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Pop Quiz: Identifying Stress and Anxiety in Your Life

There’s no denying that we live in a stressful world, but stress and anxiety can develop into something much more serious. As the importance of mental health becomes more evident, the toll stress and anxiety can take becomes clearer. Stress, anxiety and generalized anxiety disorder are prevalent mental health concerns that can easily affect your…
Pop Quiz! Beware of Interactions Between Medications and Herbal Supplements

July is Herbal/Prescription Interaction Awareness Month, and it’s time to talk about some common interactions between herbal supplements and prescriptions or over-the-counter medications. Most people will take at least one prescription medication in their lives, and some estimates maintain that about 70 percent of those age 60 and older take at least one herbal medication…
Vitiligo Vigilance

Protection Is Key During Florida’s Intense Summers by PAUL CATALA Not long after Tonja Johnson was diagnosed, she knew her days out in the direct summer sun were, for the most part, over. In 2013, Johnson was living in Lakeland and working as a program manager for the Hillsborough County Department of Health. It was…

When Summertime Sports Lead to Dental Dilemmas

By: Dr. Gerald V. Cerdan With the nice weather of summer, school being out, and more vacation time at work being taken, sports activities are usually at its peak during summertime. With the increase of sports activities, often also comes an increase in dental accidents and dilemmas. Some of these dental dilemmas include cracked, chipped,…
Important Firework Safety Reminders

By: Daniel Smith, O.D. With the Fourth of July festivities quickly approaching, it is important to consider a few important tips regarding fireworks safety. Remember that fireworks are more than just loud bangs and pretty colors—they are explosives capable of inflicting serious injury. Every year, thousands of Americans are injured by either by handling fireworks…
Oral Hygiene Travel Tips

With Summer officially in full swing, that means hot temperatures, pool days, and family vacations! Whether you are travelling with the kids or just some close friends and family, planning your oral hygiene care shouldn’t be overlooked. Brushing and flossing might take a back seat while travelling; you’re in a new location and out…