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Miami Herald
28-05-2025
- Health
- Miami Herald
How Miami has coped with a series of public health challenges
Health Care How Miami has coped with a series of public health challenges Miami has faced several public health challenges in recent years, including tackling mental health stigma, infectious diseases and gaps in healthcare resources. Community groups such as RER Consulting and Amplify Community Resources have developed programs like Teen Talk and wellness initiatives to help break down barriers in mental health, promoting dialogue and reducing stigma, especially in Black communities. Efforts to strengthen healthcare infrastructure are ongoing, as highlighted by Baptist Health Foundation's push for expanded research, workforce development and new medical centers. Meanwhile, leaders are working to address provider shortages, as seen by Florida's 'Live Healthy' legislation and calls to integrate mental health into primary care. Memories of the COVID-19 pandemic, with its shutdowns of businesses and shifts in daily life, show the need for ongoing investment in Miami's public health system. New Horizons Community Mental Health Center CEO Michele Wyatt-Sweeting and William Kelley, president of New Horizon's Board of directors, participate in a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the center's new Living Room facility on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. By Michelle Marchante NO. 1: MANY FLORIDIANS STRUGGLE TO ACCESS THE MENTAL HEALTHCARE THEY NEED. WHO'S TO BLAME? | OPINION Many Floridians are suffering with mental health and now a new federal rule could further curtail access to treatment | Opinion | Published May 7, 2024 | Read Full Story by Constance 'Connie' Garner In 2017, mental-health and substance-use disorder emergency department visits in the United States cost more than $5.6 billion, according to federal data. NO. 2: TACKLING THE MENTAL HEALTH STIGMA IN SOUTH FLORIDA'S BLACK AND BROWN COMMUNITIES | OPINION Far too many minorities avoid seeking help for fear that admitting to a mental health issue might be seen as a sign of weakness | Opinion | Published July 26, 2024 | Read Full Story by Ruban Roberts Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa is a stunning escape for wellness lovers. NO. 3: THIS YEAR, RESET YOUR MIND AND BODY AT THESE SERENE FLORIDA WELLNESS DESTINATIONS Dreaming of pure relaxation? Discover Florida's top retreats for spa days, Turkish baths and serene escapes that will leave you glowing inside and out. | Published January 7, 2025 | Read Full Story by Angela Caraway-Carlton Ken Griffin, citadel CEO, smiles while accepting recognition for his donation to the Miami Neuroscience Institute during a ceremony on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at Baptist Health Baptist Hospital in Miami, Fla. By Alie Skowronski NO. 4: BAPTIST HEALTH FOUNDATION LAUNCHES CAMPAIGN TO INVEST IN OUR HEALTHCARE FUTURE | OPINION Baptist Health Foundation is out to transform healthcare in Miami-Dade | Opinion | Published January 16, 2025 | Read Full Story by Michael L. Katz Miami-Dade County resident Joanna Moore creates a tombstone for her late mother's first cousin who recently died from COVID-19. Moore did so after an event on Nov. 24, 2020, to unveil an expanded memorial cemetery in Liberty City's Simonoff Park for those lost to the coronavirus. Moore's mother also passed away from COVID-19 in August. By Daniel A. Varela NO. 5: 'THIS IS APOCALYPSE NOW.' THE MOMENT MIAMI BEGAN SHUTTING DOWN AFTER PANDEMIC DECLARED See in real time what happened to businesses, work places, sports teams and prayer. | Published March 11, 2025 | Read Full Story by Miami Herald Archives The summary above was drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All stories listed were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists.
Miami Herald
14-02-2025
- Sport
- Miami Herald
Patricia O'Malley, devoted mother and trailblazing Miami coach, dies at 99
Patricia O'Malley's greatest joy was her family. A mother of nine, she embraced every moment with her children, encouraging them to remain close throughout their lives. Whether cheering them on at sporting events, celebrating milestones together, or simply gathering for family meals, she was the heart of the O'Malley family. 'She made it a point to ensure that this very, very large family always supported each other and stayed close,' said her youngest daughter, Jacquie O'Malley. But her mom also loved a competition. 'She loved the idea of really challenging yourself and being the best at what you love,' she said. Pat O'Malley's competitive drive and love for athletics shaped many young women, as she served as a coach and physical education teacher at Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart. In 1979, she coached Carrollton to its first state championship in tennis — an achievement that filled the small all-girls Coconut Grove school with immense pride. Patricia 'Pat' O'Malley died on Feb. 11 at age 99 in Fort Lauderdale, with her family at her side. Family life O'Malley saw many accomplishments in her career as an athlete and educator. But she was most proud of the family she led. Born in Cleveland in 1926, she moved to Miami with her husband, Robert Francis O'Malley, in 1960. They raised nine children in Pinecrest. Widowed at 46, she embraced her new solo role, steadfastly raising her children, whose ages spanned from 2 to the 20s. A devout Catholic, Pat's faith was a cornerstone of her life. 'What she represented was incredible strength and fortitude in providing a loving home and being able to really provide for us and guide us as a single mother,' Jacquie O'Malley said. Sports were an integral part of Pat O'Malley's life — not just professionally but personally. 'She was really blessed in being able to take her love for sports and turn it into a career that touched so many young women at Carrollton,' said her daughter, assistant vice president of the Baptist Health Foundation in South Florida. South Florida spirit Growing up with two brothers, O'Malley developed a lifelong love of athletics, which she passed down to her children — whether cheering on her sons at football games, traveling to tennis tournaments with her daughters or playing golf and tennis herself. She even built a clay tennis court on her property so her family could play together. She was a fierce competitor, scoring a hole-in-one on Valentine's Day, and she never missed a chance to root for her favorite teams — the Dolphins, Heat, Marlins, Hurricanes and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. She also spent many summers working at Carrollton's Dolphin Bay Camp. She cherished family celebrations, hosting St. Patrick's Day parties where all were welcome. Her birthdays were marked with trips to Gulfstream Park for horse racing, and visits to Opa, where even in her 80s, she could be found dancing. She enjoyed walks in Key Biscayne where she lived for many years after raising her children and was the president of the Golf Association. In her later years, Pat took pleasure in watching cruise ships from her Sky Harbour balcony in Fort Lauderdale, greeting them with her signature air horn. She lived with a daughter in Fort Lauderdale during her final years. And just as she encouraged her family to stick together and be close, they did so at the end. All nine of her children came together on Pat O'Malley's final day. Survivors and services O'Malley is survived by her nine children: Robert O'Malley Jr., Daniel O'Malley, Barbara O'Malley Hinterkopf, William O'Malley, Kathleen 'Kitty' O'Malley Rotella, Susan O'Malley Stevens, Erin O'Malley Plechaty, Kelly O'Malley Mulligan, Jacquie O'Malley Volpe, as well as and 17 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. A funeral Mass will be held at Saint Richard/ Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 7500 SW 152nd St. in Palmetto Bay, at 10 a.m. Feb. 22. Instead of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Food For the Poor in Pat O'Malley's honor.
Yahoo
30-01-2025
- Yahoo
Friends remember Park Plaza shooting victim Cynthia Gregory
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Police are still looking for whoever shot and killed a woman in the parking lot of the Park Plaza Mall Monday night. Cynthia Gregory, also called Cyndi, was 47 years old. She is being remembered by hundreds who knew her and her family, including Ann Basco. 'Cyndi, I love you and so many people do,' Basco said. Park Plaza shoppers 'shocked' after woman was shot, killed in mall parking lot Basco met Cyndi seven years ago when she walked into Cyndi's yoga class for the first time. Over the years, she said she learned from Cyndi how to stay physically and mentally fit. A friendship was built through her gentle words, caring instruction and many conversations. 'She treated everybody like they were the special person,' Basco said. 'She was definitely special.' Cyndi worked at the Baptist Health Foundation as its senior major gifts officer. Her coworker Janet Marshall shared a statement. 'She was a beautiful woman who was caring, funny, smart, hard-working, and a Christian wife and mom,' Marshall said. 'Cyndi wanted nothing but the best for her family and she will be greatly missed.' Little Rock police release name of woman killed in Park Plaza Mall shooting 'It's a shock. It's devastating, but I'm not going to give that person, who chose to do this act, I'm not going to give them control of my thoughts and my feelings,' Basco said. More than 400 people have donated to the family online. Pulaski Heights Middle School Principal Darryl James Powell sent a message to parents about Cyndi's death saying in part, 'This family is, and will always be, part of the PHMS family.' Cyndi's husband is the girl's basketball coach at Mills High School. According to Basco, at least one team within the Pulaski County Special School District had a moment of silence before their game Tuesday. Woman dead after being found shot in Park Plaza Mall parking lot In those moments of silence and disbelief, Basco said she is holding onto the words Cyndi ended every yoga class with: 'The light in me recognizes the light in you. Namaste.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
