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Miami Cancer Institute Joins Memorial Sloan Kettering...

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) and Miami Cancer Institute at Baptist Health South Florida announce the beginning of a dynamic and forward-thinking collaboration aimed...

February 10, 2016 / 3 min read


Risks of Common Heartburn Meds

Studies have shown that PPIs may increase the risk for a variety of problems, including bone fractures, infections, kidney disease and possibly even heart problems.

February 8, 2016 / 3 min read


Seeing an Ophthalmologist, Optometrist or Optician

Ophthalmologists, optometrists and opticians all take care of eyes, but their training and expertise in the management of eyesight are different.

February 1, 2016 / 3 min read


News Roundup: Spread of Zika Virus ‘Alarming,’...

In its first major statement on the Zika virus, the World Health Organization said it will convene an emergency meeting to seek ways of stopping...

January 29, 2016 / 3 min read


Grow2Heal: Homestead Hospital’s Community Garden (VIDEO)

Homestead Hospital's Grow2Heal Community Garden promotes healthier living by harvesting organic fruits, vegetables, herbs, fruit trees and native flowers.

January 26, 2016 / 1 min read


Watch Now: 2016 Miami Marathon and Half...

Participants in the 14th Annual Miami Marathon and Half Marathon woke up to clear skies and cold temperatures, (by South Florida standards), conditions some considered...

January 24, 2016 / 1 min read


News Roundup: More Americans Living Past 100;...

Americans who reach 100 years old, or become a "centenarian," are still rare, but their number has increased 43.6 percent, from 50,281 in 2000 to...

January 22, 2016 / 2 min read


Health Officials Warn Pregnant Women of Zika...

State health officials are warning travelers, especially pregnant women, that the mosquito-borne Zika virus is quickly spreading throughout Latin America and the Caribbean, while confirming...

January 20, 2016 / 2 min read


Marathon Profiles 2016: Why They Run (Part...

Each person had a unique journey that prepared him or her to take on a challenge that most people would not consider.

January 20, 2016 / 6 min read


Running the (Short) Distance for Your Health

Four studies of runners shows that running a total of just 51 minutes a week improves cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, respiratory and overall health.

January 19, 2016 / 2 min read