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Why Our Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval Means Better Care for You
About 7 million Americans have undergone total hip and knee replacement.
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Why Antibiotics, Blood Thinners & Diabetes Medication May Lead to a Trip to the ER
Did you know that as many as 1 in 100 Americans end up in the emergency room because of the medicine they take?
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Setting SMART Goals Can Help You Achieve Your Biggest Challenges
We have all set goals for ourselves at some point in time. We think about our life goals, career goals, and family goals. Have you ever made goals for yourself when it comes to your health? Maybe you want to be more active? Make better dietary choices?
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Why Fasting Every Other Day May Not Lead to Long-Term Weight Loss
It sounds like a dieter’s dream. You eat whatever you want one day and then fast the next.
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When Should I Begin to Consider Freezing My Eggs?
The average age of first-time mothers has increased over the last 15 years, from 24.9 years old to 26.3 years old, according to government data.
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Clearing Out the Clutter
Spring cleaning provides a chance to hit the refresh button on your home. But what to do with all those extras? These suggestions can help.
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American Institute for Cancer Research: Coffee may be protective against some cancers
Thanks to the Boston Tea Party in 1773, coffee is the patriotic drink in America. Coffee breaks became part of the routine in workplaces, homes and churches after an ad campaign in 1952 promoted the idea. Today, you can find a Starbucks on almost every corner. So, is that daily Cup of Joe really as bad for you as they say?
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Common Running Injuries and How To Prevent Them
Living in Central Florida is great for runners. The weather is nice, the terrain is flat and there are many beautiful parks and neighborhoods to explore. However, that being said, running on a regular basis year-round can have its drawbacks. Much of what I see in my practice is secondary to overuse and poor running technique. Even for runners, cross training and taking time off is important for preventing injuries. Equally important is a pair of good running shoes that are replaced on a regular basis.
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New pilot study shows promising results for early detection of ovarian and endometrial cancers
There have been some exciting developments for effective ovarian and endometrial cancer screening tests.
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The big whoop: Who needs to get the pertussis vaccine? Learn the facts to protect your family
What's the big whoop?
Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is a contagious disease that affects the lungs of the body. In adults, the disease doesn’t produce much of a response and in fact an adult might not even know he or she has contracted the disease. However, if an infant contracts pertussis, the result is much more serious and can even be fatal. Initially infants with pertussis may have a runny nose or congestion, sneezing, a mild fever and cough. Eventually the coughing can progress into fits that make it difficult for the baby to breathe. Also, the infant could get pneumonia if it contracts pertussis. At least 50 percent of infants who are less than one year of age that contract pertussis end up needing to go to the hospital for treatment.
