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Governor DeSantis said, “More mobile testing sites are coming and hundreds more are being tested each day.” COVID-19 If you have mild to moderate symptoms (fever, cough or difficulty breathing), call your physician, other healthcare providers or the Florida Department of Health hotline (866-779-6121) as soon as possible. Seek care without exposing others. If you have Severe symptoms and trouble …

At the present time there is no vaccine to prevent COVID-19, so the best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to it. The term social distancing has become a new term in our daily vernacular, but what is exactly does it mean and why is it important? The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) defines social distancing as: …

The CyberKnife Robotic Radio-surgery System has turned countless, previously hopeless diagnoses, into successfully treatable cases. And for some patients with operable tumors, it has proven to be an effective alternative to painful surgery and recovery. Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) > Stereotactic Radiosurgery and Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT) are two forms of external beam radiation therapy that are particularly effective against small, …

Conjunctivitis, commonly referred to as “pink eye,” affects an estimated six million Americans each year (Azari & Barney, 2013). It occurs when the thin membrane that covers part of the front surface of the eye and inner surface of the eyelids becomes irritated by an infection or allergies. When this happens, eyes can become red and swollen. When infected, eyes …

Oral, head, neck and throat cancers account for about 4% of cancers in the U.S. According to the National Cancer Institute, these cancers occur more than twice as often among men than women. While not as common as some other types of malignancies, oral cavity and oropharyngeal (head and neck) cancers can often be discovered during routine screening exams by …

By Cameron Grant Woodward, Esq. When it comes to living in Southwest Florida we have it pretty good: beaches, golf, boating, you name it, Southwest Florida. likely can offer it. But one thing we have that nobody wants are flood zones. Living within a flood zone has its own set of rules and regulations that every homeowner should be aware …

By Svetlana Kogan, M.D. This article is being written in mid-March for the April issue. Although novel coronavirus Covid-19 is a rapidly evolving situation, we all been informed of the daily status via TV, internet, and print. As this pandemic unravels, there are two important holistic observations I would like to make: Number one: Panic kills people. There is a …

Children and teens age 18 and younger who rely on meals served at school can get free breakfast and lunch at locations throughout Hillsborough County while campuses are closed to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The federally-funded program is administered by the state’s Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services in cooperation with Hillsborough County Public Schools. It’s one of many …

One of the most effective ways to not spread germs is handwashing. Clean hands can stop germs from spreading from one person to another, and even throughout an entire community. You can help yourself and your loved ones stay healthy and prevent the spread of COVID-19 by washing your hands often, especially during these times when you are likely to …