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Posted: Aug 12, 2025

There’s No Such Thing As A “Mini Stroke”

The danger of downplaying transient ischemic attacks

Every year, at least 240,000 people in the US experience what doctors call a transient ischemic attack (TIA), or what has commonly been known as a “mini stroke.” But the experts at the American Heart Association have a very different name for a TIA: a warning stroke. And nearly 1 in 5 people who experience a TIA will suffer a full-blown stroke within months, or even days

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Posted: Aug 6, 2025

The History of Breastfeeding

Mothers helping mothers, from Ancient Egypt to the Industrial Revolution

Between latch problems, low supply, late-night feedings, and more, breastfeeding can present its challenges. So who did struggling mothers turn to before the days of public hospitals? Each other..

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Posted: Jul 30, 2025

Flesh-Eating Bacteria In Florida

How to avoid a fatal Vibrio vulnificus infection

“Flesh-eating bacteria.” It’s already claimed the lives of four Floridians this year, and infected at least one person in Manatee County. Thankfully, it’s easy to avoid and readily treatable.

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Posted: Jul 22, 2025

5 Habits for Health and Happiness

In collaboration with SMH Oncology Clinical Counselor Elizabeth Bornstein

Our happiness is in our own hands. Here are five habits to maximize the portion we can control.

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Posted: Jul 15, 2025

The Health Benefits of Sourdough Bread

With SMH RENEW Program Coordinator & Registered Dietitian Mikka Ipri, RDN

Did you know that not all sourdough is created equal? Most store-bought sourdough is just white bread in disguise. True sourdough is a different matter altogether.

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