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  • Lifestyle Choices & Lifelong Rewards: The Road to Better Heart Health

    Lifestyle Choices & Lifelong Rewards: The Road to Better Heart Health

    by RYAN MILEJCZAK Sponsored by Central Florida Health Care Heart disease is one of the biggest medical issues we face in the modern age. It affects millions of Americans and is a leading cause of death in the US. Because of this, it’s a major concern for healthcare providers, who frequently treat patients suffering from…

  • Pop Quiz! Don’t Fall for These Exercise Myths 

    Pop Quiz! Don’t Fall for These Exercise Myths 

    When it comes to heart health, exercise is one of the best steps you can take. However, you are likely to encounter a glut of myths concerning exercise. Unfortunately, many of these myths can stall your progress, lead to injury, or even be damaging to your health. Take our quiz so you don’t take these…

  • Prevention, Screening the Two Biggest Weapons in Fight Against Cervical Cancer

    Prevention, Screening the Two Biggest Weapons in Fight Against Cervical Cancer

    by K. MICHELE TRICE Sponsored by Central Florida Health Care January is Cervical Health Awareness Month, making cervical cancer education especially important this month. Typically, the cells of the cervix go through changes before cancer appears in the cervical tissue. That’s why prevention and early screening are key components of women’s health care. Ruthie Almonte…

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  • Healthy Cook: What to eat for dental health

    Healthy Cook: What to eat for dental health

    For another easy breakfast meal that will help make your teeth stronger and put a smile on your face, try Florida Strawberry Oatmeal: 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats 1 cup water Dash of salt Cinnamon to taste Sliced, fresh strawberries Combine oats, water and salt in a small saucepan and bring to a boil.  Reduce heat…

  • Word of Mouth: Myths about implants debunked, part I: Are they practical?

    Word of Mouth: Myths about implants debunked, part I: Are they practical?

    Dental implants are a viable option for most patients experiencing tooth loss.  Fused with the patient’s jaw, implants can replace bridges and dentures, and they look and feel very natural.  However, there are many myths out there; don’t let these dissuade you of the practicality of dental implants. Myth: I don’t have enough bone. There…

  • PCMA Letter: An easy way to find the specialist you need

    PCMA Letter: An easy way to find the specialist you need

    As you might already know, the 2014 Central Florida Physicians Directory and Medical Professionals Guide was made available early and can be found at convenient medical facilities all around the region, as well as online at www.CentralFloridaHealthNews.com.  We published the directory early for several reasons, but one of them was to make sure you have…

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