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Is It a Typical Headache or Something More Serious? These Tests Can Help You Find Out

If you have frequent headaches, dizziness, seizures or pain or weakness in your hand, your doctor may arrange for you to have neurodiagnostic testing. These outpatient tests can help diagnose a variety of disorders of the brain and nervous system.

Is It a Typical Headache or Something More Serious? These Tests Can Help You Find Out

If you have frequent headaches, dizziness, seizures or pain or weakness in your hand, your doctor may arrange for you to have neurodiagnostic testing. These outpatient tests can help diagnose a variety of disorders of the brain and nervous system.

Guys, as you mature, your diet should too! Stay healthy as you age with these tips

Last week, in observance of Men's Health Month, I wrote about some of the medical recommendations for men by age group - now I will cover some of the dietary recommendations to keep our guys as healthy as possible. It is never too late to start being mindful about your dietary choices, but it's best to start before something goes wrong! Here we go...

In your 20s

What's in Your Lunchbox? Check Out Dietitian Lisa Cooper's Healthy Guide to Lunches for the Family

The nightly ritual at our house is packing lunches. We each have our own tastes and preferences – so our packed lunches look very different. Since my kids are older, I let them pack their own lunches (with a little supervision!) because I know they will be more likely to eat what they pack.

Shoulder Health: Taking Care of Your Rotator Cuff at the Gym

Are you one of many across the country who resolved that this would be the year to get more exercise? Getting exercise is one of the two most common resolutions (eating healthier is also at the top), and while it can be fantastic for our health, an injury can derail our best efforts for fitness.

Making the Most of Your Hospital Stay

Dealing with a serious diagnosis and spending a lot of time in the hospital can be difficult for many patients and their families. But Orlando Health offers several resources, including access to a consumer health library, counseling, music and pet therapy, that can help you better cope with the treatment process and become a better advocate for your own health. Here are a few things every patient can do to make the most of their hospital stay.

Healing Your Child with Music Therapy

Can music be the medicine your child needs? The answer most likely is “yes.”

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. 

Family-Friendly Physical Activities That Can Keep You Healthy

As a parent you lead by example, and this truth also extends to healthy eating and exercise. 

The Power of Protein: Why You Need It, and How Much Is Enough