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A Better Understanding Of The Most Common Cause of Infertility

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Not enough people know about PCOS, or polycystic ovarian syndrome, despite the fact that it affects about 5 to 10 percent of women in the U.S. PCOS is the cause of most ovulation problems. In women with PCOS, a hormonal imbalance interferes with the growth and release of eggs from the ovaries (ovulation). For many women, irregular periods may be “normal” to them. Periods can be … [Read more...]

USTA Update

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Youth tennis has been a pillar of the USTA National Campus since it opened its doors in Lake Nona in January. With a robust slate of youth programming, a variety of clinics and junior tournaments, young players can always be seen on the grounds. Now, youth tennis is getting a new look, as the USTA has debuted its revolutionary new youth tennis brand, “Net Generation.” For … [Read more...]

All Hearts with Drew

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For the past few months, one of our local families has taught the Nonahood the value of family, courage and keeping the faith. In late May, Drew Hazlett was enjoying his last days of school and getting ready for all the events related to his graduation from Lake Nona High School. A few days before, Drew and his family became sick. Thinking the respiratory virus had worsened or … [Read more...]

Tough Things to Talk About – We Know Cancer Impacts Children

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We know cancer impacts children, yet, generally speaking, we don't talk much about it. Admittedly, it's Tough to Talk About. This month's article focuses on childhood cancer, timed in September to align with Childhood Cancer Awareness month. It's time we speak up about this disease that is impacting tens of thousands of children nationwide and right here in our community. … [Read more...]

Local Doctor Slam Dunks Into Sports (Medicine)

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Most of us can imagine the hectic lifestyle that comes along with being a doctor just from some of the handful of major medical TV shows: Long nights. Always on call and basketball? Well, move over Shonda Rhimes…this is no “Grey’s Anatomy!” After speaking with a Lake Nona resident who has the same career as some characters from your guilty pleasure medical TV series, we learned … [Read more...]

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