Bridgett Ellison

Orlando

Anchor at WKMG-TV (Orlando, FL)

Morning, 9am & Noon News Anchor - WKMG News 6

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Autism therapy in demand as Florida rates trend higher than national average

5 days ago | clickorlando.com | Bridgett Ellison

ORLANDO, Fla. - One in every 31 children will be diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, a slight increase from one in 36 in 2020, according to the CDC. In Florida, the rate is one in every 35 children diagnosed with autism. Studies show early intervention and therapy significantly improve developmental outcomes and quality of life for those diagnosed with autism.
'Fine-tuning their skills:' AdventHealth uses simulation lab to train nurses

2 weeks ago | clickorlando.com | Bridgett Ellison

DeLand, Fla. - A group of nurses observes a simulated bedside nurse visit at the AdventHealth Center for Simulation and Education in DeLand. "So what you're seeing today is essentially nurses practicing and fine tuning their skills in a safe environment. So whenever they're put in that environment, they're competent, they're confident, and they know who to reach out to for help to increase that quality of care for the patients," Chelsea Melady, training program manager said.
Orlando Health Digestive Institute uses AI to help find tumors in clinical study

2 weeks ago | clickorlando.com | Bridgett Ellison

ORLANDO, Fla. - Orlando Health is boosting its efforts to integrate the latest technology, including artificial intelligence, in how it cares for patients. News 6 anchor Bridgett Ellison took a tour of the newly expanded Orlando Health Digestive Institute in downtown Orlando Tuesday and spoke with a patient who credits the team with saving her life.
Lost attractions of Central Florida

2 weeks ago | clickorlando.com | Bridgett Ellison

Florida's theme parks and attractions have evolved over the years and multiplied. The "Old Florida" tourist experience often focused on history, culture and natural wonders. While some of those experiences are still around today, many have closed to make way for progress. News 6 anchor Bridgett Ellison took a look back at Florida's most famous lost attractions with a local expert. "Florida must lead the nation in lost attractions," Dr. Jim Clark said.
Seminole, Volusia communities welcome new Lake Mary hospital

2 weeks ago | clickorlando.com | Bridgett Ellison

SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. - More than 14,000 babies are born every year at Orlando Health Winnie Palmer Center For Women And Babies. Now, "Winnie" has a new "sister hospital." Just opened in January, this new center for women and babies is already having a major impact on communities in and around Seminole and Volusia counties. The new Orlando Health Lake Mary campus replaces the old South Seminole Hospital in Longwood.
Florida's maternal health care grade improves, but Black women still face high risks, report says

2 weeks ago | clickorlando.com | Bridgett Ellison

ORLANDO, Fla. - Florida received a "D+" grade from the March of Dimes when it comes to adequate maternal health care. That's slightly improved from a "D" in 2023, according to the March of Dimes annual report cards. The report highlights the ongoing challenges faced by mothers in the United States. But one group, Black women, experience disproportionately high rates of maternal mortality, preterm births, and infant mortality.
Baby's first footprints go digital at new Orlando Health hospital

2 weeks ago | clickorlando.com | Bridgett Ellison

LAKE MARY, Fla. - A baby's footprints taken in the hospital are one of their first forms of identification. Today, they're much more than a family keepsake thanks to technology. An updated process is making baby's first footprints easier to make, keep track of, and utilize in case of emergency.
'Difference between more life or more death:' Addressing the gap in Black mental healthcare

4 weeks ago | clickorlando.com | Bridgett Ellison

ORLANDO, Fla. - Last week, News 6 highlighted a significant gap in maternal mental health for mothers, revealing that 75% of women affected never receive treatment. Among these, Black women are at the highest risk, with two in five experiencing maternal mental health symptoms. News 6 anchor Bridgett Ellison spoke with therapist "Dr. Shaenor" Ishmael about the roots of these disparities and the challenges that place Black women at greater risk for complications during pregnancy and childbirth.
Doctor hopes to save lives through maternal mental health awareness

1 month ago | clickorlando.com | Bridgett Ellison

ORLANDO, Fla. - According to the CDC, suicide and overdose are some of the leading causes of death for women in the first year following pregnancy. This staggering statistic highlights the critical importance of maternal mental health care and awareness. The U.S. and Florida have a "D+" grade when it comes to adequate maternal mental health care and preterm births and the two issues have a connection.
State senator pushes for Florida school start times to stay put. Here's where things stand

1 month ago | clickorlando.com | Bridgett Ellison

ORLANDO, Fla. - New school start times mandated by the state set to go into effect in 2026 hit the chopping block Thursday in Tallahassee. Florida middle and high schools had been facing a deadline of June next year to get ready for later times, but now school start times may be back in the hands of local school boards. The rules to change school start times were passed in 2023.