The daughter of local theater folk, Hannah Wallace received her English degree from Stetson University and has been an editor for Sarasota (et al) since 2005, specializing in health, culture, cocktails and sarcasm. When she’s not researching bars or interviewing comedians, Hannah abuses her body and entertains observers with various athletic pursuits, including ice hockey and running from zombies.

The Beautiful Game

The World Cup Starts This Weekend and Local Soccer Fans Are Stoked

We asked four IMG Academy soccer coaches from around the world about their countries' teams and chances.

11/17/2022 By Hannah Wallace

Tourney Time

Women’s Pro Baseball Is Coming to Sarasota's Ed Smith Stadium Nov. 19-22

Ballplayers? We’ve got ballplayers.

11/07/2022 By Hannah Wallace

First Person

How a Trip to the Hospital Sent Me Into the Dark Recesses of My Own Mind

Last fall, writer Hannah Wallace walked into Sarasota Memorial Hospital under her own power. This is the story of what happened next.

09/09/2022 By Hannah Wallace

The Pandemic

SMH’s Dr. Manuel Gordillo on New Vaccines and CDC Guidelines

Gordillo sees new hope in the eased restrictions—even as he reiterates the importance of continued diligence and pro-vaccine messaging.

03/18/2021 By Hannah Wallace

Desk Health

How to Take Care of Your Body While You Work

Before you read this article, ask yourself: Are you slouching?

02/03/2021 By Hannah Wallace

Covid-19

Tested Positive for Covid-19? Here Are Treatment Options

There are treatments available for Covid-19 patients before their condition becomes severe—and even before they any develop symptoms at all.

01/14/2021 With Hannah Wallace

Health News

Genetic Testing Can Provide a Road Map for Your Future

Testing technology continues to evolve at warp speed.

12/10/2020 By Hannah Wallace

Gobble, Gobble

How to Have a Happy, Healthy Thanksgiving

Registered dietician Rebecca Henson shares her tips.

11/25/2020 By Hannah Wallace

Working Overtime

How the Fire Department Is Handling Emergencies Safely Amid the Pandemic

Covid-19 has added a new wrinkle to the difficult jobs of first responders.

11/23/2020 By Hannah Wallace

Health News

USF Nursing Course to Address Covid-19, Burnout

In February of this year, a national study by UC San Diego confirmed that suicide risk was significantly higher among nurses than the general population.

11/20/2020 By Hannah Wallace

Health News

November Is National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month

Alzheimer’s researchers around the globe suffered a major setback this month, but Sarasota’s Roskamp Institute remains a significant force in the search for an effective treatment.

11/16/2020 By Hannah Wallace

Cheers for Tears

Dry Eyes Have Intensified in Lockdown

All that time spent staring at our screens causes a 50 percent or higher reduction in your blink rate.

10/07/2020 By Hannah Wallace

Mental Health

September Is Suicide Prevention Month

In August, the CDC released data that revealed that one in four young adults had considered suicide because of the pandemic. Local organizations are taking action.

09/08/2020 By Hannah Wallace