1. "Floridians rank in top 5 for no health insurance By Christine Sexton"
https://infoweb-newsbank-com.lp.hscl.ufl.edu/apps/news/document-view?p=WORLDNEWS&t=pubname%3AFTUB%21Florida%2BTimes-Union%252C%2BThe%2B%2528Jacksonville%252C%2BFL%2529/year%3A2018%212018/mody%3A0914%21September%2B14&f=advanced&action=browse&format=text&docref=news/16E6F72672D7E268
This article is about Floridians and the large rate of citizens that do not have health insurance. Florida has the fifth highest rate of uninsured citizens. Most of the people that have insurance get it from their employer. Any other people would purchase their policies directly. The author continues to state that we must develop a program to decrease the rate of citizens that do not have health insurance.
Problem- Florida's high rate of people without health insurance.
Who has the problem- people without health insurance.
2. "Few options for apartment seekers By Stuart Korfhage"
https://infoweb-newsbank-com.lp.hscl.ufl.edu/apps/news/document-view?p=WORLDNEWS&t=pubname%3AFTUB%21Florida%2BTimes-Union%252C%2BThe%2B%2528Jacksonville%252C%2BFL%2529/year%3A2018%212018/mody%3A0914%21September%2B14&f=advanced&action=browse&format=text&docref=news/16E6F726A5225518
People that are looking for apartments in St. Johns county are finding it harder and harder. The only thing being built in St. Johns County is family homes and town homes. The only place to find apartments is in the Jacksonville area. It simply comes down to money. It is more expensive to live in St. Johns County than Jacksonville because the schools and area is much better.
Problem- Limited supply of apartments in St. Johns County
Who has the problem?- People looking for an apartment in St. Johns County
3. "The threat of youth obesity"
https://infoweb-newsbank-com.lp.hscl.ufl.edu/apps/news/document-view?p=WORLDNEWS&t=pubname%3AFTUB%21Florida%2BTimes-Union%252C%2BThe%2B%2528Jacksonville%252C%2BFL%2529/year%3A2018%212018/mody%3A0913%21September%2B13&f=advanced&action=browse&format=text&docref=news/16E6A2285C527148
Youth obesity is a problem across America. In Duval County, 1 7 high school students are obese. Most of them say they do not receive sufficient exercise, which is a primary reason for childhood obesity. They are spending 3 to 4 hours a day in front television or computer screens instead of going outside and playing. of A lot of students also say that they have a poor diet, which is another problem to fight obesity. Parents and schools need to make a change. They need to give these kids more time to go outside and play and also provide them with a healthier diet.
Problem- Youth obesity
Who has the problem?- Children and their parents
4. Too many youths don't feel safe
https://infoweb-newsbank-com.lp.hscl.ufl.edu/apps/news/document-view?p=WORLDNEWS&t=pubname%3AFTUB%21Florida%2BTimes-Union%252C%2BThe%2B%2528Jacksonville%252C%2BFL%2529/year%3A2018%212018/mody%3A0912%21September%2B12&f=advanced&action=browse&format=text&docref=news/16E64D4C84C94010
Children do not feel safe going to school. They fear being physically and emotionally abused. Most of the children that say they fear unsafe were in the Arlington and Intercoastal schools on the West side. This particular area of Jacksonville is the rougher side of town. The main problem is the bullying the kids go through.
Problem- Children feel unsafe
Who has the problem?- Children and their parents, and schools
5. "Alligator attacks on rise in state By Daniel Figueroa IV"
https://infoweb-newsbank-com.lp.hscl.ufl.edu/apps/news/document-view?p=WORLDNEWS&t=pubname%3AFTUB%21Florida%2BTimes-Union%252C%2BThe%2B%2528Jacksonville%252C%2BFL%2529/year%3A2018%212018/mody%3A0909%21September%2B09&f=advanced&action=browse&format=text&docref=news/16E5507C1F72EF10
Gator attacks are on the rise. The most recent attack happened when a homeless woman was bathing in Lake Hernando. An alligator latched onto her arm and attempted to drag her in. Luckily her friend was there to save her. She was taken to the hospital to be treated and later released. Gators were hunted in Florida and nearly extinct. Scientists are saying that as Florida's population and development has increased, so have alligator attacks. The wildlife commission is doing their best to keep the public safe, but is finding it difficult. If there is a lake or large body of water near you, then chances are there is an alligator in there. If we know there is an alligator in a body of water, they are removed if they become larger than 4 feet or if they become a threat. The wildlife commission advises not to feed alligators, keep your distance, only swim in designated swimming areas, and to keep your pets away from lakes and other bodies of water where an alligator may reside.
Problem- Rising alligator attacks
Who has the problem?- People in areas where alligators may live
I think all of the local articles you listed do have the chance to become opportunities. The article about childhood obesity and children’s safety are particularly important to notice. Parents want the best for their children, so they are willing to protect their health and safety. This creates an opportunity to help children and give their parents peace of mind. As for the alligator attacks, I was surprised to hear that they are so prevalent, but I understand why that is.
ReplyDeleteOut of all the stories you posted, I believe that they all have potential to develop into opportunities. Having no health insurance is a serious issue that should be taken care of as soon as possible. In regards to youth obesity in Duval county, I'm sure the local schools can discover ways to keep students active and encourage them to be healthy.
ReplyDeleteYour articles were perfect and very interesting to read about. You did great finding opportunities. Hopefully you can put one into action! I think childhood obesity is a very serious problem in today's world. Many opportunities for research there.
ReplyDeleteNice work on the articles you picked. They all definitely have some sort of opportunity to be realized in them. I thought the article about finding housing in Saint John's County was interesting because with the constant increase of people coming to Florida, the cost of renting and buying continues to go up. There are many opportunities in that market.
ReplyDeleteGreat post Tyler, the articles you chose were very interesting to read and showed real potential, the health insurance article in particular is very similar to the article I witnessed regarding Florida being in the top three states for mortgage fraud, and Florida is definitely the one dealing with the issue in these cases, but Florida is also to blame, so the state needs to fix its own issue which I feel is harder to do without outside help.
ReplyDeleteThere is definitely an opportunity to do something about the large population in Florida that do not have health insurance. Hel insurance is a necessity and a safeguard for so many people, and it is important for as many people as possible to have it. Also, the problems with apartments in St. Johns County is an opportunity to get to provide more people with places to live in a nice part of Florida.
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