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• Not Too Young for a Stroke? What We Can Learn from TV Star Luke Perry’s Death

  Luke Perry, star of the television show “Beverly Hills 90210,” died at age 52 after suffering a stroke. Although he was younger than most stroke victims, strokes can happen at any age and can even be more dangerous for middle-aged adults than those in their 80s.

• Choosing a mobility device? Check out these tips from our Multiple Sclerosis Comprehensive Care Center

  Many individuals who have multiple sclerosis (MS) begin to have difficulty with their mobility as the disease progresses. Changes in vision, decreased balance, increased muscle weakness and spasms, changes in sensation, all of these side effects can affect mobility. When a decline in function occurs, especially in the lower extremities, individuals may want to begin researching mobility devices.

• What We Can Learn from President George H.W. Bush's Recent Fall

  Former President George H.W. Bush went skydiving on his 90th birthday. It’s an impressive accomplishment for anyone, but especially for a nonagenarian who relies on a wheelchair.

• Multiple Sclerosis: Know the Signs for Early Detection and Treatment

  A numbness in your hand that goes away. A sudden pain when moving your eyes or blurred vision. The symptoms may be initially concerning, but as long as they go away, there’s no need to worry, right?

• A Complete Guide to Nailing Your Orlando Health Job Interview

  This is an exciting time to pursue a healthcare career both for experienced workers who want to change careers, as well as younger Americans just entering the workforce. According to projections from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, healthcare jobs are expected to increase by 18 percent during the 10-year period from 2016 to 2026. That translates to roughly 2.4 million new healthcare jobs, a growth rate that’s higher than any other occupation in coming years.

• Study: College Students Think ADHD Medications Can Boost Their Grades

  Being in college can come with a lot of academic pressure, and students have been using Attention Deficit Disorder (ADHD) medications to deal with it.

• In the Future, Hepatitis B and C May Be Less of Public Health Problem

  As many as six million Americans have chronic hepatitis B and C, two viral infections that affect the liver.

• Why Brain Bleeds Like President Carter’s Are so Serious

  A series of recent falls sent former President Jimmy Carter to the hospital for surgery to relieve pressure caused by bleeding on his brain. One fall led to the president fracturing his pelvis, another caused him to hit his head (requiring 14 stitches) and a third resulted in hip replacement surgery.

• Bladder Leaks: To Cut Back Fluids or Not to Cut Back Fluids. That Is the Question.

  If you experience bladder leaks, your first instinct might be to drink less fluid. Because more fluid leads to more leaks, right? Not always.

• Understanding Multiple Sclerosis

  If you talk with people who have multiple sclerosis (MS), you will likely find a common theme —their symptoms aren’t the same. For many people, it’s only after several puzzling and sometimes distressing symptoms appear that they are diagnosed with this serious but nonfatal disease. MS affects more than 400,000 people in the United States and 2.5 million people around the world.