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Heart Attack Symptoms Can Be Vastly Different for Women by TERESA SCHIFFER When you think of a heart attack, you undoubtedly think of intense chest pain. After all, that is one of the most common and recognizable symptoms. But what happens when a heart attack’s symptoms don’t fit the classic profile? For women, that’s a…
Embracing a Multidisciplinary approach to heart disease

by TERESA SCHIFFER Sponsored by Central Florida Health Care The motto of Central Florida Health Care is “Health Care With a Heart,” and February is American Heart Health Month, making it the perfect time to consider what we can all do to help protect our heart health. This is especially important when we consider the…
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Don’t Miss a Beat: Learn About Heart Arrhythmia Your heart is one of the most important organs in your body, and it affects the healthy operation of most of your other organs and your overall well-being. There are many problems you could experience with your heart, and heart arrhythmia is a common one. It’s a…

Publisher’s Note: The 2015 Central Florida Physicians Directory and Medical Professionals Guide is here!

It’s here! The fifth annual Central Florida Physicians Directory and Medical Professionals Guide is available hot off the press for all of your referral needs. We’re happy to report that we’ve gotten bigger and better. There are more physicians than ever in this directory, which means more options for you.
How to maintain oral health during the holidays

The holiday season is fast approaching with many distractions that might keep you from maintaining good oral health. Luckily, following a few tips can help ensure that your mouth stays in tip-top shape throughout the holidays! Up your oral care routine First and foremost, stick to your daily oral care routine. Then, to make sure…
The Dreaded Call: ‘Mom is on her way to the ER’

The immediate questions: Why? How did it happen? How long will she be there? How quickly can I get there? She’ll be upset, especially being alone. But can I get away right now? As care managers in geriatrics and dementia care, participating in ER visits is one of our biggest strengths and helps provide peace…