Breast Cancer Screening 101: Everything You Need to Know About Early Detection
The smell of pumpkin spice is in the air, and there are hints of cooler weather ahead. While we don’t get the treat of seeing the leaves change colors in…
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Finding Answers: Robyn’s Journey to Overcoming Infertility
As a newlywed, Robyn Broxton enjoyed crossing off bucket list items with her husband. Now, as a mother to two daughters, she enjoys finding fun, memorable…
UF Ob/Gyn Residents Become First in U.S. to Earn ISUOG Certification
The University of Florida has set a new standard for ultrasound training while paving a new path for resident Ob/Gyn physicians in the United States. Thanks to…
Sherry Reclaims Mobility Through Self-Care and Exercise After Spine Injury
Sherry Jennings and her husband, Mike, relocated to Florida from Tennessee. Looking for a change of scenery to kick-start their retirement, they scoured the…
Common Pregnancy Symptoms to Expect During Each Trimester
“Everything grows rounder and wider and weirder, and I sit here in the middle of it all and wonder who in the world you will turn out to be.” — Carrie Fisher…
Breastfeeding Month: The challenges and opportunities of black breastfeeding
As National Breastfeeding Month draws to a close, UF Health and community partners are taking time to recognize important goals for improving breastfeeding…
Breastfeeding and COVID-19: Here’s what we know now
Many parents have concerns as to whether it’s safe to breastfeed their child while having COVID-19, and many are wondering if it’s safe to do so while…
National Breastfeeding Month: What does our Baby-Friendly designation mean?
UF Health Shands Hospital has been a Baby-Friendly designated facility since 2015, but what does this mean? This national distinction for breastfeeding support…
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…
Peggy’s story: Finding relief from chronic pain
A former nurse practitioner at UF Health, Peggy had severe osteoporosis and was no stranger to chronic pain. A car crash in July 2017 exacerbated her distress.
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Some slight tremors. A shuffle when walking. These few symptoms are what Carolyn Douglas noticed about five years ago. She didnt know then, and wouldnt for a…
