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Your allies on the road to weight loss

| How lifestyle changes through medically supervised programs can benefit your waistline and your overall health | AFTER THE INDULGENCES of holiday parties and family gatherings, weight loss may top your list of New Year’s resolutions. As we embrace a new year and new goals, few people engage their doctor during their weight loss journey.…
Medical Advice: How to stop a fall before it happens

It was reported earlier this year by the Centers for Disease and Prevention that the life expectancy for people in the United States is at an all-time high of 78 years and 9 ½ months. Women born in 2012 are now expected to live more than 81 years and men nearly 76 ½ years. It…
Pop Quiz: Is your home fall-proof?

Falling is the most common cause of household injuries. It is especially dangerous for older Americans, as a fall can be fatal or have serious long-term affects like physical impairment, loss of independence, and costly medical bills. Since six out of every 10 falls happen at home, take our quiz to test your IQ on…

Benefits of Breastfeeding Your Baby

Here are some facts about the benefits of breastmilk from the medical staff at Central Florida Health Care. There are many benefits of breastfeeding your baby. Now, this is not to follow the trend “breast is best” or to shame mothers who are unable to breastfeed their little ones. Our medical team at Central Florida…
The Difference Between a Sports Versus School Physical

Before you schedule your child’s back-to-school physical during Back to School Week at Central Florida Health Care, Inc., here are a few key differences between a sports versus school physical. AH, SUMMERTIME—when the days are long and life is easy for student. As the kids kick back and enjoy the break from their studies, parents…
Back to School Checkups

It is almost that time of the year again, when children all over the country prepare to head back to school to begin a new year. When scheduling your child’s annual physicals and exams, don’t overlook their oral hygiene! Ensuring your child has a happy and healthy mouth before going back to school is just…