Neonatal Sepsis: Understanding and Preventing Risks for Your Newborn
September is Sepsis Awareness Month, which was established in 2011 to shine a light on this critical illness. Sepsis is a life-threatening illness or…
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International Overdose Awareness Day: Fighting Stigma and Bringing Change
International Overdose Awareness Day occurs every Aug. 31 and is the largest global campaign to bring awareness to rising overdose rates. Combating this issue…
Skin Cancer Awareness Month: Expert Shares UF Health’s Approach to Care, New Advances
May is Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and UF Radiation Oncology is out to #ChompSkinCancer beginning May 13! Approximately 5.4 million cases of skin…
Parkinson’s Awareness Month: Expert Shares UF Health’s Approach to Care, New Advances
April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, a time dedicated to shedding light on this complex neurological condition that affects millions of lives worldwide. UF…
A Hero With Wings
As we celebrate Donate Life Month, we shine a light on Jessica Turnbough, who was inspired by an organ donation that saved her childhood friend’s life.
Always There to Brighten Your Day: A Volunteer Appreciation Week Spotlight
This Volunteer Week, we reflect on the impact that volunteers make on our hospital system.
A Day in the Life of an Occupational Therapist
Occupational therapists evaluate and treat people who have injuries, illnesses or disabilities. They help their patients meet goals to develop, recover,…
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…
STOP THE BLEED Turns Bystanders Into Lifesavers
Uncontrolled bleeding is the No. 1 cause of preventable death by injury. Tragedy can strike anyone at any time, so we need to be prepared. As more people learn…
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…
Hannah Turns Recovery Into Purpose
“Just because you’ve hit bottom, doesn’t mean you have to stay there.” September is National Recovery Month, a time for raising awareness, reducing stigma and…
ADA Day: Breaking Down Barriers to Improve Accessibility
Having grown up with a supportive family of physicians who encouraged him to pursue higher education and athletics, Oluwaferanmi Okanlami, MD, MS, achieved…
