How three fingers helped save my life
Jerri Huntt’s self-breast exam that changed everything Like many women, Jerri Huntt was skeptical. She...
Editor’s Dose: The story behind Walt Hall Tribute Day at LEGOLAND® Florida Resort
When people think of the Boys & Girls Clubs, some phrases that come to mind...
Word of Mouth: When it’s NOT good to be sensitive!
Sensitivity is a desirable trait in many situations these days, but that’s definitely not the...
Local Chat and Chew now offered after hours
Community volunteer organization creates new event to help put willpower back in your diet With...
Medical Advice: Addressing childhood obesity NOW to avoid disease LATER
Healthcare is becoming more expensive every year. In 2010, the United States spent 17 percent...
Ask a Nurse: My final column in CFHN— But more to come online!
Hello my fellow Floridians. I would like to take this opportunity to thank you all...
Beyond Breast Cancer Awareness
A look at prevention 365 days a year It’s time to lavish your pink frocks...
Ask a Nurse: Affordable Care Act
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) was signed into law to reform the healthcare industry by...
Is an urgent illness or injury always an emergency?
Whether you’re suddenly stricken with a migraine or fever, a visit to your primary- care...
Affordable Care Act Update
Many Polk County residents are continuing to rely on free healthcare clinics, despite health insurance...
Word of Mouth: Facts and myths about wisdom teeth— What you need to know
When it comes to wisdom teeth and myths, the tall tales rank right up there...
Pop Quiz: What’s your Medicare IQ?
A Test that Will Help You Get Smarter About Your Coverage For youngsters, autumn means...
The secret to age reversal may be hiding in our blood
Could the fountain of youth be flowing through the veins of our youth? Dr. Amy...
Approaching health care with dignity, concern, and compassion
How the Central Florida Physician’s Alliance Serves Patients Spending more time in the waiting room...
Local Health Update: Public forum on medical marijuana brings cheers and boos
There was a lot of cheering and booing going on Thursday night, August 28, at...
Editor’s Dose: A thank you note to the teachers
This school year, our twins have started first grade and our four-year-old has started pre-K...
In My Opinion: What’s ahead for Florida during the next ACA open enrollment period
In your opinion, what kind of response do you think the upcoming Affordable Care Act...
PCMA Letter: A look at what’s around the corner
With general election time and the next open enrollment period for the government healthcare exchange...
Working together for better patient care
Making alliances that produce peace of mind and solutions to medical practice concerns As a...
Medical Memoirs: Dr. Kevin Dorsett on carrying out the mission to ‘Do unto Others’
“Do unto your patients as you would do unto your family,” advises Dr. Kevin Dorsett;...
