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Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Radiation Therapy (And More)
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Radiation Therapy (And More)
Posted: May 26, 2026

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Radiation Therapy (And More)

What it is, how it works, and why that linear accelerator doesn’t blow a hole through your body like a Bond villain’s laser beam.

In the Milman-Kover Cancer Pavilion of the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute at Sarasota Memorial, radiation oncologists utilize the latest in medical technology to command invisible forces against an implacable foe, strategists in a war fought on the microscopic level.

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Swim Safe & Avoid Waterborne Infections
Swim Safe & Avoid Waterborne Infections
Posted: May 19, 2026

Swim Safe & Avoid Waterborne Infections

From flesh-eating bacteria to E.Coli, the water is not always fine.

Swimming is great way to beat the heat, have fun, and get a full-body workout. But swimming in contaminated waters or failing to practice good water hygiene can put swimmers at risk of dangerous parasites and infections. Follow these simple tips to stay safe.

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Can You Spot a Stroke?
Can You Spot a Stroke?
Posted: May 12, 2026

Can You Spot a Stroke?

Knowing the symptoms can save a life.

When it comes to stroke, every second counts. Know the signs and symptoms, so you can respond immediately, if emergency strikes.

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Midwifery and the Future of Maternal Health in the United States
Midwifery and the Future of Maternal Health in the United States
Posted: May 5, 2026

Midwifery and the Future of Maternal Health in the United States

with April Campbell, Certified Nurse-Midwife

The United States is facing a critical moment in maternal health. Midwives just might be the answer.

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The Importance of Screen-Free Activities for Children
The Importance of Screen-Free Activities for Children
Posted: Apr 28, 2026

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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