Publisher’s Note: The 2015 Central Florida Physicians Directory and Medical Professionals Guide is here!
It’s here! The fifth annual Central Florida Physicians Directory and Medical Professionals Guide is available...
How to maintain oral health during the holidays
The holiday season is fast approaching with many distractions that might keep you from maintaining...
The Dreaded Call: ‘Mom is on her way to the ER’
The immediate questions: Why? How did it happen? How long will she be there? How...
Enterovirus D68: Symptoms, Severity, and Treatment
We are currently experiencing a nationwide outbreak of the Enterovirus D68. Enterovirus D68 can cause...
Editor’s Dose: One trip to the ER that made me think
The last time I was at the Emergency Room was for my four-year-old daughter. Since...
Healthy Cook: An ounce of canning is worth a pound of preparedness
In the olden days, when our parents’ parents were new parents, “Putting food by” was...
Publisher’s Note: Accidents, Emergencies, and Illnesses Happen Every Day
In this edition of Central Florida Health News magazine, we wanted to put the spotlight...
Medical Advice: ESF8 Health and Medical Coalition: Creating bonds that strengthen disaster response
The world can be a dangerous place. There are natural disasters such as hurricanes, man-made...
PCMA Letter: Counting our blessings
As Thanksgiving quickly approaches and swiftly thereafter we will be swung into the hectic pace...
Don’t forget to exercise your right to vote
Thomas Paine, one of the fathers of the American Revolution, wrote in the year 1795...
The 50+ job landscape: The Good, the Bad, and the Promising
With the ever-increasing life expectancy and an improving job market, our nation’s experienced workers are...
A healthier future for you and your children
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and, while this disease is serious and at times...
Steps for a breast self-exam
About one in eight U.S. women will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of...
Healthy Cook: Awareness is served
Pink is the color of the day— every day in October— to raise awareness of...
Editor’s Dose: The story behind Walt Hall Tribute Day at LEGOLAND® Florida Resort
When people think of the Boys & Girls Clubs, some phrases that come to mind...
Word of Mouth: When it’s NOT good to be sensitive!
Sensitivity is a desirable trait in many situations these days, but that’s definitely not the...
Medical Advice: Addressing childhood obesity NOW to avoid disease LATER
Healthcare is becoming more expensive every year. In 2010, the United States spent 17 percent...
Ask a Nurse: My final column in CFHN— But more to come online!
Hello my fellow Floridians. I would like to take this opportunity to thank you all...
Ask a Nurse: Affordable Care Act
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) was signed into law to reform the healthcare industry by...
Is an urgent illness or injury always an emergency?
Whether you’re suddenly stricken with a migraine or fever, a visit to your primary- care...