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  • On the Edge of Crisis

    It seemed like an ordinary workday morning. Except that Cristina Settanni was running late. The registered nurse at Orlando Health UF Health Cancer Center needed a faster route to work so she took  a toll road she typically avoids. As she crossed an overpass toward her exit, something caught her eye.

  • From Seeing Stars to Running Marathons

    Rachel Robbins was attending nursing school in Alabama when some strange things started happening to her last fall. First, the 27-year-old avid runner began seeing “stars” and developing migraines. Then, her vision got worse — people’s faces were fuzzy and letters on the left side of signs were missing.

  • The Clues That Point to Pelvic Problems in Women and, Yes, Even Men

    Few things put a damper on a day like unrelenting pain. Some aches are easy to pinpoint. Pelvic pain, not so much.

  • 5 Easy Swaps for Cleaner Eating

    The old refrain of “Clean your plate” is being replaced with the healthier mantra of “Clean up your diet.”

  • How to Stay Safe on Your Bike

    Florida’s miles of trails and dedicated bicycle lanes make it an ideal place for pedal pushers. But two-wheeling around the community comes with its own set of road hazards.

  • More Fiber for Less Inflammation

    When it comes to fighting inflammation, nutrients like Omega 3 fatty acids and vitamins A and C need to make room for a newcomer. Dietary fiber, a crucial component for chronic disease prevention and overall wellness, is gaining recognition for its anti-inflammatory benefits, too. 

  • Repairing an Enlarged Prostate

    For aging men, a diagnosis of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is as common as going gray. BPH, a non-cancerous enlarged prostate, afflicts nearly 40 million American men and 500 million worldwide.

  • Straight Talk on Taboo Topics

    Women's general health is a topic discussed daily. Casual conversation about female sexual health, however, appears more taboo.

  • GPS-Guided System Enhances Spine Surgery

    Accuracy. Precision. Safety. If it’s your spine that’s undergoing surgery, these are three factors you want working in your favor.

  • Your Parenting Style May Be Hurting Your Kids

    If children came with a parenting manual, raising them would be a lot easier. Parents would realize challenges actually are growth opportunities.