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Many Caregivers with Critically Ill Loved Ones Face Depression
Caregiving is a 24/7 responsibility, and one that often causes caregivers to place their own needs secondary to those of their loved ones.
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Exercise May Cut Risk of Certain Cancers
There’s a reason we constantly tell patients to remain physically active. It not only improves their quality of life, it also helps them stay healthy.
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Americans Are Gaining Weight Every Decade
Obesity already is an epidemic in the U.S., and a recent report indicates that Americans aren’t moving in the right direction when it comes to maintaining a healthy weight.
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Is Routine Herpes Screening Necessary?
One out of every six people between the ages of 14 to 49 have genital herpes, but a government panel is set to recommend that adolescents, adults and pregnant women not get tested for the virus if they don’t have visible symptoms.
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Ovary Removal Linked to Colon Cancer
Women who’ve had their ovaries removed may have a greater risk of colon cancer, according to a recent study’s findings.
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A Busy Schedule May Keep Your Mental Prowess
Have an infinite to-do list or a schedule so jam-packed you barely have time to eat? It turns out a busy schedule might keep you mentally sharp.
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Why Texting While Driving is So Bad
According to government statistics, more than 3,000 people were killed and more than 430,000 were injured in accidents caused by distracted drivers.
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Is Cupping Any Good for You?
You, like I probably wondered what those dark purple marks were on athletes during the Summer Games in Rio. Michael Phelps had them all over his body. I’ve also noticed them in other sports on champion boxer Floyd Mayweather and tennis star Andy Murray.
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Want to Cut Calories? Order Now, Eat Later
Everyone seems to be looking for a magical solution or a quick fix when it comes to dieting and weight loss.
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Becoming a Pet Therapy Team
If you’ve spent any time around Orlando Health you’ve probably bumped into a therapy dog. The Paws for Hope Pet Therapy Program at Orlando Health has close to 60 therapy dogs walking the hospital halls visiting patients, family members and staff. If you’ve been the lucky recipient of a therapy dog visit, you know it’s a sweet retreat from the stresses of being at that hospital.