From the PCMA President

Considering roughly 1 in 5 U.S. adults are living with a mental illness and suicide is among the top causes of death for people ages 10-64, the importance of mental health care is clear. Fortunately, some of the barriers that keep some who need help from getting it are starting to improve. The stigma of […]

If you’ve lived in Florida for any length of time, it can be easy to become blasé about skin cancer and sunscreen. This is, after all, the Sunshine State. When you start learning about the dangers of UV rays as early as age 5, the message can become muted. Unfortunately, that means the finer nuances

Welcome to the June edition of Central Florida Health News. To some, I may be a new face for this greeting as Dr. Booker has served as president of the Polk County Medical Association President since June of 2019. I’d like to thank Dr. Booker for his outstanding leadership, dedication, and commitment to the PCMA

The nursing shortage in Florida is reaching a fevered pitch. Some professional associations warn that the state could be lacking upwards of 50,000 nurses by 2035. Yet show me any hospital, clinic, or care center, and I promise you there are nurses working tirelessly behind the scenes to make sure the patients get the best

Florida has long been known as an ideal place for seniors. Great weather, no state income tax, and an abundance of top healthcare resources make the Sunshine State more than ideal.  In this Senior Health edition of Central Florida Health News, we address issues that may be more relevant to our aging population. After all,

People have enjoyed the benefits of animal companionship for ages because it buoys their mood and keeps their spirits high. But did you know there’s scientific evidence that supports the health benefits of having pets? In this Pets & Your Health edition of Central Florida Health News, we take a deep dive into the various

The death of Lisa Marie Presley following cardiac arrest at age 54 shocked the nation and brought heart health to the forefront of our minds. February is American Heart Month, a time when Central Florida Health News takes a closer look at cardiovascular health in order to help you focus on your health.  This month,

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

The holidays swoop through the year end in a whirlwind of gatherings, hope, anticipation, and expectations. Are you ready for it? The season seems to creep up on us right when we’re feeling ragged from the chaos but still wanting to look our best for the family dinners and all those photos. From bright, smooth

As we approach the holidays, there are bound to be visions of sugar plums dancing in our heads. Whether intentional or not, the holiday season has become synonymous with piles of sweet desserts and spreads of rich, savory foods. In a nation where an estimated 37 million people have diabetes, including roughly 8 million as-yet