Each year, when summer break rolls around, it brings mixed emotions. Kids are excited to be out of school and enjoying time away from alarm clocks, books and tests. But, for many parents – especially moms – the break from the academic year can also generate serious concern. Despite great strides to close the gender gap, women are still juggling the demands of a full-time job … [Read more...]
As Temperatures Climb, HCA Florida Healthcare Trauma Doctor Urges Supervision, Preparedness to Prevent Drowning Deaths
While summertime means fun in the water, it also marks a troubling time when Orlando-area hospital emergency rooms, like those across Florida, see a dramatic uptick in drowning incidents. “Above all, supervise and be prepared,” said Dustin Huynh, MD, trauma medical director at HCA Florida Osceola Hospital, Osceola County’s only Level II Trauma Center for the treatment of the … [Read more...]
Farm Share Reminds Families to Prepare for Hurricane Season, Launches Disaster Relief Webpage
With Saturday marking the official start of the six-month hurricane season, Farm Share – Florida’s largest independent food bank – is reminding Florida families to be prepared. To help residents and visitors prepare for what is expected to be an extremely active hurricane season, Farm Share has launched a new disaster relief web page with information on … [Read more...]
UCF Lake Nona Hospital CEO Wendy Brandon to UCF Grads: ‘Never underestimate the value of trusting relationships’
Dream big and build connections. That was the advice Wendy Brandon, CEO of UCF LakeNona Hospital, gave the graduates of University of Central Florida College of HealthProfessions and Sciences, College of Medicine and College of Nursing during hercommencement address at during the ceremony at Addition Financial Arena on Friday, May 3.Brandon was welcomed and introduced by UCF … [Read more...]
Women at Risk: Heart Disease, Treatment and Prevention
February is American Heart Month, an annual observance focused on raising awareness about cardiovascular disease prevention, encouraging a heart-healthy lifestyle, and supporting those affected by cardiovascular conditions. Why it matters Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. Approximately one person dies … [Read more...]
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