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Over the past decade, animal influencers have captured the hearts and attention of people around the globe with their antics — but Koda the Fluff is a little different. This registered therapy dog works closely with Orlando Health and has visited other hospitals, including Lakeland Regional. Inside this edition, we chat with owner Jena McKinstry […]

February is for hearts, that much is certain. That, of course, includes figurative and candy hearts for Valentine’s Day, but there’s another heart that is far more important that you should be pledging your devotion to this month: your heart. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women. In fact, someone

As we head into the new year, our thoughts turn to resolutions and healthier habits. The common pitfall is that too often, resolutions fade before they can even make an impact. The good news is that you can choose to commit to healthier decisions regardless of the time of year, and there’s no limit to

Healthcare personnel shortages have been a hot topic, especially during the pandemic and in the years that have followed.  A recent Mercer report projected a shortage of roughly 100,000 critical health care workers in the next four years. The same report cited alarming statistics regarding projected nursing assistant shortfalls. Medical staffing shortages have been especially

There’s a good chance you’ve been affected by breast cancer, whether through your own experience or perhaps that of a friend, coworker, or relative. Aside from skin cancers, breast cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, with 1 in 8 women  — or 13% of the nation’s population — facing diagnosis in

If you regularly read Central Florida Health News, you’ve heard us discuss the nursing shortage that plagues not only Central Florida, but the nation as a whole. What you may not have heard is that according to a 2023 survey, Florida hospitals are seeing a 38% reduction in nurse turnover and vacancy rates. The vacancy

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, more than one in five U.S. adults live with a mental illness. Despite this, there remains a stigma that keeps many people from seeking the health care they need.  One of the prevailing points that repeatedly surfaced as we put together the annual Mental Health edition of

When you spend time day in and day out enjoying the beautiful weather we have year-round in Florida, complacency can sneak in. And that complacency can be dangerous. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States and worldwide. In fact, more than 9,500 people are diagnosed with skin cancer every day. According

Each June, Central Florida Health News shifts its focus to men’s health. According to the American Cancer Society, prostate cancer is the second-most common cancer in men in the nation, surpassed only by skin cancer. While 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer, a person’s risk can be largely determined by specific

There’s a force at work every moment of every day, and it plays a vital role in safeguarding the health and well-being of our families, friends, and neighbors. That force is composed of dedicated nurses. These unsung heroes are the heart of the healthcare system, providing compassionate care and expertise around the clock. Their impact