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A Day in the Life of an ER Nurse
As an emergency room nurse at Orlando Health I get to make a difference in a patient’s life at a time when they are most in need of care. I'd even say it's one of the rare nursing specialties where you can physically see the difference you've made for a patient almost immediately. Whether it's something simple, such as helping a patient relieve the pain of a migraine, or something major, such as helping deliver a child or resuscitating a patient who came in without a pulse, you see the impact right away.
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What To Do If You Get Sick on Vacation
Getting sick while on vacation is more than just an inconvenience — it can be a confusing and vulnerable experience. Whether you are visiting a theme park in Orlando or traveling abroad, finding yourself hundreds of miles away from your primary doctor makes navigating a medical emergency feel daunting.
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Does My Child Have an Upset Stomach or Appendicitis?
You’re driving back from a family outing and each time your car rolls over the neighborhood speed bumps your youngest child cries out. When you ask what’s wrong, they whimper and struggle to explain. Then you recall how earlier that day when the kids were playing outside, your child abruptly stopped and complained of a sore belly. Is it an upset stomach or could these complaints point to something more serious – like appendicitis?
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What to Do If You’re an Expectant Mom During a Hurricane
Hurricane season can bring much anxiety for Floridians, even more so for expectant mothers. Women whose third trimester coincides with hurricane season are often particularly concerned about their safety, including preterm labor and delivering away from a facility and/or hospital. Thankfully, such major storms usually come with adequate warnings that give families time to prepare. Households with pregnant women and/or infants should be aware of a few additional precautions to ensure safety and reduce stress. Making hurricane preparations before the first storm strikes is key.
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A Day in the Life: Copa América Centenario 2016 Venue Medical Director
As chief of sports medicine at Orlando Health and the medical director for Orlando City Soccer Club, I’m fortunate to work with athletes every day to help them perform their best.
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8 Tips To Prevent Seniors from Falling at Home
A fall can be life-changing, especially for seniors.
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What to Buy for Your Hurricane Food Kit
The arrival of hurricane season brings with it the annual reminder to prepare in advance. Fortunately, many resources exist to help guide decisions for purchasing supplies in preparation for a potential emergency. Planning for food is an essential part of hurricane preparedness.
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How To Heal from a C-Section
Taking care of a newborn can feel overwhelming, and if you had your baby via C-section, it can be even harder as you try to heal. Knowing what to expect can help in your first days and weeks of being a mother.
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Back to School With Food Allergies – What You Need to Know
Going back to school can be an exciting and stressful time for families, and many may be finding their usual anxiety is heightened because of the COVID-19 pandemic. For children with food allergies, many of whom are cautious already, returning to school this year may require further planning, vigilance and checking up on federal guidelines. There is no cure for food allergies, and if a child with a serious allergy is exposed to a trigger food, they may experience an adverse reaction, the most severe being anaphylactic shock. Other reactions can include mild hives, swelling, vomiting and diarrhea. Preventing such an exposure is crucial to ensure your child has a safe educational environment.
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How To Spot Alcohol Poisoning
Every year, excessive alcohol consumption leads to more than 7 percent of ER visits. It can be one of the most difficult emergencies to assess, largely because the sufferer is unable to accurately explain how they feel and what they’re experiencing.
