Editor’s Dose

As we head into a new year, we bid adieu to a year of influential stories that graced the pages of Central Florida Health News. Inspirational, powerful, and hopeful, they are the epitome of what our magazine aims to share: the human element behind the headlines. Here’s a look back at just some of the […]

If there’s something the holidays are NOT known for, it is rest. Sure, we all look forward to joining family and friends in activities and gatherings, but oftentimes the calendar gets packed with commitments that leave little to no room for “rest.” Couple that with the stress rearranging your schedule to meet deadlines around the

Most of us have been playing catch-up since Hurricane Milton blew through, but there are some key dates coming up because it’s that time of year again.  I’m not talking about Thanksgiving or Christmas, though those are coming, too. I’m talking about the open enrollment period for health care insurance. The Florida Health Care Exchange,

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

People have been turning to herbal supplements since the beginning of time. In fact, many people prefer to use herbs in their daily routines instead of medications because of the “natural” claims. Unfortunately, it’s not as cut and dry as that, and a recent study out of the University of Michigan underscores that point. The

If you live with anxiety, then you know it’s an ever-present struggle. The constant ruminating that never relents. The familiar feeling of dread that seeps into your mind when you wake up in the morning. The Sundays spent going over the coming week so you’re prepared for anything.  And what’s the one thing well-meaning friends

In mid-May, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released a new study with a sobering statistic: Drowning deaths are on the rise in the United States. After decades of decline, the numbers have surged. Nearly 4,500 people across the country die in drownings each year. The most tragic part is that so many of

Education is an important aspect of awareness, especially when it comes to health and various conditions. In addition to Men’s Health Month, June is also National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month. When most people think of the word “migraine,” the first concept that comes to mind is “headache.” While that’s not an incorrect association, the

The Let’s Talk Lkld: Health Care forum (page 10) generated a great discussion on not only what healthcare professionals can do to better serve the public but also what individuals can do to improve their own health and the health of their loved ones and neighbors.  Of all the actions that were proposed, one in

Even though most people know the importance of physical activity, only about 22% of American adults meet the recommendations for aerobic and strengthening activity. In fact, the American Heart Association also found that one in three adults participates in no leisure time physical activity at all. This is the month to change that. With spring