If you’re a lucky woman who has just recently had a new baby, you might be suffering from severe mood swings commonly known as the “baby blues.” These extreme fluctuations (highs and lows) in temperament are very real… don’t fall for that trick that “it’s just you imagination!” As a mom of four children who are all […]
Editor’s Dose: Lookin’ out for new moms with my tips for the baby blues Read More »
Age is a pretty sensitive topic, especially for us women. We can’t help it, but it’s true. Once you hit that “certain age,” your worry worm syndrome about your appearance starts to kick in. You start to notice things, like the crow’s feet at the corner of the eyes. The extra belly fat that just
Don’t worry about getting older — worry about getting healthier Read More »
Okay, it’s confession time. I used to be one of those people who was afraid to go to the dentist. I know it sounds silly, but just the thought of having someone staring down my mouth was mortifying. I would gladly go through natural childbirth with no medication, speak in front of a crowd of
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Like an afternoon soap opera we love to hate, we just can’t seem to stop watching the drama unfold in relation to the Affordable Care Act. Whether you’re in favor or opposed to the ACA (commonly known as ObamaCare), I think we can all agree that it’s important to stay informed and remember that whether
Editor’s Dose: An important update on the Affordable Care Act Read More »
It’s everywhere in stores: household cleaning and personal hygiene products that tout the phrases “antibacterial” or “kills 99.9% of bacteria.” The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) states that there is currently no evidence that these products “are any more effective at preventing illness than washing with plain soap and water.” Recently, a proposed rule
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Here we are, at the dawn of a new year, and we each have an opportunity to challenge ourselves. This is the time when we resolve to let go of bad habits and become better people. Last year at this time, I didn’t want to make any empty promises. So being the editor that I
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As I read Chris Hazelwood’s Q&A for the first time (article on page 14), I was inspired by her bravery and strength during a very challenging time in her life. She would be the first to say that she did not make it through her fight against breast cancer alone, but it also reminded me
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This edition holds a few unique distinctions from its predecessors that I’d like to share with you. First, we have a guest contributing author who currently serves on the advisory board for the National RX Drug Abuse Summit. Dr. Gayathri Dowling, Ph.D. also holds the position of Branch Chief of the Science Policy Branch in
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If you’re turning through the pages of Central Florida Doctor, and you’re thinking that some things look a little different, then you’re right! We’ve made some changes to the design that I think you’ll like. We’ve also added some new content to match the new presentation. Why, you ask? Our answer is pretty simple:
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With four young, very excitable (and sometimes accident-prone) children, there is one thing that we never leave home without, especially when going on vacation: the first aid kit! Last year, we enjoyed having a “staycation” and decided to visit some of the theme parks in Central Florida. And by the way, Legoland is a blast
Editor’s Dose: Something a summer vacation should never be without Read More »
