The number of Florida resident deaths linked to COVID-19 this year is nearing 5,500, according to data posted on the state Department of Health website. Meanwhile, cases are the lowest since the pandemic began in 2020. The data showed 5,484 deaths had been reported, a total that has steadily increased during the year.
Emergency room visits due to eating or drinking too much caffeine roughly doubled among adolescents in the past several years, according to new data from Epic Research. The episodes are still relatively uncommon but they underscore the potential risks of excessive caffeine intake as energy drinks with high doses of the stimulant flood the market.
For generations, doctors have accepted being at the "mercy" of their pagers, working long hours with little time for family. However, the newest generation of docs has pushed back against this mindset, seeking more work-life balance and less stress.
A new study shows that adding text messaging to traditional in-clinic health counseling for parents about feeding habits, playtime and exercise prevents very young children from developing obesity and potentially lifelong obesity-related problems.
Primary care doctors are often referred to as the quarterbacks of the health care system. Their job is to monitor patients’ health needs, manage chronic conditions and triage care to specialists when needed. At the heart of it is a deep, personal relationship of trust between patient and provider that leads to better health outcomes.