by DR. JOY JACKSON As the holidays approach, attending social events can present a unique challenge for the 15.4% of Polk County adults living with diabetes. But having diabetes doesn’t mean missing out on the fun. The Department of Health in Polk County would like to provide some tips on how to navigate social events […]
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It can be heart-wrenching to watch a friend or family member go through a cancer diagnosis and treatment, especially if you don’t know how to help them. The diagnosis affects more than their physical health. It can weigh heavily on their emotional and mental well-being, too. This was something breast cancer survivor Caitlyn Grady touched
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Last month, we learned what an aortic aneurysm is, how it can be detected, its presentation, and risk factors. This month, we’ll discuss diagnosis and treatment. How Can It Be Diagnosed This can be done with the help of an ultrasound, a painless, safe test that does not involve any radiation. If confirmed and found
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by JENNIFER GOODSON, LMHC, MA Do you find you always say “yes” to others but “no” to yourself? Are you constantly putting others first at the sacrifice of your family or yourself, saying yes to others to make them feel better or gaining approval? Growing up, we are always told to use our manners. Say please and
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These Classic Fall Flavors Deserve a Bit of the Spotlight by RYAN MILEJCZAK Fall is here, and that means it’s time for fall flavors. It’s hard to deny that the king of fall is the ubiquitous pumpkin spice, but there are plenty more delicious flavors to enjoy during the autumn season. If you’re looking for
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Lakeland Commission Approves New AdventHealth Hospital by PAUL CATALA Christine Konior has lived in South Lakeland for nine years and has a bit of a commute to the nearest hospital should that become necessary. But soon, Konior and her husband, John, will only have about a four-mile drive from their home to get themselves to
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Survivor Turns Breast Cancer Diagnosis Into Mission to Help Others by REBEKAH PIERCE For most of us, celebrating our birthdays means lighting some candles on a cake, perhaps enjoying a nice dinner out with family and friends, or going on a relaxing weekend trip. Caitlyn Grady’s 40th birthday plans looked a lot different last year.
by RYAN MILEJCZAK Sponsored by Central Florida Health Care October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and though it’s widely recognized, its message remains crucial. But breast cancer isn’t the only women’s health concern that gets the spotlight in October. The month is also Menopause Awareness Month. To learn more about these issues, we reached out
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When it comes to cancer, early detection is key; for breast cancer, this means breast self-exams and mammograms are a must. Self-exams are part of the toolkit for early detection as Johns Hopkins maintains that 40 percent of breast cancer cases are first detected by women who felt a lump during a self-exam. Take our
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by DAVID LOEWY, MD While October is well known as Breast Cancer Awareness Month it is also known as “Halloween Eye Safety Month” as observed by the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Since we specialize in eyes, we felt it was best to discuss this important issue involving eye health this month. It is vital to
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