The Kindness Connection
The connection between mental and physical health is well-documented. According to an article in Harvard Health, there is also mounting evidence and studies that acts of kindness do more than…
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Urology Services at the Medical Center
The Medical Center is pleased to announce the addition of Urologist William J. Tingle, M.D., FACS, to the Visiting Specialists program. Dr. Tingle is a board-certified urologist at Baptist Health…
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Computer Vision Syndrome
Do your eyes feel drier and more irritated than usual? Black Friday sales and online Holiday shopping can take their toll on your eyesight. Computer Vision Syndrome is created by…
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“My Diet Starts In January!”
Here comes the Holiday season, and overindulging is common. That leftover Thanksgiving pumpkin pie and other delectables are probably calling your name. While sharing a festive dinner is a cherished…
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Coming Soon! BHSF Mobile Mammography
We’re making it easier than ever to stay on top of your health! On Wednesday, Dec. 11 (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.) and Thursday, Dec. 12 (9 a.m. to noon),…
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January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month
Many forms of glaucoma have no symptoms in their early stages, which is why glaucoma often is called “the silent thief of sight.” And the only way to accurately diagnose…
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Lecture Series: Prostate Cancer
The Medical Center’s 2022 Lecture Series kicks off with an exploration of the latest advancements in prostate cancer science with the University of Miami Health System’s Dr. Dipen J. Parekh.…
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Testing: 1 … 2 … 3
The Medical Center’s response to COVID-19 has been the focus of 2020, 2021, and the start of 2022. Monroe County reported a 39.1 percent positivity rate in COVID during the…
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Renew in 2022!
“You are never too old to reinvent yourself.” — Comedian Steve Harvey Make a commitment in 2022 to renew your focus on healthy habits. Start with little tweaks that can…
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Vaccinated. Boosted. Now what?
You’ve been vaccinated and had your booster. What’s next? Continue to practice the usual safety precautions like social distancing, appropriate masking, handwashing and testing. If you possibly have been exposed,…
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