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A Nose for COVID-19

Central Florida Company Trains Canines to Detect Virus by JULIE GMITTER In 2020, many people adapted to the changing health crisis — whether it meant conducting business differently, working from home or virtual learning with their kids. F1K9, a Central Florida canine scent detection training school, is one of many businesses refocusing their efforts in…
Transformation

Winter Haven Operating Room Technician Opens Up About Her Weight Loss Surgery and Journey by TERESA SCHIFFER photos by APRIL SPAULDING Elizabeth Lawhorne was living a life of frustration and poor health before she made a decision that would change her life forever. Lawhorne was 356 pounds with serious health issues, including high blood pressure,…
Uplifting Experience

Thread Lifts Offer Less Invasive, More Affordable Option for Facial Rejuvenation by TIM CRAIG While thread lifts have been around in the U.S. since the 1990s, advances in technique and technology have steadily made them more popular, widespread, and increasingly local. Ashley Newman, the founder of Ageless Aesthetics and Wellness Clinic in Lakeland, has…

Back to School Oral Health Tips

It’s hard to believe August is already here. Where has summer gone? With family vacations and beach days behind us, it’s time to start preparing for the upcoming school year. Outside of the new backpacks, shiny binders, and endless notebooks, there are other important items you need to prioritize before sending your kids back to…
Children’s Eye Health

Children require clear vision in each eye and both eyes working together properly to be successful in school and extracurricular activities. We use our eyes to read, write, throw a ball, utilize computers, and watch TV as well as other activities. As children advance in school, the demand for clear vision increases because they spend…
Central Florida Health Care Hosts Teaching Kitchen Workshop

[ot-gallery url=”https://centralfloridahealthnews.com/gallery/teaching-kitchen-workshop”] On June 6, Central Florida Health Care held their Teaching Kitchen Workshop focused on men’s health, food safety, ad weight control. The facilitator of the evening, registered/licensed dietician Ron Lund, walked through various recipes and cooking tips and was available for questions throughout the event. Next month’s class will be held on July…