March 6, 2020 by John Fernandez
Tele-Health and Coronavirus: See a Doctor...
Overall, most cases of Coronavirus Disease 2019, or COVID-19, involve mild symptoms,...
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
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
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
Marathon Profiles 2016: Why They Run (Part...
(This is the second in a series of three articles this month focusing on runners taking part in the Miami Marathon and Half Marathon on...
January 18, 2016 / 6 min read
Figuring Your Ideal Weight
A BMI “body mass index” quickly configures a status number (18.5-24.9 considered “normal”) using your height and weight. But a healthy weight is not just...
January 14, 2016 / 3 min read
Staying Healthy During Cold and Flu Season...
Flu season typically starts in October and can last through May. It usually peaks in the colder winter months of December through February, says the...
January 12, 2016 / 2 min read
Marathon Profiles 2016: Why They Run (Part...
Although every runner has different motivations, most admit that the "runner’s high" is rewarding and addicting.
January 11, 2016 / 4 min read
New U.S. Guidelines: ‘Added Sugars’ Less Than...
For the first time, the U.S. government provides a limit to the amount of added sugar that should be consumed on a daily basis, under...
January 7, 2016 / 2 min read
