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Meet Daisy-Mai – An Orlando Health Pet Therapy Dog
Daisy-Mai, my eight-pound Pomeranian, was born to be a pet therapy dog. Our journey began the day she climbed into my sister-in-law, Nicole’s, lap and cuddled up into a fluffy ball, begging to be pet and loved. As Nicole stroked Daisy’s soft, silky fur and soaked in her gentle sweetness, she had the sudden thought that Daisy should become a therapy dog. I immediately agreed, which led to Daisy becoming a part of the Orlando Health Pet Therapy Program.
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Why Some High-Risk Pregnancies Should Rely on Low-Dose Aspirin
Weight gain, nausea and swollen feet are typical woes experienced by many pregnant women. But for 2 percent to 8 percent of pregnancies worldwide, those seemingly harmless symptoms can mean the onset of preeclampsia, a serious condition that has been linked to an increase in maternal and infant mortality, and up to 15 percent of preterm births in the U.S.
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Orlando Health Program Prevents Readmissions for New Moms
By Alan Schmadtke, Editorial Contributor
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You're pregnant! Now what?
Becoming pregnant is an important time in a woman’s life. Virtually all components of her life will be affected and she will have many changes that will require planning and adjustments. A caring and committed healthcare team can help the pregnant woman with many of the challenges she may face.
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Study: Just One Hour of Exercise May Lower Depression Risk
We all know that exercise is good for the body and for heart health, but now a recent study indicates exercise also could have a positive effect on the risk for depression.
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Your Lymphedema Surgery Questions Answered
Lymphedema is a condition that affects more than 4 million people in the United States.
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Leaving the ER? Keep Your Wound Clean
Each year, more than 130 million Americans visit emergency rooms at hospitals around the country. Often these visits involve injuries with open wounds.
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Can’t Live Without Your Cell? Being Too Attached to Your Smartphone is a Real Thing
Have you ever fallen asleep with your smartphone clenched in your hand — and woke up with it still there?
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Peak Athletic Performance: Getting the Most Out of Your Body
For every athlete, there comes a time when your ability to perform reaches its peak. That period varies from person to person and from sport to sport.
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As Flu Season Continues, Experts Say ‘Get Your Shot’
Florida is seeing low levels of influenza and influenza-like activity, according to the state’s Department of Health. The COVID-19 pandemic is affecting healthcare seeking behavior, however, which may be impacting current trends being reported across the state. Levels remain below those of previous seasons.
