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Posted: Sep 3, 2024

Moms In Motion Yields Results

One new mom’s testimony on weight-loss success with HealthFit.

Following the birth of her first child, a Sarasota mom embarks on a weight-loss journey with HealthFit. Read her story in her own words here and follow the link at the bottom to learn more about crafting your own personalized fitness plan with Sarasota Memorial.

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Posted: Aug 27, 2024

Look Out For Listeria | Symptoms, Prevention, & Treatment

What is Listeria?

Each year, approximately 1,600 people are infected with listeria and 260 people die from the infection. Learn more about what listeria is, how to avoid it, and when to seek treatment.

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Posted: Aug 20, 2024

The Dangers of Sleep Medication vs the Benefits of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

By Internal Medicine Specialist Randall C. Raine, DO

Sleeping pills are an increasingly common sleep aid—and perhaps too common. All have potentially dangerous side effects, and some doctors are looking at Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a safe alternative.

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Posted: Aug 13, 2024

The New Drug Destroying Prostate Cancer

With Urologic Oncology Surgeon Robert Carey, MD, PhD, FACS

hen James Kruysman was diagnosed with locally advanced high-grade high-risk prostate cancer at 56 years old, the prognosis was not good. But a brand new targeted therapy made all the difference.

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Posted: Aug 6, 2024

School Safety 101

Eat right, travel safely and stay home if sick

Summer is out and school is in. But before you send the wee ones off for another (or their first!) year of scholastic enterprise, take a moment to re-familiarize your favorite student and yourself with some basic tips to keep everyone healthy and safe this year.

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