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Beyond Travel: Understanding Florida’s Rise in Local Dengue Cases
September 10, 2026
Dengue virus is transmitted through the bite of infected mosquitoes. In past years, the majority of Florida cases involved residents who became infected while traveling abroad.
Read MoreHurricane Season Has a Playbook. Use It.
September 4, 2026
Before a storm is headed our way, know what your family will do, where you will go if evacuation becomes necessary, and how you will stay in contact if the power or cell service goes down.
Read MorePregnant Post Cancer? Erin Andrews’ Story Says Yes
September 3, 2026
Pregnancy is often still possible after early-stage cervical cancer. Caught early, the disease can frequently be treated with fertility-sparing surgery that preserves the ability to conceive and carry a pregnancy.
Read MoreXylitol: Does This Common Sweetener Affect Heart Health?
September 2, 2026
A new study is raising questions about how xylitol may affect heart health. Researchers found that people with higher levels of xylitol in their blood had a higher risk of heart attack or stroke.
Read MoreWhat Does Mounjaro Have to Do With Heart Health?
September 1, 2026
Mounjaro is a brand of tirzepatide, a prescription medicine that’s injected once a week. It works by activating two hormone receptors in the body, GIP and GLP-1, which help regulate blood sugar.
Read MoreWhen Pregnancy Means Three: Why Specialized Care Matters When Giving Birth to Multiple Babies
August 31, 2026
The goal of specialized maternal-fetal medicine isn’t simply to identify complications, but to give families the information, monitoring, and treatment they need throughout pregnancy and delivery.
Read MoreTaking Medication? Here’s Why Florida’s Heat May Affect You Differently
August 28, 2026
Heat can also affect the medication itself. Medicines such as EpiPens, insulins, and inhalers can lose strength after heat exposure. Make sure that you’re following storage directions when handling these medications.
Read MoreThyroid Medication Recall: What Patients Should Know
August 27, 2026
Patients who develop concerning symptoms such as chest pain, a significantly fast or irregular heartbeat, severe weakness, or shortness of breath should seek medical attention quickly.
Read MoreDolly Parton’s Death Offers a Reminder for Women: Don’t Put Your Health Last
August 26, 2026
Women often care for children, spouses, parents, and loved ones. When someone needs help, a doctor’s visit, health screening, or symptom that has been bothering us can wait.
Read MoreCOVID-19 Is on the Rise: How to Stay Healthy During the Fall Season
August 25, 2026
Back-to-school season doesn’t have to mean back to worrying about COVID-19. A few simple precautions can help families stay healthy and enjoy the activities that make fall special.
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