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Do You Pass SKINspection?

Know the Risks and Signs Associated With Melanoma by RYAN MILEJCZAK Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer, with more Americans receiving a skin cancer diagnosis each year than all other cancer diagnoses combined. Melanoma is the least common form of skin cancer, but it’s also the deadliest. In fact, it causes more…
Don’t Underestimate the Dangers of Heat-Related Illnesses

by TERESA SCHIFFER Sponsored by Central Florida Health Care It’s summertime, and that means it’s time to get out and have some fun! It’s important to keep in mind that soaring temperatures here in Florida can lead to dangerous heat-related illnesses. Thankfully, if you know the symptoms to watch for, you can keep yourself and…
Pop Quiz! Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow

Test Your Knowledge to Get to the Root of Your Hair Loss They say your hair is the crown you never take off, but what if that crown has been tarnished by hair loss? There are many reasons why your hair may be thinning, and you need to figure out those reasons before turning to…

Healthy Cook: Fooling the senses for feeling full after a meal

WE EAT FIRST with our eyes, then aroma comes into play. Our brain says if it looks good and smells good, it will taste good. And if it’s a big pile of food, we will be satisfied. Here’s the trick: You can fool your senses. One of the easiest ways is with the size aspect.…
Healthy Smiles: Diabetes and your oral health

PEOPLE WITH DIABETES tend to have more serious cases of oral disease, which can trigger diabetic complications. That’s why your dentist is so important as part of your health team. Although anyone can develop gum disease, there is a link between high blood sugar and increased incidence of periodontitis. Periodontitis (periodontal disease) is caused by…
Medical Advice: Keep vaccines between you and disease

“A NEW YEAR, NEW YOU” is the motto for many as they make their New Year’s resolutions. For some, this means changing their look or adopting healthier habits. These are great considerations. Another important goal for the New Year should be to make sure your vaccinations are up to date. Without these, the “new you”…