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Why Working Long Hours Isn’t Good for Your Heart Health
Americans work more than anyone, research has shown.
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A Legacy of Trust: Mary Rogers, MSN/Ed, RN, NEA-BC, Chief Nursing Officer, Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children, Assistant Vice President, Orlando Health
How Mary Rogers found her way into nursing would likely surprise many young people today. The youngest of five siblings, Mary was destined at a young age to become a nurse. Her father had strong ideas about what his children should pursue for their careers — and for Mary, that meant she was to become a nurse.
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Anti-gravity treadmill helps Orlando Health Rehab patients recover faster
“This system is cutting edge and is usually reserved for professional sports teams,” said Matthew Hixon, PT, CSCS, physical therapist, Outpatient Rehabilitation Services, Orlando Health Rehabilitation Institute. “Having the anti-gravity treadmill provides more treatment options for our patients.”
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Advances in GERD Treatment: First LINX Procedure in Central Florida Performed at Orlando Health
About 20 percent of Americans have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a condition in which the contents of the stomach re-enter the esophagus.
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For Athletes, Mental Health Matters — Even at Olympics
How does the greatest gymnast of all time become even greater? By recognizing that mental health is just as important as physical health — and choosing to put herself and her safety first.
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Three Habits for Better Bone Health
Osteoporosis is a disease that causes the bones to lose density or thickness. Bones become fragile and can break easily, even when doing normal activities like stepping off a curb. Ten million Americans have osteoporosis and 80 percent of them are women. But osteoporosis doesn’t have to be a natural part of aging. Three critical habits can help your bones stay strong for a lifetime.
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Tips for Healthy Travel During the Holidays
Nearly 47 million Americans will travel this Thanksgiving, the highest number in eight years.
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5 Tips for Staying Healthy While Traveling
It’s summertime, and with summer comes backyard barbecues, swimming with friends, and lots and lots of travel. Whether you’re heading out of town on business or to relax with family and friends, people often forget to stay on top of their health and workout routines. If you put exercise to the back burner as soon as vacations approached, follow these five tips to resume your fitness routine.
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Orlando Health Offers New Weight Loss Surgery
Every year, many Americans who are overweight or obese try to lose weight through diet and exercise. However, sometimes it’s not possible to lose a significant amount of weight through these methods alone.
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Robotic Heart Surgery at the Orlando Health Heart & Vascular Institute
We live in an exciting new era where medical treatment is rapidly changing and improving. With incredible advancements in technology over the last decade, we are treating illnesses that were fatal less than a century ago. A heart attack, for example, was nearly insurmountable thirty years ago—but today, the outcomes are far better for thousands of patients.
