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Posted: Jan 5, 2026

Quit Smoking in 2026 | New Year, Healthier You

With the Lung Health Experts at Sarasota Memorial

If you smoke tobacco, the greatest change you can make for your health this year is to quit. Here are some tips and resources to get you started, straight from the healthcare professionals who see the impact of smoking-and quitting-firsthand.

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Posted: Nov 18, 2025

Using Physical Therapy to Reverse Symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease

Through specialized therapy and targeted exercises, patients are reversing symptoms and preventing new ones.

More and more, healthcare experts are prescribing a proactive approach to fighting Parkinson’s disease, using specialized speech and physical therapy to forestall symptoms and allow patients to continue living their lives.

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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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