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By J.B. Silvers , Professor of Health Finance, Weatherhead School of Management & School of Medicine, Case Western Reserve University and Mark Votruba, Associate Professor of Economics and …
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6/23/18
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From Florida Hospital Apopka
The recent news that a 49-year-old Port St. Lucie woman has recovered from late-stage breast cancer using a new form of immunotherapy has raised these hopes anew. …
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6/22/18
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By Tao Che, Postdoctoral Research Associate at Department of Pharmacology, University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill. This article first published on theconversation.com.
The problem with …
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6/22/18
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From Florida Hospital Apopka
It’s true. Men are notorious for putting off doctor visits. Many think they’re invincible or can’t be bothered. And others only seek medical attention when …
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6/15/18
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Scientists Just Ranked All 50 States by Life Expectancy. The Results Are Truly Stunning
From inc.com
What's the difference between living in Minnesota and living in Mississippi? About seven …
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6/12/18
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From Florida Hospital Apopka
Many people who hesitate to seek help spend far too long struggling in silence. And there are many: According to the World Health Organization , more than 450 …
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6/12/18
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Florida youth tobacco trends mirror the national data
From the Florida Department of Health
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) …
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6/7/18
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From Florida Hospital Apopka
It's that time of year again that Floridians feel coming around the corner: hot, humid, rainy, Florida summer. For most people, it can be an inconvenience but for …
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6/6/18
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From Florida Hospital Apopka
“I think most people would agree that it was time for an update because there’s been a consistent and steady drift toward colorectal cancer occurring at a …
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6/5/18
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By Todd Goodman and first published on hfma.org
When our patients are at home, do they have an empty fridge or a pantry that lacks wholesome foods? Do we make it a priority to ensure that …
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5/30/18
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Skin Cancer Awareness Month
Inspiration
By Dale Fenwick
Abigail Schroeder Johnston and Scott Plakon are my heroes. They have been sharing their difficult stories on Facebook and …
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5/20/18
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From the Michelle King Foundation
The Ties and Tiaras Dance to benefit Michelle King
A regular Thursday afternoon at work became not so normal when Apopka resident Michelle King went from …
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5/16/18
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By Susan Sered, Professor of Sociology, Suffolk University and first published in theconversation.com
The Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee unanimously approved a bill in …
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5/16/18
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From Florida Hospital Apopka
Senator John McCain has had a tough year, from a diagnosis of aggressive glioblastoma last summer to his recent surgery for diverticulitis. Never heard of …
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5/10/18
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From Florida Hospital Apopka
We understand that feeling healthy and whole goes beyond the physical body. The CREATION Health principles outline the many factors that affect each of us and our …
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5/9/18
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Mental Health Awareness Month
From the Orange County Clerk's Office
In observance of Mental Health Awareness Month, the Clerk’s Office will be hosting a special lunch and learn event on …
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5/9/18
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National Nurses Week
By Barbara Will , Professor of English, Associate Dean of the Arts and Humanities, and Public Voices Fellow, Dartmouth College.
Note: This article was first published …
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5/7/18
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National Nurses Week
The Florida Department of Health in Orange County (DOH-Orange) recognizes May 6th-May 12th as National Nurses Week as a time to honor the crucial role nurses play in keeping …
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5/6/18
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Dozens of chronically ill patients attended Florida Hospital for Children’s prom
From Florida Hospital News
Girls in glittering gowns and boys in sharp tuxedos strolled down a red carpet …
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5/6/18
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From Florida Hospital Apopka
For years, we’ve heard the warnings about consuming too much sugar. There’s just one problem: we may not always know when sugar is in the foods and beverages we …
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5/4/18
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AAA urges sharing the road
As warmer weather begins to arrive across the country, communities can expect to see more bicyclists on the road. National Bicycle Safety Month in May reminds us to …
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5/1/18
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From Florida Hospital Apopka
Behind your bright eyes, big smile and unique voice are a lot of very important body parts; ones that help you sense the world, enjoy your favorite meal, get the …
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4/29/18
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By Abhi Humar , Chief Transplantation Surgery, University of Pittsburgh
Note : This article was first published on theconversation.com
The success of liver transplantation represents one of …
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4/28/18
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From Florida Hospital Apopka
Here’s a closer look at comfort care, who it’s for and how it can provide solace for patients and families facing a life-limiting illness.
What Is Comfort …
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4/28/18
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By Nabila El-Bassel, Professor of Social Work, Director of Social Intervention Group, Columbia University.
Editor's Note: This article first published on theconversation.com
The devastating …
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4/26/18
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