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Making the Most of Your Child’s Back-To-School Physical

June 02, 2025

Your child’s back-to-school physical is a great way to start the school year in the healthiest way possible. Know how to prepare and make the most of this annual visit.

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A Mother Looks Over a First Aid Kit with Her Daughter on the Kitchen Table.

How to Pack a “Go Bag” for the Emergency Room

May 22, 2025

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Hernias 101: What You Need to Know

April 04, 2025

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Recent Blogs at AdventHealth East Orlando

Why Are Pregnancy-Related Deaths on the Rise in the US?

May 28, 2019 3 minutes
A recent report by the CDC shows pregnancy-related deaths are on the rise in the U.S., especially among women of color.

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Health and Wellness

Could it Be Brain Cancer? Know the Signs

May 24, 2019
Estimated read time: 3 minutes

Brain cancer symptoms like dizziness and trouble with memory can be difficult to spot. Recognizing these “red flag” signs should lead to a talk with your doctor.

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Women and Stroke: Understanding the Risk

May 24, 2019
Estimated read time: 5 minutes

Women are at a much greater risk of stroke and death from stroke than men. Learn how you can prevent it and what symptoms to watch for.

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Screens and Kids: How Much Is Too Much?

May 20, 2019
Estimated read time: 6 minutes

Excessive screen time appears to be harming young children in ways we’re only beginning to realize. These tips will help you replace screens with healthy options.

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Depression After Stroke: How to Recover in Body and Mind

May 17, 2019 3 minutes
A stroke can take an emotional and mental toll, with depression and anxiety among its common symptoms. But relief is possible with help.

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How Dancing Prepares You for Birth

May 16, 2019 3 minutes
Dancing for Birth explores the birth preparation trifecta and prepares mothers for childbirth through camaraderie, education, exercise and dance.

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Health and Wellness

How Running Sculpts the Heart to Thrive in Any Sport

May 16, 2019
Estimated read time: 4 minutes

New research underscores how exercise molds our hearts to be more efficient. It’s more good news for runners and swimmers looking to strengthen their hearts.

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Heart and Brain — How Are They Connected?

May 09, 2019 2 minutes
Indriani Acosta, MD and the Medical Director of Stroke at the AdventHealth Neuroscience Institute discuss the connection between your heart and brain as it relates to your stroke risk.

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Heart Transplant 101

May 09, 2019 4 minutes
Heart transplant surgery and recovery explained with Dr. Nirav Raval.

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