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The 9 Truths of fibroid tumors
There probably isn’t a woman who wouldn’t hold her breath when her doctor mentioned the word “tumor.” But when it’s a fibroid tumor, there’s usually …
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10/18/16
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From Florida Hospital - Apopka
When Mariely Rosario’s mother and six sisters were diagnosed with or discovered to be at high risk of breast cancer, she knew the disease was inevitable.
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9/30/16
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Will Help Prevent Misdiagnoses and Overtreatment
From Florida Hospital - Apopka
If you’ve ever experienced vertigo, you know how alarming and discombobulating it can be. But because …
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9/27/16
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While most dermatologists and doctors preach the benefits of drinking more water, water gets boring. Perhaps you’ve done just about everything to make your plain glass of water more enjoyable. If …
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9/24/16
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From Florida Hospital - Apopka
Admit it. You probably don’t have the time, or the patience, to seek medical attention for every ache or pain. And, minor discomfort is usually just that …
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9/22/16
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It Can Cause Serious Damage To Your Ears
From Florida Hospital - Apopka
Ever think about how all the wind rushing past your ears could be slowly damaging your hearing? For Michael Seidman, …
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9/19/16
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Phosphate mine spill in Polk County should not affect the aquifer
Drinking water supplies in the 18 counties of the St. Johns River Water Management District are not at risk from a recent Polk …
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9/19/16
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From Florida Hospital - Apopka
If you're a football fan or just enjoy getting together with friends, Sherri Flynt , registered/licensed dietitian at Florida Hospital, offers a few game day tips …
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9/17/16
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From Florida Hospital - Apopka
Pneumonia. It’s a scary term, but you may not know much about its signs, symptoms, or what you can do to protect yourself against it.
According to the …
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9/13/16
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Community invited to hear renowned surgeon
Renowned surgeon and Harvard professor Dr. Atul Gawande is coming to Orlando to talk about the often delicate topics of aging and death — and to tell …
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9/13/16
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From Florida Hospital - Apopka
Are you tired even though you went to bed early? Do you snore? If so, you could have sleep apnea. More than 18 million Americans have been diagnosed with the …
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9/9/16
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From Florida Hospital - Apopka
In Florida and across the nation, amoeba makes a big splash in the news around this time of year almost every single year. And there’s a good reason why: the …
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9/6/16
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Private household water well owners can do much to protect their drinking water from contamination, and there’s no better time to begin than on National Protect Your Groundwater Day September 6, …
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9/5/16
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Have you been buying soaps and body washes labeled “antibacterial” thinking they’ll keep your family safer?
Think again. On Friday the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), …
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9/5/16
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One of the most dangerous sports an athlete can play is football. Yet while Americans still enjoy playing — and watching — this popular sport, football injuries are an ongoing concern.
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9/4/16
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From Florida Hospital - Apopka
For many people, coping with pain is a daily way of life. Injuries or conditions such as arthritis or fibromyalgia can cause pain that lasts for years. And …
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9/2/16
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Entenmann’s has issued a voluntary recall of some of the brand’s Little Bites snacks due to the presence of small pieces of plastic caused by a manufacturing failure at a contract …
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9/2/16
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From Florida Hospital - Apopka
If you’ve ever had a call saying your doctor found something suspicious on your mammogram, it can be a scary time. Does it mean you have breast cancer?
Beth …
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8/29/16
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Country Fresh of Conroe, Texas announced on Friday that it is recalling 30,000 cases of various fresh-cut vegetable products because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria.
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8/27/16
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Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs is asking residents to partner with the County to combat mosquito-borne illnesses – especially Zika.
Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs
In a message …
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8/27/16
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It is often difficult for students to focus in the classroom, but a new study suggests that exercise before school can help students be more productive.
According to the study published on …
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8/25/16
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From Florida Hospital - Apopka
Nearly 70 million people in the United States have high blood pressure, but only about half of them have it under control, according to the Centers for Disease …
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8/25/16
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Texas A&M researchers have shown, for the first time, evidence that standing desks in classrooms can slow the increase in elementary school children’s body mass index (BMI)—a key indicator of …
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8/24/16
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...And How Does It Work?
From Florida Hospital - Apopka
If you’ve been watching the Olympic Games, chances are you’re curious about the blue or hot pink strips of tape the athletes are …
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8/16/16
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Heading back to school means a ramp up in routine for lots of families. One of the best ways to not only support their learning, but also show kids you care — even when you’re not there — is to …
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8/14/16
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