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Teaming Up For Good Pediatric Oral Health
by TERESA SCHIFFER Sponsored by Central Florida Health Care Good oral health begins early, with proper pediatric dental care. Although the importance of healthy baby teeth isn’t often talked about, the fact of the matter is that cavities and oral infections in children can lead to serious problems. Poor oral health may cause…
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Listen to Your Heart
Man’s Experience Underscores Importance of Advocating for Yourself as a Patient by TERESA SCHIFFER No one knows your body better than you. There may be times when something just doesn’t feel right, and even though you voiced your concern to your physician, you weren’t able to get the answers that put your mind…
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Know the Numbers: 1 in 4
Don’t Underestimate the Effects of Stress on Heart Health by TERESA SCHIFFER Heart disease accounts for one in every four deaths in the United States. With odds like that, it’s good to know that some contributing factors are within your control. Stress is one of those factors. Everyone experiences stress at some…
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Associate Publisher’s Column: The business of health and you
I’d like to join our Publisher and Polk County Medical Association (PCMA) President in welcoming you to the first edition of Central Florida Health News (CFHN) magazine. The partnership between Central Florida Media Group (CFMG) and the PCMA will serve medical professionals as well as consumers. You’ll see locally focused coverage on topics like…