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T1D Determination

Boy Takes Control of Diagnosis to Dream Big story by KRISTEN GUEVARA photos by TYLER DIGIOVINE A typical 11-year-old likely doesn’t prefer the company of a snitch, but for one Lake Wales boy in particular — it’s exactly what he wants. In 2018, Weston Watson was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes — commonly referred to…
Pop Quiz!

Are You Really Boosting Your Immune System? The news has been filled with information concerning the immune system, especially with the Covid-19 pandemic and the start of cold and flu season. The body’s immune system is a complex network of organs, white blood cells, proteins called antibodies, and chemicals that work together to protect you…
Men Aren’t Immune to Breast Cancer

While men may not be the first ones to come to mind when you think of breast cancer awareness, they can still develop it. Central Florida Health News spoke with Winter Haven Hospital oncologist Dr. Hassan Ebrahim to learn more about breast cancer in men. Health News: What percent of breast cancer occurs in men?…

Publisher’s Note: Relevant topics for Central Florida

In this edition we have an article that discusses three things you need to consider about the Affordable Care Act (ACA). I mentioned last month that as of October 1, the open enrollment period for the ACA will begin. What does that mean for Central Florida? Well, according to the statistics gathered by Healthy Tampa…
Your health for the holidays

This edition of Central Florida Health News provides some insight on the health concerns that (if not treated) can really have a negative affect on the “tidings of comfort and joy” you feel this season. During the “most wonderful time of the year,” sometimes it’s difficult to put on a happy face and be of…
Healthy Cook: Smart shopping and preparation means a big feast without the big cost

Surprise, surprise! Holiday dinner can cost more than Santa can afford. That budget-stretching and belt-loosening feast can make a big dent in holiday cash. With planning and patience, however, you can serve a show-stopping dinner and have money left over. Start with the turkey. Supermarkets use them as loss leaders at this…