Parental awareness and preventive conversations are essential to keeping our teens safe from vaping. This health concern has been escalating in the news, and parents need to know this common […]
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When the onset of type 1 diabetes occurs, there may be confusion and denial. The symptoms of type 1 diabetes can mask themselves as a multitude of other things, and […]
“Pain is such an uncomfortable feeling that even a tiny amount of it is enough to ruin every enjoyment.’” Will Rogers Chasing a pain-free existence is a daily challenge for many […]
Mountains and mountains of candy is every kid’s dream when it comes to Halloween. Parents don’t want to steal their joy, but cringe at the thought of a mountain of […]
As girls begin to develop they ask themselves “what are normal breasts supposed to look and feel like?” As women age, they continue to ask themselves the same question, and […]
It’s a great season to be outdoors, go out for a walk, enjoy Florida’s expansive blue skies and natural wonder, all while getting some regular exercise. According to the American […]
Did you know there is something so simple that we can do daily to protect ourselves from germs? Washing our hands! “Regular and effective handwashing has proven to reduce the […]
Encourage your children to be active and make heart healthy choices. Childhood obesity is on the rise, and with it comes, higher cholesterol levels and diabetes. Typically kids with high […]
There are so many medical terms to understand surrounding managing cholesterol, now let’s add statins. Statins are a class of drugs commonly prescribed by cardiologists to lower cholesterol in the […]
Change can cause confusion, especially with how many factors relate to cholesterol management and plaque buildup. Medical innovation and clinical trials are helping to fuel adjustments to cholesterol management in […]