As Community Health Centers, Inc. (CHC) celebrates 50 years, reflecting on the organization’s incredible journey is momentous. From its humble beginnings in a trailer to its expansive network of 17 centers across Central Florida, CHC has been a beacon of healthcare for the underserved. A Legacy of Compassion and Quality Care Originally founded in 1972 … Read more
September is a time for cooler weather and fall activities, but it also allows us to become aware of the many diseases that affect the people around us. September brings awareness to Alzheimer’s, Prostate and Ovarian Cancer, Sickle Cell Disease and others that deserve acknowledgment and recognition. Alzheimer’s Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder that progresses … Read more
September is Blood Cancer Awareness Month and it’s a great chance to learn more it. According to the Cleveland Clinic, blood cancers start when the DNA in your blood cells mutates or changes, producing abnormal blood cells that navigate your bloodstream. These abnormal blood cells can grow faster, live longer, and spread more than normal … Read more
Whether at the dinner table, watching TV, or while out with friends, teenagers constantly use social media, which might not be good for their mental health. Here’s what you need to know. Mental Health Risks for Teens Two factors influence whether social media use by teens is detrimental to their mental health: the amount of … Read more
For 25 years, the Masson Spine Institute (MSI) has stood as a beacon of hope and recovery for patients grappling with spinal injury. Established by globally recognized neurosurgeon Dr. Robert Masson, MSI combines a comprehensive multi-modal and community approach to pushing the boundaries of modern medicine. It All Starts with Community Dr. Masson is passionate … Read more
Walking, grooming, and feeding them good food are important for our fur family, but make sure your pets’ dental health is looked after, too. Is Fido’s breath smelling even bad lately? How about Fluffy? Does she eat more daintily or on only one side now? Your dog or cat could be dealing with dental issues. … Read more
Children at Risk of Losing Medicaid Coverage, this year. What is the reason? Nearly a million Floridians, many of them children, are at risk of losing Medicaid coverage over the next year Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) have re-started their monthly checks for eligibility after pausing them for the past three years. … Read more
National Sleep Awareness Month is an annual event held in March to promote the importance of healthy sleep habits. While sleep is vital for people of all ages, it is even more critical for children, as their physical and mental development relies heavily on quality sleep. As a result, parents must prioritize their children’s sleep … Read more
Q: How on earth can doctors, hospitals or any medical facility allow someone to die if the medical experts at the facility believe a procedure may save the person’s life? It happened to my aunt because I had no authorization to make medical decisions for her. The hospital’s legal staff explained that “may save a … Read more
November is National Diabetes Month. Over 37 million Americans have diabetes, and 96 million adults have prediabetes. What’s more, many people don’t know they have diabetes or prediabetes. Now’s the time to educate yourself on diabetes and know your risks. What is Diabetes? According to the CDC, diabetes is a chronic health condition that affects … Read more
My health journey Last year, I wrote an article about my journey to be as healthy as I could be and take advantage of preventative measures to avoid health issues as I age. I have continued on that journey because I really enjoy being a grandmother (Nonna) and this year, not only will I be … Read more
Masson Spine Institute Located in West Orange Orlando, Masson Spine Institute (MSI) is a passionate advocate for prevention, wellness, fitness and extreme recovery in the face of spinal injury. Founded by Dr. Robert Masson, internationally recognized neurosurgeon specializing in minimally invasive spine surgery and sports spine medicine, MSI continuously strives for optimization strategies to improve … Read more
Adulting is a constant parade of to-do lists and responsibilities – sometimes it feels like it never ends. Then again, if we were truly as productive as we wanted to be, we’d probably never allow ourselves the rest we needed, and without rest, we can’t recover from the day-to-day stresses that make up our lives. … Read more
Movement as Medicine is to educate everyone on understanding the functional movement patterns of the body, and how to use movement to optimize performance and overall daily function. Understanding how the body moves, how to train movement, and utilizing movement are all essential in developing pain free longevity and performance. Movement in life and in … Read more
Another New Year, another resolution. And sadly, for most people they don’t work, especially when the resolution focuses on losing weight, which according to a recent survey, accounts for over 40 percent of all New Year’s resolutions. And the success rate of New Year’s resolutions? Only about 35 percent say they have made and successfully kept … Read more
We’re Healthy West Orange, a grassroots movement to make west Orange County the healthiest community in the nation. We provide important tools and social connections to help you eat well, stay active and enjoy life. Want to move more in 2022? Now is the time to crush those goals! Westly’s 5th Annual Virtual 5K is … Read more
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