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What is a Stroke?
Sometimes called a “brain attack,” stroke is currently the third leading cause of death in the United States, and the leading cause of disability. However, up to 80% of strokes could be prevented. Causes of Stroke A stroke is caused …
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Top Tips for Heart-Healthy Meals Out
A healthy diet is one of the best ways that people can improve heart health. Many people find it easy to cook at home, but avoid eating out at restaurants. While it can be difficult to pass up the not-so-healthy …
CyberKnife® Brings New Hope to Lung Cancer Patients
Doctors face a unique challenge when they treat lung cancer because the tumor often moves with every breath. A new robotic tool gives patients access to cutting-edge lung cancer treatment. The CyberKnife treats lung tumors as patients breathe normally, using …
Radial Artery Catheterization Makes A Comeback
When the chest pain began on Friday afternoon while he was digging a trench at his home in Lake Mary, Randy Floyd called his doctor’s office knowing what might lie ahead. With a history of coronary disease, he was very …
Doctor Brings New Hope to Haiti
By Vicky Whitley, RN Surgical Services, CFRH I recently had the privilege to attend a medical relief mission trip with Dr. John Robertson, General Surgeon, to aid the earthquake victims in Haiti. We went with a group called Children of …
Nutrition, Stress and the Caregiver
By Jennifer Mazarredo, RD, LD/N As a primary caregiver, you are constantly juggling activities for your loved ones, family and yourself. The constant balancing of activities can be stressful. Stress causes certain hormones to be released that may cause cravings …
Tips for Maintaining Colon Health
March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month. In conjunction with getting proper screenings, patients can help maintain their colon health by following simple dietary guidelines. These guidelines not only support the colon, but also overall health. Effects of Colon Health Maintaining …
Quick Tips for Adjusting to Daylight Savings Time
By Donna Hayden, Director of Cardiopulmonary at Central Florida Regional Hospital You probably feel a little tired and even more stressed after a time change. But don’t worry: It takes 2-3 days for your body to adjust to daylight savings …
Brief Overview of Arthritis
By Stephen Reed, M.D., Orthopaedic Surgeon The CDC estimates that arthritis impacts the lives of over 19 million adults nationwide. Although the most common forms of the disease are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, other forms include childhood arthritis, fibromyalgia, general …
Respected Physician Retires from Central Florida Regional Hospital
The Central Florida Regional Hospital family wishes a fond farewell to Dr. C.F.B (Brooke) Smith. He recently retired after over 50 years as an internal medicine doctor at Central Florida Regional Hospital. Dr. Smith brought both dedication and humor to …