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All Adults Should Be Screened for Depression, Panel Says
In 2014, nearly 16 million Americans experienced depression. Depression is one of the most common mental health disorders in the country, but until now health experts had issued screening recommendations largely based on the availability of mental health services.
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New Advice for Treating Young Athletes With Concussions
“Don’t let them sleep through the night.” That used to be the advice doctors gave parents when their children had concussions, thinking that frequent checks were needed to ensure they were coherent. But that advice has changed. As we’ve learned more about the brain and concussions, we’ve also learned more about how to speed the healing process.
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Are You Experiencing Dizziness? It Could Be Your Ear
Every day we use our ears to hear, but these complex organs also help us maintain our balance. Deep within the inner ear is the vestibular system, which promotes our ability to stand steadily, stabilize eye position during head movement and move gracefully.
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The Next Step in Recovery After a Heart Attack: Cardiac Rehab
Exercising may not be the first thing you think about if you’ve had a heart attack, heart failure, stent replacement or angioplasty or other heart issues. You may break into a sweat just thinking about intentionally raising your heart rate as you recover emotionally and physically. Will your heart withstand the stress of exercise? What can you do to know how much to exercise without damaging your heart?
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Cervical Arthroplasty: Cervical Disc Replacement Is a New Option to Treat Sports Spine Injuries
Weekend warriors and professional athletes know that neck pain, particularly from a herniated disc, can derail your sports endeavors. For those used to being active, sitting on the sidelines waiting to recover can be frustrating. And, if nonsurgical treatments fail, you may need a surgical solution. Doctors have traditionally performed fusion disc surgery, but a new option of cervical arthroplasty (i.e. cervical disc replacement) offers multiple benefits.
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What to Know About Florida’s New Opioid Prescription Law, Effective July 1, 2018
If your doctor has prescribed opioids for your acute pain, a new Florida law may affect your supply. As of July 1, 2018, most opioid prescriptions will have a three-day limit. In some situations, physicians can prescribe a seven-day supply for acute pain, if the situation is documented as medically necessary. Acute pain is defined, by law as: “The normal, predicted, psychological and time-limited response to an adverse chemical, thermal or mechanical stimulus, associated with surgery, trauma or acute illness.”
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5 Ways You Can Support a Loved One Going Through Cancer Treatment
When a friend or family member is diagnosed with cancer, you want to help, but may not know how. The last thing you want to is to say or do the wrong thing. As a result, you may end up avoiding the person. Even if you’re not helping with day-to-day care, or if you’re not in the same state as the person, there are many ways you can provide support.
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What You Need to Know about the New Blood Pressure Guidelines
The American Heart Association (AHA) recently updated blood pressure guidelines, a change that means more Americans will now be classified as having high blood pressure.
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Study: One Minute a Day of Weight-Bearing Exercise May Improve Bone Health
It turns out that even one minute of exercise can be beneficial for the body, according to one recent study.
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Why Aerobic and Muscle Strengthening Activities Should be Part of Your Exercise Routine
This blog is written in conjunction with Wyndham Bonett and Lee Weber, FSU medical students.
