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Understanding the Updated Guidelines on Stroke Prevention
Understanding the Updated Guidelines on Stroke Prevention
Posted: May 13, 2025

Understanding the Updated Guidelines on Stroke Prevention

With Vascular Neurologist David K. Stone, MD, PhD

In October of 2024, and for the first time in 10 years, the AHA and the ASA have updated the official guidelines for stroke prevention, providing new guidance for preventing stroke in women, including during pregnancy, and placing new emphasis on social aspects of stroke prevention and the specific benefits of the Mediterranean Diet.

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The Medical Miracle of Modern Childbirth
The Medical Miracle of Modern Childbirth
Posted: May 7, 2025

The Medical Miracle of Modern Childbirth

Safe, sanitary, and something for the pain.

With big noggins and narrow hips, giving birth is a uniquely difficult experience for humans. And while it still isn’t easy, at least it doesn’t involve a chainsaw.

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The Importance of Screen-Free Activities for Children
The Importance of Screen-Free Activities for Children
Posted: Apr 29, 2025

The Importance of Screen-Free Activities for Children

With First 1,000 Days Suncoast and Janice Houchins, SMH Program Coordinator

It can be difficult to imagine a world without screens. But according to the experts, that’s exactly the kind of world that developing children need. At least, from time to time.

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All About Osteoporosis: When to Screen, What to Eat, How to Fight
All About Osteoporosis: When to Screen, What to Eat, How to Fight
Posted: Apr 22, 2025

All About Osteoporosis: When to Screen, What to Eat, How to Fight

With Endocrinologist Angela Boldo, MD.

Nearly 80% of women over age 80 will experience significant loss in bone density. A third will have full-blown osteoporosis. But while loss of bone density is a natural part of aging, that doesn’t mean we can’t do anything about it.

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Most Penicillin Allergies Are Misdiagnosed — Here’s Why That Matters
Most Penicillin Allergies Are Misdiagnosed — Here’s Why That Matters
Posted: Apr 15, 2025

Most Penicillin Allergies Are Misdiagnosed — Here’s Why That Matters

With First Physicians Group Allergist John S. Trickett, MD

Today, as many as 10% of patients are classified as allergic to penicillin. But studies have shown that the real number is closer to 1%—and this massive overdiagnosis is a real problem.

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