International Overdose Awareness Day

1. Small, constricted "pinpoint pupils"
2. Falling asleep or loss of consciousness
3. Slow, weak, or no breathing
4. Choking or gurgling sounds
5. Limp body
6. Cold and/or clammy skin
7. Discolored skin (especially in lips and nails)

NARCAN® Saves Lives

Narcan Nasal Spray may counteract the life-threatening effects of an opioid overdose. Since most accidental overdoses occur in a home setting, it was developed for family, friends, and caregivers - with no medical training required.

HealthStreet has distributed 3,092 NARCAN® kits—6,184 total units—spanning June 1, 2024, to July 31, 2025.

HealthStreet has partnered with Florida Department of Children and Families to distribute NARCAN® in our community. Call 352-294-4880 today to get your own NARCAN® Nasal Spray at no charge to you.

Beef Minestrone Soup

This week’s featured recipe is beef minestrone soup! A hearty and satisfying savory dish with beef and a variety of vegetables - a nutritious dish perfect for a cozy night.

Ingredients:

• 1 yellow onion
• 2 cloves of garlic
• ½ can of canned carrots
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 2 Tbsp tomato paste
• 1 28 oz. can diced tomatoes
• 1 15 oz. can kidney beans
• 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
• 4 cups beef broth
• ½ lb of ground beef
• 1 cup  green beans
• 1 Tbsp lemon juice

• In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat, then add ground beef
• As the beef cooks, break it apart and cook until browned.
• Stir in the onion and garlic for around five minutes until the onion softens 
• Mix in tomato paste, and cook for about 2 minutes to deepen the flavor.
• Stir in diced tomatoes, carrots, kidney beans, and green beans.
• Sprinkle in Italian seasoning, then pour in beef broth.
• Bring the pot to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
• Cook the soup for 20–25 minutes and stir occasionally
• Stir in lemon juice for brightness.
• Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. 
  

Consider Donating to HealthStreet

Together, we can make a difference!

Your donation will directly support essential services and truly make a difference in our community. Every dollar you contribute helps us take steps towards reducing disparities that affect so many.

Just imagine the impact of your generosity: for $25, you can provide 15 personal care items, ensuring dignity and basic hygiene for those in need. With $50, we can purchase 16 daily bus passes to RTS, giving individuals reliable transportation to access vital jobs, healthcare, and services. And with $100, we can fuel the vehicles that our Community Health Workers use with 32 gallons of gasoline, enabling them to reach those in need and provide critical referrals and support.

We are also asking for direct donations of personal care items such as: shampoo, conditioner, bar soap, body wash, shaving kits & cream, toothpaste, toothbrushes, combs, deodorant, floss, pads, tampons, disposable wipes, hairbrushes and diapers.

Another way that you can make an impact in our community is by donating to the HealthStreet Clothing Closet! There is an ongoing need of the following items: men's clothing, women's clothing, children's clothing, baby clothing.

Clothing and personal care items can be directly donated at our HealthStreet location anytime between 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., so we can place these items into the hands of those who need them.

Let’s join forces and create an extraordinary impact together!

Thank you for your kindness!