Are You at Risk of a Hernia?

Almost everyone has heard of a hernia, but few understand its potential risks. Over five million people in the United States will suffer from a hernia, yet…

Finding Pain-Free Days: Nallas' Story

Not long ago, Nallas Lawson was in so much pain that she couldn’t walk the few feet from her backyard deck to her peach tree without help. A severe foot drop —…

Brain Cancer Awareness Month: Marissa vs. the Worst of the Worst

Marissa Valencia suddenly felt sick. Then, when she tried to speak, nothing that came out made sense. Her friend sitting across the table from her over lunch…

UF researchers receive $1.46 million grant to implement alternatives to opioids program

February 4, 2021

Imagine a world where emergency room patients and providers have access to a menu of pain management treatment options that include a blend of traditional and…

The Main Road to Lung Cancer and How to Steer Clear

It’s hard to imagine the deadliest cancer in the country is also the most preventable, but that’s the puzzling truth about lung cancer. That makes November,…

Life After Melanoma

Summer is fast approaching, and with it comes sunburn season. For some people, however, avoiding a sunburn is more than just a passing thought on the way to…

Kevin Moore

In a flash, Kevin Moore’s world was turned upside down after a devastating motorcycle accident in 2013. His colorful tattoos serves as a reminder of the…