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It may not grab the spotlight the way the heart and lungs do, but your gallbladder plays a key role in your health. Understanding how this tiny but mighty organ works — and what can happen when it doesn’t — can you help identify potential problems.

From the time we are born, our bone tissue is continually being replaced through a process called bone remodeling. In our mid-20s, we reach peak bone mass, which stays fairly stable until we hit our 40s. At that point, bone cells start to die faster than replacement cells can be produced. 

As with every sport, horseback riding carries injury risk. But unlike most sports, you’ll be working with an animal weighing 1,000 or more pounds.

After an accident, surgery or illness, your body goes into repair mode. Nutrition plays a big role in your recovery — think of what you consume as the raw materials for healing. Protein, energy, micronutrients and adequate hydration all are necessary to rebuild tissue, support your immune system, minimize muscle loss and prioritize healing.

Lewy Body Dementia is a progressive brain disorder that can be difficult to diagnose because it has symptoms, such as movement issues and memory loss, that are similar to Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.

The “digital street” presents just as many safety challenges for children as the physical one. That’s why it’s so important to help your child develop a healthy relationship with technology, starting with the responsible use of their first phone.

Orlando Health hospitals across Central Florida have been honored among the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals^® by Modern Healthcare, recognized for delivering patients with superior outcomes and more efficient care.

Once you hit perimenopause or even before, your urine may start leaking in small drips or gushing like a waterfall — when you’re not in the bathroom. This can happen hourly or once a year.

It can be tough to resist your aunt’s special stuffing or mom’s once-a-year Bûche de Noël when you’re trying to avoid packing on the pounds over the holidays.