Wellness & Prevention


Clearing Up 'Computer Vision Syndrome'

Viewing digital devices is so common and pervasive now that up to nine of every 10 computer users have been affected by one or more...

June 3, 2015 / 3 min read


Brain Power & Exercise

What's really drives your workout routines? Give credit to your brain. Recent studies make it clear that the body connects with the mind in ways...

June 2, 2015 / 2 min read


Watch Now: Baptist Health Run Club’s ‘Adventure...

Nearly 400 runners participated in the Adventure Run in Long Pine Key in Everglades National Park presented by Baptist Health South Florida and Homestead Hospital.

June 1, 2015 / 1 min read


NBA Deals With Concussion Concerns; Moderate Drinking...

On the eve of the NBA Finals, the topic of concussions has grabbed center stage when top players from the Golden State Warriors were injured...

May 29, 2015 / 3 min read


Rising 'Metabolic Syndrome' Now Affects 35% of...

Metabolic syndrome, which encompasses a group of risk factors — such as high blood pressure, high blood sugar, undesirable cholesterol levels, and a large waist...

May 27, 2015 / 2 min read


Are You ‘Stroke Smart’?

More than 795,000 people experience strokes every year, but many do not receive proper treatment in time, potentially leading to severe disabilities.

May 25, 2015 / 2 min read


Tips for a Safe Memorial Day Cookout...

Memorial Day weekend is here and with it comes the unofficial start of the summer grill and cookout season. The following infographic tells you all...

May 22, 2015 / 1 min read


Employee Health & Fitness: 7 Tips for...

Prolonged sitting can be dangerous to your health -— at home and at work. New research suggests that sitting too much increases your chances of...

May 20, 2015 / 2 min read


Studies Reaffirm Benefits of Exercise for Seniors

Moderate to vigorous physical activity is more likely to help prevent age-associated weight gain, instead of dieting alone, according to a new study.

May 18, 2015 / 3 min read


Two Minutes of Walking Can Offset Harm...

Replacing as little as two minutes of sitting each hour with walking can lower you risk of premature death by about 33 percent, compared with...

May 15, 2015 / 3 min read