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‘Tick’ these boxes: How to avoid bites. What to do if bitten.
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‘Tick’ these boxes: How to avoid bites. What to do if bitten.
by July 25 2024
With climate warming and increased human exposure to tick-prone areas, tick-borne diseases have become a significant health concern ...
Robotic surgery advances treatment of severe slipped discs
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Robotic surgery advances treatment of severe slipped discs
by July 25 2024
Most lower back pain gets better without treatment, but some conditions that cause recurrent pain may require medical ...
WATCHMAN Implant for people with AFib cuts chance of stroke
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WATCHMAN Implant for people with AFib cuts chance of stroke
by July 18 2024
Floridians’ hearts go aflutter more than anywhere else in the country – not because we fall in love ...
Aerobic and anaerobic exercise both necessary for optimum fitness
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Aerobic and anaerobic exercise both necessary for optimum fitness
by July 18 2024
All of us can benefit from focused training that includes both aerobic and anaerobic activities – but what’s ...
Maternal health panel tackles challenges faced by moms-to-be
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Maternal health panel tackles challenges faced by moms-to-be
by July 15 2024
Indian River County Healthy Start Coalition hosted a Maternal Health Brunch last month with goal of educating attendees ...
Active measures: Get moving to ward off age-related muscle loss
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Active measures: Get moving to ward off age-related muscle loss
by July 12 2024
As we age, our muscle mass shrinks and strength and power decline. Known as sarcopenia – age-related muscle ...
Renowned cardiologist joins staff at Sebastian River hospital
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Renowned cardiologist joins staff at Sebastian River hospital
by July 04 2024
Thomas Haffey, D.O., recently joined the staff of Sebastian River Medical Center, where he offers patients along the ...
Collaring cholesterol: Cardiologist details therapies to lower LDL
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Collaring cholesterol: Cardiologist details therapies to lower LDL
by July 04 2024
There seems to be a troublemaker in every group and in the health-robbing triad of cholesterol, coronary artery ...
Besides building muscles, exercise strengthens your brain
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Besides building muscles, exercise strengthens your brain
by June 28 2024
It’s a no-brainer that exercise benefits health. It preserves muscle strength, keeps your heart strong, helps maintain a ...
Lawnwood launches interhospital medical vans for patients
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Lawnwood launches interhospital medical vans for patients
by June 28 2024
They look like mini ambulances. They are equipped with lifesaving equipment like an ambulance, and they are fully ...
Link between antidepressants and suicide causes new concern
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Link between antidepressants and suicide causes new concern
by June 20 2024
While certain medications like selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) used to treat depression or stabilize moods have been ...
Fun fact: Acting like a kid (on occasion) can be healthy for adults
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Fun fact: Acting like a kid (on occasion) can be healthy for adults
by June 20 2024
If there’s anyone who knows how to put some childlike fun in their life, it’s Gwen Zorc. Not ...