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3D Mammograms Bring New Dimension to Cancer Detection

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Since the 1960s, mammograms have been the best way to detect breast cancer early. Still, the technology has had its limitations. With 2D digital mammography, a potential trouble spot could appear as just that – a spot. If the radiologist sees a zone of density and can’t be sure what it is, the patient must return to get more images taken or undergo a biopsy. If the … [Read more...]

Namaste With Natalia: Wide-Legged Forward Fold

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Prasarita PadottanasanaYour Monthly Yoga Pose “Where focus goes, energy flows.” – Tony Robbins The posture of the month is prasarita padottanasana, or wide-legged forward fold. This posture allows you to widen your stance and allow your trunk, torso, and head to be upside down. It provides the benefits of an inversion while allowing both feet to stay on the ground. In … [Read more...]

Work Well: Formulate Focus

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“What we choose to focus on and what we choose to ignore – plays in defining the quality of our life.” – Cal Newport I’ve gotten up about 25 times while writing this article. Kids have started virtual learning at school, and there have been multiple troubleshooting questions. “What is my Google password?” “I can’t see the chat!” “How do I do this?” I then pause to text other … [Read more...]

AdventHealth First-Ever Virtual 5K Pink On Parade

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AdventHealth is hosting its first-ever virtual Pink on Parade to celebrate women’s breast cancer awareness on Oct. 11. Runners, walkers, and joggers can register for the virtual 5K online for $20 and receive a virtual race packet, which includes a digital race bib, certificate of completion, start/finish and mile marker signs, a training guide, sponsor discounts and coupons, … [Read more...]

Helping Central Florida Seniors: Senior Resource Alliance Provides Mental Health Resources

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For months, senior citizens in Central Florida have been protecting themselves from the coronavirus by staying at home. However, by spending months in isolation, some seniors have been inadvertently exposed to other health threats such as depression, anxiety, feelings of increased fear, and loneliness. Luckily, the Senior Resource Alliance (SRA) has resources available to help … [Read more...]

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