Healthcare

The Best Version of You

People visit Northwest Florida just to get away from it all — imagine what living here will do for your health. In fact, most of counties in the region offer their own public health care. Ascension Sacred Heart has more than 150 specialists and primary care physicians in Northwest Florida and South Alabama. But heath is more than physical, and a noteworthy concentration of spas, and wellness centers on the shores of some of the nation’s most pristine beaches elevate Northwest Florida’s residents to a new level of mental happiness.

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100 Miles of white sandy beaches along the Emerald Coast

244 Days of sunshine on average

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Take Your Pick of Great Health Care Options

Whether the need is general health, behavioral health or rehabilitation, doctors and physicians in Northwest Florida offers comprehensive care for the whole person. U.S. News & World Report ranked Ascension Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola in the Top 25 hospitals in Florida. HCA Florida Gulf Coast offers the region’s only Level III Neonatal ICU.

Wellness Centers & Spas

Proactive Care for Healthy Living

Caring for your health is more than a reactive effort in Northwest Florida. With hundreds of spas and wellness centers to rejuvenate, finding your happy place is never a difficult task. The Surfside Spa in Miramar near Destin, FL, is a top recommendation from Trip Advisor. Crestview Health & Wellness Center provides natural pain treatment including chiropractic care, physical therapy and acupuncture.

The Great Outdoors

Find Your Inner Peace

Destress in a region with an average of 244 days of sunshine, pristine emerald waters and temperatures that rarely drop below 60 degrees. If you’re looking for a mood booster, you can’t go wrong with paddle boating or kayaking. But Northwest Florida offers so much more, including a slew of surprises like pine trees, caverns and natural springs to help you hone your inner peace.

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