Pop Quiz: Germs 101—A Crash Course for Parents
Back-to-school season is upon us, and that means your child’s chances of coming down with...
Tackling Mental Health Together
Establishing the West Central Florida Mental Wellness Coalition Recognizing the record number of suicide rates...
Working Like a Dog
Reading with Bonnie the Therapy Dog by RACHEL CHRISTIAN Cassandra Banning and Bonnie, her 10-year-old...
Taking Action
State Mandate Calls for Mental Health Education in Florida Schools by MARY TOOTHMAN The...
Pop Quiz: Facts and Stats about Glaucoma
1.) Which of the following defines glaucoma? A medical condition in which the lens of...
Talking Skin Cancer Care and Prevention
by TERESA SCHIFFER Here in Central Florida, we are bathed in sunlight most days of...
Health Hero Spotlight
Central Florida Health News has always been all about telling stories and informing readers of...
New Pacemaker Technology Saving Lives
by TIM CRAIG Madeline Falardeau knew she had heart problems. The Winter Haven senior could...
Make Sure You’re Covered With these Sunscreen Facts
by ERIKA ALDRICH Summer is upon us, and amidst the yardwork, barbecues, days in the...
Tackling Prostate Cancer
Understanding the Risks and Preventative Options by TERESA SCHIFFER No one wants to hear “cancer”...
Raising Awareness About Skin Cancer
The month of May is recognized as Skin Cancer Awareness month, and although it just...
Running For a Cause
A Look at the 2019 Fallen Heroes Memorial 5K By MARY TOOTHMAN Why would hundreds...
Health Hero: Tonja Johnson Brings Support to Vitiligo Community
by TIM CRAIG When Tonja Johnson first saw a spot on her skin in...
When Should Men be Getting their Checkups and Screenings?
by ERIKA ALDRICH It’s always important to see a doctor regularly and practice preventative care...
Manual or Electric Toothbrushes?
Looking at the Pros and Cons of Your Main Oral Hygiene Tool by MARY TOOTHMAN...
A Tribute to Our Local Nurses
Celebrating National Nurses Week by Highlighting the Great Work of our Area Nurses Bartow Regional...
The Connection Between Gum Disease and Alzheimer’s Disease
By Teresa Schiffer Alzheimer’s disease is a devastating illness that many people suffer from as...
Wake Up to these Facts and Stats About Getting Better Sleep
A good night’s sleep is worth its weight in gold when it comes to your...
Pattie Johnson, LVIM’s 2018 Volunteer of the Year
When a patient makes an appointment at the Lakeland Volunteers in Medicine clinic in Lakeland...
Keeping Seniors Safe: New Senior Protection Team Looks to Stop Elder Crime & Abuse
By MATT NORMAN Most seniors today live active, vibrant lives. Still, there are many factors...