Posted: Aug 29, 2023

Thrive With Integrative Oncology

With Outpatient Oncology Dietitian Sharlene Bidini, RD, CSO, LD

When treating something as serious as cancer, it’s important to care for the whole person—and their family—so they can truly thrive through the course of their treatment. This is where the Sarasota Memorial Thrive Integrative Oncology Program comes in. Click to learn more about the complementary therapies employed.

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Ask An Expert: Addressing Childhood Obesity

Posted: Aug 22, 2023

Ask An Expert: Addressing Childhood Obesity

With Pediatrician Susan Mihm, MD

In response to a rise in childhood obesity, the American Academy of Pediatrics updated its guidelines on the treatment and prevention of childhood obesity for the first time in 15 years. We spoke with First Physicians Group pediatrician Dr. Susan Mihm to learn more.

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Setting Boundaries, Building Resiliency

Posted: Aug 1, 2023

Setting Boundaries, Building Resiliency

By Sarasota Memorial Hospital IRF Services Social Worker Crystal Brooks, MSW, LCSW

When living with chronic illness, building resiliency is key. Learning how to set healthy boundaries that promote self-care—and how to identify unhealthy boundaries that hinder it—can help lay the foundation to weather any storm.

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An Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation

Posted: Jun 20, 2023

An Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation

Surgeon General warns of nationwide health impacts in latest advisory

More than just a bad feeling, loneliness is associated with a greater risk of heart disease, dementia, stroke, depression and premature death. And the mortality impact of social isolation can be equal to smoking 15 cigarettes a day. Unfortunately, experts say that both are on the rise.