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• What to Expect at your Annual Women's Health Exam

  As the saying goes, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. This is especially true in women’s health. It’s why we encourage every woman over age 18 to get an annual wellness exam each year.

• I have IBD. Does That Mean I’ll Get Liver Disease?

  Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) sufferers know what it’s like to have to deal with diarrhea, abdominal cramps and fatigue. Even worse: IBD also can cause liver disease.

• What’s the Deal with Vegan Cheese? A Cautionary Tale

  Americans love cheese, consuming a whopping 40 pounds per adult each year, an amount that continues to climb despite the known health risks of the fatty — and undeniably delicious — protein source. Plant-based cheeses are increasingly available at the corner store, so all your cheesy cravings are about to be met in a more healthful way, right?

• Bob Saget’s Death Highlights Dangers of Head Injuries

  TV star Bob Saget’s recent death from head trauma has raised awareness of the dangers of brain injuries and may leave you wondering when you should go to the ER after hitting your head.

• Hit Your Head? Don’t Ignore Signs of Concussion

  Playing a high-impact sport like football or hockey isn’t the only way to get a concussion. And kids aren’t the only ones who hit their heads. If you’re older than 65, you also are at risk.

• I’m A Runner. Will I Always Deal with Knee Pain?

  Running is an excellent sport for overall health — strengthening your musculoskeletal and cardiac systems — but injuries are common, even if you’re careful to avoid them.

• Why Knowing the Calorie Count of Fast-Food Menu Items Doesn’t Lead to Healthier Choices

  Whether you love a Big Mac, Frosty or five-piece chicken tenders, it turns out that knowing how many calories are in these fast-food items won’t stop you from eating them, according to one recent study.

• Why Antibiotics, Blood Thinners & Diabetes Medication May Lead to a Trip to the ER

  Did you know that as many as 1 in 100 Americans end up in the emergency room because of the medicine they take?

• Stay Aware and Get Screened: Learn About Head and Neck Cancer

  Have you been examined for head and neck cancer lately? If you’re like 71 percent of Americans, this exam may have never made it on your to-do list. But since it’s Oral, Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Week, now is the ideal time to learn how to detect these types of cancers. To raise awareness, Orlando Health Cancer Institute will provide free screenings for head and neck cancers on Friday, April 12. These screenings will be offered at our main campus in downtown Orlando and at our new location in West Orange County so that you can get screened closer to where you live or work.

• Don’t Skip Your Monthly Self-Breast Exam. Here’s What To Do

  It’s tempting to think that if breast cancer doesn’t run in your family, you can skip a monthly self-breast exam. The truth is: In four out of five cases, women with breast cancer have no family history with the diagnosis.