Poison Prevention At Every Age

Button batteries and household cleaners, venomous spiders and poisonous snakes, mixed-up medications and inadvertent misdosing—accidental poisoning can happen at any age and is always serious. Remember to keep your local Poison Control number handy, and follow these tips from the experts.

Tuesday, March 22, 2022

Tour Sarasota Memorial Hospital - Venice

Take a virtual tour of Sarasota Memorial Hospital - Venice. The new hospital opened in November, 2021 and offers full services to the growing south Sarasota County.

Wednesday, March 16, 2022

Living With COPD: Successful Management Means More Than ‘Making Do’

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, or COPD, affects millions of people and their families—and can be potentially life-threatening. But a combination of sensible lifestyle changes and the latest in COPD medication means that those with the condition are living full, happy lives. Learn more.

Tuesday, March 15, 2022

Catch Cancer Early: Colonoscopies at 45

Medical experts agree: Routine colorectal cancer screening should begin at age 45, not age 50 as guidelines previously advised. Sarasota Memorial gastroenterologist Stephen Kucera, MD, explains why and details screening options in this post.

Friday, March 11, 2022

Falls & Blood Thinners: How to Prevent & How to Respond

While blood thinners can be great for maintaining cardiovascular health, they can make a bad fall that much more dangerous. Make sure you know how to help and what to look for.

Tuesday, March 8, 2022