Seasonal Allergies, Blepharitis & Dry Eyes
Together, seasonal allergies, blepharitis and dryness can make for some very unhappy eyes. Blepharitis (pronounced blef-uh-RYE-tis) is a chronic condition that causes the eyelids to become swollen, irritated and sometimes…
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What is “Tech Neck?”
The human head weighs around 10-12 pounds, gracefully balanced on our cervical spine. A tremendous amount of strain is put on this region, especially looking at computers, mobile phones and…
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Flu and Measles Update
Measles has been mentioned frequently in the news media this season. There are 933 cases in the South Carolina measles outbreak, that state’s Department of Public Health reported on Feb.…
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Lecture: Innovations in Joint Health
Please join us at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026, at the Cultural Center Theatre, for the next lecture in the 2026 Medical Center Lecture Series, when James Voos, M.D.,…
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Eight Ways to Love Your Heart
February is American Heart Month, and heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Some risk factors such as genetics and age are beyond your control;…
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Advice for Men During Men’s Health Month
During national Men’s Health Month, held in June each year to heighten the awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of disease among men and boys,…
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Shoes for Heroes: You Can Help!
Imagine being a healthcare provider in these times of COVID-19. In the thick of things every day, these dedicated and brave individuals deserve a little joy. There is a company…
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Heart Fund is Heart Felt!
The Ocean Reef Ladies Golf Association (ORLGA) has been holding a “Heart Fund” Tournament since 2005 to benefit the Medical Center’s purchase and maintenance of cardiac-related equipment. To date they…
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Important Information for Special Needs Patients
If you are planning on staying longer at your Ocean Reef residence this year, the Medical Center encourages patients with special needs to register with the Monroe County Emergency Management…
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May is National Mediterranean Food Month
Social media is circulating some funny memes of boredom: snacking all day and how to control what we eat during this time of COVID-19 restrictions. Since we’re not going out…
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