Manatee counties earned an “A” grade from Leapfrog in patient safety.

‘Age-Friendly’ Designation Awarded To Sarasota Health Department

FL Department of Health in Sarasota County is the first local health department to be recognized as an Age-Friendly Public Health System.

Shipments Of COVID Vaccine For Kids On Their Way To Sarasota: DOH

No county health departments in West Central Florida region have received the COVID-19 vaccine for kids 5-11 yet, DOH-Sarasota County said.

Sarasota County Ranks Well In New 'Maternal Vulnerability' Index

The U.S. ranks poorly among developed countries for maternal health. Here is how Sarasota County compares to the U.S.

2 COVID-19 Testing Sites Scale Back Hours In Sarasota County: DOH

COVID-19 testing no longer available on Saturdays at the Robert L. Taylor Community Complex in Sarasota, Dallas White Park in North Port.

COVID Testing Site At RL Taylor Complex Will Be Closed Saturday

The COVID-19 testing site at Sarasota’s Robert L. Taylor Community Complex will be closed Saturday because of annual Collard Greens Fest.

Red Tide Levels On The Rise, Sarasota County Health Alert Issued

The FL Department of Health in Sarasota County has issued a health alert for area beaches after elevated levels of red tide were detected.

FL COVID-19 News: FL May Sue Biden, School Boards Relax Policies

In other COVID-19 news: 17-year-old senior dies, Florida buys antibody drug from manufacturer, school board won't hear mask discussion.

After Biden’s Vaccine Order, Sarasota Memorial Unsure Of Impact

The hospital’s CEO told staff that SMH is waiting for more details about Biden’s vaccine mandate for health care workers, offers incentive.

Rain Closes 2 Sarasota County COVID Testing Sites Thursday: DOH

The testing sites at Sarasota's Robert L. Taylor Community Center, North Port's Dallas White Park closed Thursday due to weather, DOH said.

New COVID-19 Testing Site Opens At Ed Smith Stadium

A fourth COVID-19 site opened Thursday in Sarasota County as new cases, hospitalizations and deaths continue to rise.

Hospital Expands Morgue Capacity By Leasing Refrigerated Trailer

Sarasota Memorial Hospital leased a refrigerated trailer to expand its morgue capacity as COVID-19 hospitalizations, deaths rise in the area

Hours Updated At COVID-19 Testing Site In North Port

The COVID-19 testing site at Dallas White Park in North Port will be open Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Record COVID-19 Hospitalizations Reported At Sarasota Memorial

Sarasota Memorial Hospital is caring for 230 coronavirus patients Monday, the highest number hospitalized during the pandemic.

Red Tide Areas Remain In Manatee, Sarasota Counties

Red tide can cause people with severe or chronic respiratory conditions to be seriously ill.

Long Lines At Kennel Club Testing Site, No Wait At Taylor Complex

There’s a several hours wait for COVID-19 testing at the Sarasota Kennel Club Tuesday; no wait at the Robert Taylor Complex, police said.

CDC Got COVID-19 Numbers Wrong, FL Department Of Health Tweets

The CDC reported more than 28,000 coronavirus cases each day Saturday and Sunday. FDOH said those numbers aren’t accurate.

U.S. Veterans’ Rowing and Kayaking Relocates, Earns Gold Medals

Charitable foundation created to rehabilitate injured and disabled veterans, this year relocated its corporate headquarters to Sarasota

2 Sarasota Hospitals Stop Allowing Visitors During COVID-19 Surge

With coronavirus spreading in Sarasota, Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Doctors Hospital of Sarasota updated their visitation policies.

Sarasota County Democratic Party Calls For School Mask Mandate

The Sarasota County School Board should require masks for students and staff, follow social distancing protocols, the SCDP said.

COVID-19 Testing Sites Open In Sarasota, North Port

The coronavirus testing site at the Robert L. Taylor Community Complex will reopen Saturday, while a new site opens at Dallas White Park.

Update: Hospital Capacity In Sarasota Area

Here's how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Sarasota County.

Hospitals In Sarasota, Manatee Counties Update Visitor Policies

With COVID-19 surging throughout the state, hospitals in Sarasota and Manatee counties have updated their visitor policies.

COVID-19 Cases Increase Tenfold In Sarasota County Within 1 Month

1,412 new coronavirus cases were reported in Sarasota County July 23-29. Mayo Clinic tool projects as many as 924 cases daily by Aug. 14.

Sarasota Memorial Hospital Limits Visitations During COVID Surge

Visiting hours at Sarasota Memorial Hospital are now limited to noon to 6 p.m. daily and 2 visitors for most in-patients.

Patch Survey: Share Your Thoughts About Florida’s COVID-19 Surge

As COVID-19 cases increase at a fast pace in Florida, how is this surge in cases affecting your habits? Take Patch's anonymous survey.

Elevated Red Tide Levels Present At Sarasota County Beaches: DOH

The Department of Health in Sarasota County has issued a health alert after red tide was found in elevated levels in the Gulf of Mexico.

New COVID-19 Cases In FL Increase 42 Percent In 1 Week: Report

According to Johns Hopkins University data, nearly 16,000 new coronavirus cases were reported in Florida in the last 7 days, reports said.

Red Tide Present At Sarasota County Beaches, Health Alert Issued

The Department of Health in Sarasota County sent out a health alert because of elevated levels of red tide at area beaches.

2nd Dose Pfizer, Moderna Vaccine Clinic Planned In North Port

A second-dose vaccine clinic distributing the Pfizer, Moderna vaccines will take place Saturday at North Port High School.

Vaccine Clinic To Close Permanently At Sarasota Square Mall

The COVID-19 vaccine clinic operated by the Department of Health in Sarasota County at Sarasota Square Mall will shut down for good June 24.

DOH Site Closed, Pop-up Clinics Planned Memorial Day Weekend

The Sarasota Square Mall vaccine clinic will close Saturday and Monday, while pop-up clinics are scheduled in Venice and North Port.

Normal Visiting Hours Resume At Sarasota Memorial Hospital

The hospital has opened its doors to more visitors and increased visiting hours after limiting visitations early in the COVID-19 pandemic.

Turning 65: Tips on Choosing the Right Medicare Plan

Join Advocate Health Advisors on Kate's Journey to 65 and learn about enrolling in Medicare.

Moderna Walk-Up Clinic Being Offered At Sarasota Square Mall

First and second doses of the vaccine are available daily and parents can bring their children ages 12 and up for Pfizer shots on Saturday.

Free COVID-19 Testing To Continue At Former Sarasota Kennel Club

The testing is available seven days a week after local health officials announced last week that state-run testing sites would be closed.

Vaccine Clinic For Ages 12 And Older Scheduled Saturday

Both the Pfizer and the Moderna vaccines will be available Saturday at Sarasota Square Mall.

FL Parents: Do You Want Your Young Teens Vaccinated?

Patch wants to know whether you plan on getting your young teens vaccinated now that the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine has expanded EUA.