Orlando Periodontics Meeting Patients at the Intersection of Education and Technology
Periodontal disease is the most common cause of tooth loss among adults, affecting three out of four Americans. More than that, this chronic inflammatory disease has also been linked to heart disease, stroke, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis and kidney diseases. So how can you protect your oral health as you age and help safeguard against these health conditions? A visit to the state-of-the-art Orlando Periodontics office in East Orlando may be the answer.
The Eyes and Ears of Your Community
Neighborhood Watch groups have been receiving extra attention lately due to the Trayvon Martin case unfolding in Sanford. In East Orlando, however, Neighborhood Watch coordinators stress that they are the eyes and ears of the community and their efforts do, in fact, provide for a safer neighborhood.
How to File a Police Report 101
Luckily, most of us are not regularly in situations where filing a police report is necessary. Because of this, the process can seem daunting and intimidating when the occasion arises. That's why we've put together a few tips from our local police forces to help guide you along. For instance, did you know that you can file police reports online?
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ORANGE COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE
It was not long ago that east Orange County was a quiet community known more for agriculture than the high levels of commercial and residential development that identify it today. As the community has grown and prospered, the Sheriff’s Office has also grown to ensure the quality of life of our citizens is maintained. Orange County Sheriff Jerry L. Demings Since 2003, the Sheriff’s... [Read more]
The Civilian Police Academy
Ask someone what a police officer does and they’ll probably respond “eat donuts” or “write speeding tickets.” But in truth, the job of a police officer goes far beyond these cliché images. To give the public a broader view of what law enforcement does, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) instituted the Civilian Police Academy, a free 12-week course that gives... [Read more]
Local Simulations Company
Engineering & Computer Simulations (ECS), based in East Orlando, has become a leader in the simulation training industry, servicing multiple government agencies and creating custom training programs designed to prepare first responders for whatever situation they may find themselves in. Recently, ECS announced they were chosen to continue development of the National Guard Bureau’s Arlington... [Read more]
Gangs in East Orlando
Are gangs in East Orlando worse than anywhere else in Orange County? The answer may surprise you. Last year it was reported in a local publication that East Orlando had the highest concentration of gang activity in Orange County. However, David Spall, sergeant of the Orange County Sheriff’s Office Gang Unit, says that statistic was taken out of context; and although the east side of Orange County... [Read more]
City of Orlando Aiming to Stop Domestic Violence
It Takes Courage to stop the cycle of domestic violence, but the city of Orlando is stepping up to the challenge. According to a release on CityOfOrlando.net, the number of domestic violence cases climbed 26 percent from 2008 to 2011. More than 3,700 cases were reported during those years and the number of domestic violence-related homicides doubled from 2010 to 2011 alone. “Last year, Mayor... [Read more]
SAFE Program Providing Support
These days, children and teenagers deal with a plethora of problems such as bullying, cyberbullying, pregnancy and even homelessness and domestic violence. These problems can be tough to deal with at any age, so it’s no wonder that many children who are faced with these problems tend to let their academics slip away. During Red Ribbon Week almost 500 students (about 30 percent of the student... [Read more]
From the Commissioner’s Desk
Having been your Commissioner for more than one year, I would like to personally share with you all that Orange County is doing to make our community a better place. That’s why I’ve committed to visiting various neighborhoods of District 4 to provide various in-depth updates on what Orange County is doing with your tax dollars. These meetings are designed to simultaneously inform you of... [Read more]
Extra Mile: Two Men and a Truck
We don’t need a psychiatrist to tell us that moving is stressful. It is not something we look forward to and is always a pain in the… lower back. Thankfully, a service that covers East Orlando alleviates the pain in moving by doing whatever it takes to help. They are Two Men and a Truck, but don’t let the name fool you. Two Men and a Truck has six trucks and 26 employees ready to... [Read more]
