March 27, 2020 by John Fernandez
Coronavirus Roundup: Loss of Taste, Smell...
ENT Doctors: Sudden Loss of Smell or Taste may be a Symptom...
Roundup: Senate Bill Targets Painkiller Abuse, Heroin...
The U.S. Senate passed a bipartisan bill this week that helps communities tackle the illegal use of opioid painkillers and heroin addiction, two issues that...
March 11, 2016 / 3 min read
Kidney Disease Screenings: What You Need to...
While people with kidney disease are living longer and have better treatment options, screening for kidney disease—even among people with risk factors—remains low
March 10, 2016 / 3 min read
Nutrition Guidelines: Are People Paying Attention?
Many Americans don't realize that earlier this year the federal government released important dietary information which, if followed, would have a major impact on our...
March 9, 2016 / 3 min read
Relay for Life 2016: Uniting to Fight...
Cancer survivors and caregivers will receive much-deserved fanfare as they make that special lap during this year’s Relay for Life of East Kendall on Saturday,...
March 8, 2016 / 3 min read
From the Front Lines: Rx for Heroin...
Unintentional overdoses on Opioid prescription medications, such as Oxycontin and Percocet, quadrupled between 1999 and 2014.
March 7, 2016 / 4 min read
Wear Sunscreen to Protect Skin
A broad spectrum label on a sunscreen indicates the product — when used properly — will protect you from the effects of ultraviolet A (UVA)...
March 6, 2016 / 3 min read
Heart Disease: Prevention Saves Lives, Cuts Costs
Expenses related to cardiovascular disease represent 17 percent of overall national health expenditures.
March 3, 2016 / 2 min read
Tendinitis: How to Treat and (Sometimes) Prevent...
There’s a common, nagging and often quite painful condition shared by elite athletes, weekend warriors, exercise-class enthusiasts — as well as office workers typing at...
March 1, 2016 / 3 min read
Roundup: 1 in 3 Americans Drink Sugar-Laden...
Nearly one-third of Americans consume at least one sugar-laden soda or juice every day, according to a new report from the U.S. Centers for Disease...
February 26, 2016 / 2 min read
More Data Needed on Zika Virus, Says...
Florida's surgeon general said the state is prepared to address the Zika virus based on a proven history of combating other mosquito-borne diseases.
February 24, 2016 / 3 min read
