Publisher’s Note

At Central Florida Health News, we work hard to take the top health headlines and drill down to the local level so you can see how the news affects you and your community. You’ve likely read about the shortage of healthcare workers — especially nurses — in our articles and columns. That’s because the shortage […]

The healthcare industry has always faced challenges, but the current staffing shortage is certainly one of the most formidable. You may have heard rumblings, or maybe you wondered why your doctor’s appointment was moved. In fact, staff shortages can have a snowball effect on everything from shuffled appointments and longer wait times to more dire

At Central Florida Health News, we believe it’s important to take the time to pause and reflect on how far you’ve come. Recognizing and rejoicing in life’s victories fosters an attitude of gratitude. And we’re nothing if not gracious. This year, we celebrate 12 years of Central Florida Health News. That’s 12 years of serving

As many of our readers know, Central Florida Health News has been embedded in the medical community since 2011. Ever since, we’ve been sharing your stories of success,awareness, and inspiration. Over the years, we’ve seen such an incredible expansion in the healthcare industry. Ifthere’s one thing we’ve noticed, it’s that the growth we’re experiencing means

We often talk about the importance of advocating for yourself as a patient, but that means checking in on your health and educating yourself enough to know when something could be wrong. That’s an important responsibility for men and women alike. Multiple studies have shown that men visit the doctor far less often than women.

If you’ve been following the news at any point in the past 10 years or so, you know that Florida is facing a grim reality when it comes to health care. According to a Florida Hospital Association report, the state is looking at a shortage of nearly 60,000 nurses by the year 2035. Needless to

This is one of my favorite editions of Central Florida Health News. After all, I’m a huge dog lover, so any time I get to write about the undeniably positive bond between humans and their pets, I’m thrilled. In this edition, we explore the benefits pets have on our lives, and we go even further

Our country has been honoring American Heart Month in February since President Lyndon Johnson made the first proclamation in 1964. Educational material is everywhere, but when is the last time you checked in with your heart health?  The American Heart Association is a fantastic resource for anyone seeking guidance. Since 2010, the association has been

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

This is the time of year when we start measuring, reflecting, and preparing for the next chapter. People like to ask whether it’s been a good year, and my response will always be the same: Every year is a good year. Each day is a gift from the Good Lord above, and we decide how