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PERFECT PEEPERS: 7 WAYS TO PROTECT YOUR EYES FROM AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION

Vision loss from age-related macular degeneration (AMD) happens when damage affects the part of the retina called the macula. It’s the part of the eye that delivers the sharp, central vision needed to see objects straight ahead. Over time, loss of central vision can interfere with everyday activities, such as driving, reading, and seeing faces clearly.

How to Care for Your Skin During Menopause

By the time they reach menopause — which officially begins one year after a woman’s last period — many women think they have their lives figured out. Careers are well established; children are grown and independent; and there’s more time for leisure and self-care. Yet many women in their 40s and 50s are surprised to suddenly notice changes on their skin, including acne and age spots. Fortunately, dermatologists from the American Academy of Dermatology say that while many of these changes are inevitable due to hormones, there is a lot women can do at home to lessen these effects. To care for your skin during menopause, Diane S. Berson, MD, FAAD recommends the following tips:

HOW SAW PALMETTO BERRIES Support Prostate Health

Benefitting from Saw Palmetto Berry requires knowing how to avoid adulterated products.

CBD HELPFUL FOR PAIN!

Cannabidiol or CBD for short has become extremely popular throughout the United States and the entire world. Various research has been conducted on the effects of CBD. Thus, it has become the hottest new supplement that promises to treat a wide range of conditions such as insomnia, anxiety, and pain. Moreover, CBD is available in all types of forms, from oils to lotions and CBD-infused drinks and foods. But, does it even work? Let’s find out.

Battling Screen Time Overexposure?

This Gummy May Solve The Problem

Healthy Cook

School Lunches to Put You at the Head of the Class

Polk Schools Offer Array of Medical Programs to Prepare Students for Booming Healthcare Fields

THE HEALTHCARE SECTOR IS BOOMING, and people all across the country are taking note. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) says that from 2006 and 2016, 2.8 million jobs were added to the health sector. That’s almost seven times faster than the rest of the economy! Jobs in healthcare settings grew more than 20 percent, outpacing jobs in other areas of the economy. Better yet, BLS expects the growth of jobs in the healthcare sector will continue to grow at a rate of 6 percent during the next decade.

MEDICAL Advice

Back-to-School Health Tips

Back to School

Doctors Discuss Safety, Logistics of Education During Pandemic

BODY MIND SPIRIT

The Value of Mentors in Career Choices

The Vaccination Question

Doctor Explains Why Immunizations Are So Critical, Even During Pandemic

Hygiene is Overrated

But keep washing your hands.

Let There Be Light

Is it a bright idea to use ultraviolet beams to kill the coronavirus?

PACK UP THE FUN WITH Healthy KIDS' LUNCHES

Liven up your midday meal with these delicious, healthy, and kid-friendly recipes.

Purely Elizabeth

How entrepreneur Elizabeth Stein turned a batch of homemade muffins into a thriving and socially conscious food business.

Oils and Serums for Hair Repair

Whether you’re trying to repair damage from coloring your hair at home, looking to mend parched ends, or just want to de-frizz from summer mugginess, there’s an oil or serum for you.

MCT Oil vs. Coconut Oil: What's the Difference?

Both have therapeutic health effects, but they aren’t the same.

Beta-Glucans: What You Need to Know

These biologically active compounds have multiple—often profound—health benefits, including immune protection.

Can Improving Heart Health Reduce COVID Risk?

Strengthening your cardiovascular system is never a bad thing, but it may be more important now than ever.

Get More Vitamin C

Here are 8 great sources of this key nutrient that aren’t oranges.

Cooking with Whole Fish

Up your grilling game this summer with this heart-healthy recipe.

7 Easy Ways to Make Your Immune System Stronger

Simple strategies of healthy living are vital for keeping the body in tip-top shape to defend against illness.

Marathoner Neely Spence Gracey

on Why Breast-feeding the Baby is Important.

Spotlight on Students' Mental Health

New Law Seeks to Lower Number of Baker Act Incidents

MEDICAL Advice

Stress Management During COVID-19

Staying Connected

Peace River Center Navigates The ‘New Normal’ During Pandemic

THE IMPORTANCE OF MENTAL HEALTH

MENTAL HEALTH ILLNESSES are common in the United States. In fact, nearly one in five adults is living with a mental health illness. Each year, we set aside the August edition of Central Florida Health News to focus on mental and behavioral health.

POP QUIZ!

Are Your Protecting Your Eyes From Digital Eye Strain?

Harbingers of HOPE

From ECT to TMS, Lakeland Regional Health Has Powerful Tools for Fighting Depression

Healthy Cook

Delicious Dishes for a Quick Pick-Me-Up