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  • Life after delivery: Q&A with Drs. Peter Alvarez and Diana Wilson on postpartum depression

    Life after delivery: Q&A with Drs. Peter Alvarez and Diana Wilson on postpartum depression

    WHEN A MOTHER brings home a new baby, regardless of whether or not it’s her first child, it is a very special time. Life after delivery is an important phase when mom and baby strengthen the foundation for a bond that lasts a lifetime. But like all phases of life, there are natural stress factors,…

  • Top Docs Feature: Q&A with Delanie and Gordon Watson

    Top Docs Feature: Q&A with Delanie and Gordon Watson

    Patients talk with CFHN about their healthcare provider, Dr. Japinder Singh “MY HUSBAND was very, very sick when I met him,” says Delaine Watson. Gordon had all manner of problems with his spleen and gallbladder, hernias — even throat cancer. A Vietnam veteran, he’d also been exposed to Agent Orange.

  • POP QUIZ … Sun exposure: What you don’t know CAN hurt you

    POP QUIZ … Sun exposure: What you don’t know CAN hurt you

    A little skin protection knowledge now could save your life later LIVING IN THE SUNSHINE STATE, we’ve all heard about the dangers of the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) radiation. However, it doesn’t seem as if we’ve learned enough, because the effects of sun exposure — like skin cancer — are posing as much danger to residents…

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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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