UF Health Diabetes Education and Nutrition Program Helps Patients 'Eat Well to Feel Well'
For the more than 38 million Americans with diabetes, it is among the most difficult diseases to manage. As the sixth-deadliest disease in the U.S., it often…
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Provider Spotlight: UF Health Nurse Raises the Bar(bell)
LeeAnn Hewitt is the only lactation resource nurse at the University of Florida Health Congenital Heart Center in the pediatric cardiac intensive care unit,…
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Breaking Stigmas and Embracing Mental Health Awareness
Let’s talk about the state of our mental health. Nationally, children and teenagers are more anxious than they’ve been. So much so that the American Academy of…
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Why Quality Sleep Is Key for Children's Health and Ways to Get More
March 15 marks World Sleep Day — a great time to emphasize the significance of children’s sleep wellness, as research shows high-quality sleep is crucial for…
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How to Win at Weight Loss: 7 Components of a Successful Plan
It can seem like there are a million different weight loss programs, and that new diet plans and exercise programs pop up every day. How do you know which one…
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Stopping Sepsis: Understanding the Signs and Symptoms
Sepsis is like an ember that sparks from a small campfire, suddenly threatening the whole forest. If not treated early, it can progress into septic shock. The…
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How to Spot Heat Illness
This Fourth of July holiday weekend, we saw not only record travel but record-breaking heat across the South, with heat indexes reaching 115-plus degrees and…
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National Breastfeeding Month: New recommendations from AAP
August is National Breastfeeding Month, an annual opportunity to bring attention to initiatives in our community that promote best practices for optimal health…
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Let’s Talk About Men’s Health
Some of the most common health issues for men are the sort they may not be thrilled to talk about. They include conditions that affect millions of men each…
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American Heart Month: Fall in love with cardiovascular health
Let’s talk about hearts — the love that fills them and the diseases that damage them. You should be committed to a long-term relationship with your heart…
