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  • Vaginal Discharge? Yeah, It’s Normal

    Vaginal discharge is an important bodily fluid that gives clues to reproductive health, fertility and menstrual cycles. It also can point to pregnancy, infection or an undiagnosed condition.

  • Am I Normal Down There?

    “Am I normal down there?” is one of the most common questions asked of gynecologists. The short answer: “Yes, you are.”

  • Will My Broken Hand Ever Be Normal Again?

    There are so many ways for you to damage your fingers and hands. You can break these bones by falling, getting your fingers caught awkwardly in your dog’s leash, slamming your finger in a door, trying to catch a ball, working with tools or hitting a hard surface.

  • Are You Ready for Hurricane Season?

    With the start of hurricane season, now is the time to make your hurricane plans. Long before the first watch or warning is issued is the best time to prepare for the season, which continues through November. By preparing now, you are better able to protect yourself and your family from a hurricane and its aftermath.

  • 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.

  • Gut Health: Why It Matters

    Did you know that gut health affects literally everything in your body? The gastrointestinal system is the main “portal” for taking in and processing nutrients, but it also serves a communication center and disease fighter. From your nervous and immune systems to your mental health and digestive function, a healthy gut plays a pivotal role in your overall well-being.

  • A Fungus Among Us: Why You Should Take Care of Your Toenails

    In Florida, it’s hot. It’s humid. (No kidding!) Our season for bare feet and sandals lasts more or less all year. But that also means it’s always the season for toenail fungus.

  • Not-So-Healthy Foods that May Surprise You

    It’s not surprising that food companies want you to think their newest products are the healthiest options on the market. They understand that consumers increasingly are factoring in nutritional values when making grocery decisions. Their brightly colored labels often use terms like “healthy” and “natural.” But, according to labeling rules, “healthy” may be broadly applied and “natural” is vaguely defined, leaving consumers to fend for themselves in determining the most nutritious choices.

  • Look at Your Phone and Say ‘Ahhhhhhhh’

    Consumer experience with virtual consultations seems largely positive, according to a recent survey by J.D. Power. The survey of nearly 8,300 consumers found that 85 percent of virtual visit users were able to resolve their medical issue by using the convenient service.

  • 5 Tips for Proper Food and Water Safety During Power Outages and Floods

    Hurricane season is now underway in Florida. While we hope this season won’t be accompanied by serious storms that make landfall, there’s always the possibility of power outages and flooding this time of year. As I recently told Click Orlando, we can’t get comfortable because past hurricane seasons have been relatively easy for us.