by Julia King, O.D. Dry eye disease, or dry eye syndrome, is a condition that affects millions of people. Unfortunately, it often goes undiagnosed as many people don’t realize that their symptoms are caused by dry eye. Dry eye syndrome occurs when the eyes do not produce enough tears, or the tears that are produced […]
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Knowing your skin type isn’t always easy, but it is essential knowledge to have when seeking out solutions, skin-care products, or dermatology services. There are four main skin types: oily, dry, combination, and sensitive. While a dermatologist can help you determine your skin type, there are some simple tests you can do at home to
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Fitness Center Is Helping Women Get On- and Stay On – the Road to Good Health by PAUL CATALAphotos provided by THE BALANCE CULTURE The temptation and indulgence of the holidays are enough to make even the most enthusiastic fitness buffs take a few weeks off. New Year’s resolutions are often cited for driving gym
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by TERESA SCHIFFER Sponsored by Central Florida Health Care January is National Birth Defects Awareness Month, a time for discussions about how different birth defects can affect individuals over the course of their lifespan, and what can be done to minimize the risk of these occurrences. It’s important to understand that the term “birth defect”
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How Much Do You Know About Microbiomes and Your Digestive Health? Did you know that some kinds of bacteria are actually beneficial to have in your digestive tract? While it may sound counterintuitive, certain strains of bacteria — like lactobacilli and Bifidobacteria, which make up your gut microbiome — offer a host of benefits for
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Now that the holidays are over and hopefully life is returning to normal, it’s time to focus on ourselves a bit. This edition of Central Florida Health News is all about facing the new year with renewed resolve to live a healthier and happier life. We spoke with The Balance Culture, a fitness center exclusively
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Whew, 2023! Each January, I find myself saying the same thing: I can’t believe it’s already the new year! This past year marked the 12th year for Central Florida Health News, and true to our mission, we’ve been busy sharing stories that touch our community. Packed alongside these highlights in each edition were stories of
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Lakeland, FL – Watson Clinic is pleased to welcome the latest additions to their team of expert physicians and medical providers. D. Chad Lamoreaux, MD has joined the Orthopaedic Surgery department at Watson Clinic Main at 1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd. in Lakeland. Dr. Lamoreaux specializes in all areas of orthopedic surgery such as hand and upper extremity,
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Orlando, Fla. (December 14, 2022) — Nemours Children’s Health has announced Jared D. Capouya, MD, FAAP, as the new Chief Quality and Patient Safety Officer. Dr. Capouya is based at Nemours Children’s Hospital, Florida, where he serves as the senior physician leader and champion to advance Nemours’ clinical quality and safety initiatives. In his new
Funds will be distributed to programs that address regional health challenges including homelessness and access to mental health services. ORLANDO, Fla., Dec. 13, 2022 – AdventHealth is distributing more than $1.2 million to recipients of its 2022 community impact grants, giving eight Central Florida nonprofits the opportunity to bolster their missions. “AdventHealth’s dedication to providing whole-person
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