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• Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Baby Poop…Really!

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• Survey finds young adults more likely to believe myths about sun protection and skin cancer prevention

  Orlando, FL (May 01, 2024) – A new national survey by Orlando Health Cancer Institute finds nearly a third (32%) of Americans agree that a tan makes people look better and healthier, a dangerous beauty standard that experts say can lead to risky behavior when it comes to sun exposure.

• Orlando Health Offers New Weight Loss Surgery

  Every year, many Americans who are overweight or obese try to lose weight through diet and exercise. However, sometimes it’s not possible to lose a significant amount of weight through these methods alone. 

• The Benefits of Acupuncture in Cancer Treatment

  As an oncology nurse for 25 years, I’ve spent countless days providing care to people facing cancer.

• 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.

• Diagnostic Imaging Use During Pregnancy

  Imaging studies are important tools for diagnosing and monitoring certain medical conditions. This holds true also during pregnancy when acute conditions arise and chronic medical issues are exacerbated or monitored.

• Should I Detox?

  Is it a good idea to “detox” or “cleanse?” Doing a detox or cleansing diet may mean fasting, taking supplements or juicing with the goal of slimming down, flushing the colon or removing toxins from the liver. Often, commercial products are promoted with exaggerated claims of health, weight loss and energy. The subject is not only confusing to consumers, but debated in the medical community. 

• Buying Seasonal and Local Produce

  Eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables is the foundation of a healthy diet, with a goal of at least five servings of fruits and vegetables every day. The easiest way to meet this goal is to fill half your plate with these foods at every meal.

• Reducing Stress and Improving Health

  For many of us, stress is an everyday part of our lives. While some stress can be motivating, chronic stress can have very real effects on our health. Inflammation, depression, heart disease and a weakened immune system have all been associated with long-term stress.

• Study Highlights Age When Breast Cancer Risk May Be Greatest For BRCA1 and BRCA2 Carriers

  Women with inherited genetic mutations make up between 5 to 10 percent of all breast cancer cases diagnosed in the country.