Rip Current Awareness: How to stay safe during your swim

One minute you’re floating peacefully in the waves, the summer sun beating on your salty skin. The next thing you know, you’re being swept out to sea by one of…

3 Things Muhammad Ali Taught Us About Parkinson's

Muhammad Ali proclaimed himself "the greatest" boxing had ever seen, and based on the roster of awards he received during his 74 years on the planet, he very…

Decoding the milk aisle

The milk aisle at supermarkets these days can be intimidating. Long gone are the days of simple dairy; the shelves are now lined with a variety of milk options…

Melanoma risk doubles

Sunburned shoulders are often a part of the summertime routine, and as a result, the melanoma rate in the US is higher than ever before. Centers for Disease…

Cutting: A cry for help among today's youth

Cutting is the most common self-injurious behavior among youth in the United States. A study published by researchers at Columbia University in 2007 estimated…

Seven things you should know about infertility

For one in eight couples, giving birth is a dream that’s out of reach without the help of medical intervention. More than seven million women in the United…

6 infant vaccines that could save your child’s life

Infant immunization is often a controversial topic, but UF Health providers agree: Vaccines are safe, effective, and an important part of protecting your…

10 Breakthrough Therapies for Parkinson's Disease

Each year, almost 60,000 patients are diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. As their life expectancy increases, the cost of care also increases, leaving a…

How much is too much when it comes to alcohol?

For most adults, moderate drinking does not cause health problems. Moderate drinking is defined as no more than one drink a day for women and two drinks a day…

Cyberbullying: A Growing problem in America

According to a 2011 report by the National Crime Prevention Council, cyberbullying affects nearly a half of all American teens. Defined as the use of…

Brighten Someone's Day with Random Acts of Kindness

Random acts of kindness are encouraged all year, but on February 17, Americans officially come together to focus on doing good to those around us, especially…

The Connection Between Creativity and Healing

As a 2-year-old pediatric patient scribbles furiously in a coloring book, she's not thinking about the pain in her body, the constant beep of monitors or…