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  • Getting a roadmap to clarity on women’s breast health

    Getting a roadmap to clarity on women’s breast health

    Local event addresses health concerns for new screening guidelines WHEN NEW GUIDELINES for breast cancer screening were released October 20 by the American Cancer Society (ACS), the public reaction was swift and concerned. Many women were alarmed — particularly those who had been diagnosed with breast cancer by way of early screenings.

  • Making senior health a walk in the park

    Making senior health a walk in the park

    A Q&A with Dr. Manuel Jain on prevention and safety as you age CENTRAL FLORIDA HEALTH NEWS (CFHN): What do you share with your senior patients about the importance of being physically active?

  • Pop quiz on palliative care and when it’s needed

    Pop quiz on palliative care and when it’s needed

    Learn more about when and why a patient might benefit from palliative care GOING THROUGH a serious illness can be difficult, but palliative care is one option that many patients and caregivers find to be a godsend during such a time. While many are not familiar with the term “palliative care,” it’s the kind of…

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  • Robotics Help Refine Hip, Knee Replacement

    Robotics Help Refine Hip, Knee Replacement

    As we move further into the 21st century, more and more of the amazing things that science fiction promised us are becoming reality. One fascinating technological development is the use of robots in a variety of applications – including orthopaedic surgery. There are many reasons to utilize robots in various medical procedures, and the evidence…

  • Unmasking the ‘Invisible Injury’: Knowing Concussion Signs Saves Lives

    Unmasking the ‘Invisible Injury’: Knowing Concussion Signs Saves Lives

    National Concussion Awareness Day is September 17. Its purpose is to raise awareness about the importance of recognizing the signs and symptoms of a concussion.   To a teen athlete, the health risk of a concussion can seem small compared to their powerful desire to stay in the game and help their teammates. That’s one…

  • Happiness Happens… in the Sun!

    Happiness Happens… in the Sun!

    Despite the recent rain, we residents of the Sunshine State still make time to enjoy the Florida sunshine. Nothing says happiness like a day at the lake with family and friends. But, while we all know that the sun can cause damage to our skin in the form of sunspots and skin cancers, did you…

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