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With hundreds of miles of beaches and countless hours of sunshine, Florida has its own set of unique safety hazards. Sharks, alligators, riptides and brain-eating amoeba — yes, Florida has them all. But spending time outdoors in the Sunshine State also presents its share of less exotic safety problems — from Mother Nature’s heat, humidity and sunshine to the man-made risks posed by water scooters, golf carts and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). 

If you’re considering starting or adding to your family, you already may know that quitting smoking, avoiding drugs and alcohol, and taking folic acid are some of the steps you can take to increase your chances of having a healthy baby.

Living in the moment may sound like something you can only do at a spa or on a mountaintop, but practicing mindfulness can happen anytime and anywhere. Whether in the car on the way to work or at the dinner table, this science-backed strategy helps us manage feelings of stress and depression, reduce negative thoughts and distractions, and improve mood. Here’s how to get started.

The 100 trillion bacteria in your gut can affect how well you feel every day — from whether you’re tired and still have trouble sleeping to more predictable issues such as appetite and constipation. 

We all want our children to be physically and mentally healthy. But what does it mean to be mentally healthy as a child?

One out of every three Americans will develop shingles in their lifetime. The painful, blistery skin rash that appears on the chest is caused by the same virus that’s responsible for chickenpox. So, if you’ve ever had chickenpox, you’re at risk for shingles, which can last from two to four weeks.

Staying healthy over a lifetime is a marathon, not a sprint. And like most marathon runners will tell you, crossing the finish line takes planning and commitment. Good health also requires a long-term strategy — the long view — to help you reach your future goals and stay there.

When it comes to prostate cancer, early detection is key to treating the 1 in 9 men diagnosed in their lifetime. UroNav, a software-based technology, makes early detection of this common male cancer even more accurate.

Orlando, FL (December 10, 2024) Orlando Health and Florida Department of Health are the first in the nation to use Detor, an Association of Public Health Laboratories (APHL) developed groundbreaking intermediary solution. Detor enables electronic test orders and results to be shared seamlessly between public health laboratories and healthcare providers.

Orlando, FL (October 17, 2018) – An Orlando woman with a long history of philanthropy is helping expand care for children with neurological conditions in Central Florida. At her 87th birthday celebration, Helen Leon, agreed to give $5 million to the newly created neuroscience center at Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children.