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  • Central Florida Health Care’s Success Is Rooted in Recruiting and Retention

    Central Florida Health Care’s Success Is Rooted in Recruiting and Retention

    by RYAN MILEJCZAK sponsored by Central Florida Health Care Today Central Florida Health Care is known for its outreach and prominence in the community, but that’s because it has consciously worked to build a top-tier image and recruit top talent.  CFHC Chief Human Resources Officer Phil Kenney says the company has come a long way,…

  • Pop Quiz! Are You Flu-ent on Prevention? A-choose Wisely

    Pop Quiz! Are You Flu-ent on Prevention? A-choose Wisely

    The holiday season approaches, but so does the gift that will not stop giving — flu season. While the influenza virus can circulate at any time of the year, flu season peaks from December to February. The flu is a serious illness that can lead to pneumonia, bacterial infections, hospitalization, or worse. Take our quiz…

  • Brimming With Hope

    Brimming With Hope

    Mother of T1D Uses Cups of Hope to Raise Awareness by REBEKAH PIERCE It’s the little things in life that make it so meaningful – and for families affected by type 1 diabetes, it might truly be as simple as sharing a good cup of coffee. Katie Schmid started the Polk County chapter of Cups…

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  • Lymphedema Swelling a Common Ailment

    Lymphedema Swelling a Common Ailment

    Lymphedema is swelling caused by obstruction or reflux in the lymphatic vessels and is one of the most common conditions affecting humans. The lymph vessels are long, thin-walled tubes that form a very intricate network in the arms and the legs. In some cases, these lymph vessels are absent or are damaged or destroyed, and…

  • Happiness Happens… in the Sun!

    Happiness Happens… in the Sun!

    by COURTNEY BEAUMONT, OD 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…

  • The Importance of Wearing Sunglasses

    The Importance of Wearing Sunglasses

    by EDITH WEPPELMANN, OD Do you enjoy watersports, fishing, golfing, hiking outdoors, or going to the beach? Sunglasses are not only a fashion accessory. They keep you looking good by preventing wrinkles, and more importantly, they protect your eyes from the development of various diseases. Your shades work to protect your vision health and maximize…

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