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Have a Heart Gala to support free clinic for indigent care
Event will raise funds for the continued efforts of Parkview Medical Center FOR A FORTUNATE FEW, time is of little consequence. For the rest of us, time is a luxury that we can rarely indulge in. In Haines City, however, a dedicate group of staff and volunteers are working to give more time and —…
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Mental health moment: Meditation is medication
IT’S TRUE. Certain kinds of meditation may work better for you than others. If you’re anxious about the future, a guided imagery meditation — about visualizing what you want — might be good.
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More than dieting and exercise: How Maryemma made a lifestyle change
MAKING LIFESTYLE CHANGES that result in a healthier weight is never easy to do. Many who are overweight or obese will only decide to do something about it once they have a health scare or develop one of the numerous associated health problems. Such was the case for Maryemma Bachelder, the director of marketing for…
Columns
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Body, Mind & Spirit: How to be a better health-nag
Most people don’t like a nag. So when it comes to important issues like physical fitness, a bit of diplomacy is in order – especially when it involves your spouse. “If you nag they just get mad,” says Jamie Moore, a registered dietitian at Lake Wales Medical Center. “It’s more leading by example.” “Show how…
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PCMA Letter: Be aware and take caution at the beach
PCMA LETTER Title: Be Aware and Take Caution at the Beach Besides the fact that June is National Safety Month, June 5-11 is our nation’s official Rip Current Awareness week. With school out and the summer season upon us, the beach will become a major hot spot for quality time with family and…
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Publisher’s Note: A quick look at the past and present
Well, another month has come and gone and I can’t believe it’s already June! It seems like only yesterday we were celebrating the New Year with Dr. Sergio Seoane of the Polk County Medical Association on our cover, and here we are, halfway through the year and looking ahead to our summer kick-off edition.…
