Health & Fitness

The Pandemic

If You're on Medicare Part B, You Can Get Up to Eight Free Covid Tests Per Month

Tests can be sent to your home, or you can pick them up at local Medicare-approved health clinics.

02/22/2022 By Samantha Lane

sweet sweat

Circle the Sun Fitness, a New 24-Hour Gym, Is Headed to Sarasota

Two Bradenton-based gym owners are partnering to open a new fitness center in September, and you're invited to learn more this Sunday.

02/17/2022 By Kim Doleatto

Your Health Questions Answered

What to Make With That Leftover Valentine's Day Chocolate

Don't let it go to waste—instead, add it to these delicious and healthy recipes courtesy of nutritionist Mikka Knapp.

02/16/2022 By Allison Forsyth

Your Health Questions Answered

Pro Tips for Keeping Kids' Smiles Healthy

Pediatric dentist Dr. Manav Malik shares tips for keeping children's mouths healthy and clean between appointments.

02/09/2022 By Allison Forsyth

Covid-19 Update

What's the Status of Covid-19 in Sarasota-Manatee Right Now?

The good news: the local positivity rate is decreasing, and so are hospitalizations.

02/08/2022 By Allison Forsyth

Sweet Success

Follow a Bradenton Baker and TikTok Star on Her Fitness Journey

Tara Allison is the owner of Sweets Bakehouse and runs a TikTok account called 'Fat Girl Fit' that has more than 126,000 followers.

02/04/2022 By Allison Forsyth

Your Health Questions Answered

How Can Runners Avoid Plantar Fasciitis?

A Fit2Run manager explains this pesky injury of and offers tips for how runners can heal it.

02/02/2022 By Allison Forsyth

The Pandemic

Can Omicron Cause Long Covid?

And what exactly is long Covid, anyway? Dr. Tanya Schreibman of CAN Community Health weighs in.

01/28/2022 By Allison Forsyth

Grants

WBTT Approved by National Endowment for the Arts for American Rescue Plan Grant

The $50,000 in funding will be used to support artistic team salaries.

01/27/2022 By Staff

The Pandemic

Here's Where to Get a Covid Test in Sarasota-Manatee Right Now

We've updated this post with the link to order free tests through USPS.

01/26/2022 By Allison Forsyth

Covid-19

Where to Get a Covid Test or Vaccine in Sarasota and Manatee Counties

Bookmark this list of local testing sites, vaccination sites and how to access Covid-related aid, such as rental assistance.

01/26/2022 By Allison Forsyth

Runner's High

Run For a Good Cause This Weekend at Nathan Benderson Park

Fit2Run is hosting its second annual Big Bill 5k, which supports survivors of childhood cancer as well as bereaved siblings.

01/25/2022 By Allison Forsyth

Your Health Questions Answered

Which Sarasota Fitness Group Is Right for You?

Looking for fun ways to exercise and meet other Sarasotans? Here are some free and low-cost groups to check out.

01/25/2022 By Allison Forsyth

Shine Bright

How to Choose the Right Crystal for Your Zodiac Sign

Elysian Fields' crystal and gemstone expert Brooke Bertelsen shares her picks for every sign.

01/24/2022 By Samantha Lane

Women in Film

Ringling College Alum Debuts 'Code Red,' a Film About Period Poverty Shot in Sarasota

"Code Red," which was shot in Sarasota, is about sixth-grader Karman, who gets her period for the first time at school. The film brings awareness to the scarcity of feminine products provided at schools.

01/20/2022 By Allison Forsyth

Your Health Questions Answered

What Are Some Safe Ways to Incorporate Essential Oils Into Your Routine?

Spoiler alert: do not ingest them.

01/19/2022 By Allison Forsyth

Your Health Questions Answered

What Are the Best Self-Tanning Beauty Products?

These picks will leave your skin glowing.

01/12/2022 By Allison Forsyth

The Pandemic

SMH: Vast Majority of Local Covid Cases Are Omicron

"All of us have to be concerned about the rapidity of this spread."

01/07/2022 By Allison Forsyth

The pandemic

Is There a Difference Between Omicron and Delta Variant Symptoms?

While both cause things like a dry cough, shortness of breath and fatigue, there are some slight differences.

01/06/2022 By Allison Forsyth

Your Health Questions Answered

What Diet Trends Will Be Popular in 2022?

We looked up Florida's most Googled diets. Are they legit? Or simply fads?

01/05/2022 By Allison Forsyth