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Posted: Jan 14, 2025

Urgent Care Center or Emergency Room?

Knowing the difference can save time, money, and even your life.

If you’ve suffered an accident or sustained an injury, it’s important to know that you can find medical help at one of Sarasota Memorial’s seven Urgent Care Centers and four Emergency Rooms spread throughout the county. But it’s also important to know the difference between an Urgent Care Center and an Emergency Room because they’re not quite the same thing.

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Posted: Sep 17, 2024

Recovering From Hip Replacement Surgery: What To Expect

With Advanced Specialty Coordinator Valerie Britton, MSN, RN

More than half a million hip replacement surgeries are performed in the US every year—and that number continues to grow, as seniors stay active longer and advances in medical technology make the operation quicker, easier and less painful. If hip replacement surgery is in your future, here’s what to expect from your recovery.

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Posted: Sep 11, 2024

Spotlight On Sepsis

How to Spot the Signs and When to Seek Treatment (Immediately)

There’s a reason mothers everywhere are adamant that even minor cuts and scrapes are carefully cleaned and bandaged. Even a small injury can open the door to a serious infection and a life-threatening condition known as sepsis.

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Posted: Jun 25, 2024

Safe Medication Disposal: Know Before You Throw

By Kimberly Tran, PharmD

Expired and unneeded medications piling up? Learn how to dispose of them risk-free, so that pets, children, and the environment stay safe.

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Posted: May 14, 2024

What Is The Homeward Bound Initiative?

Improving education and assistance for families in the NICU

After a stay in the NICU, the day of discharge is both a day of celebration and a moment of anxiety for many parents. The Homeward Bound Initiative ensures every parent has the information and resources they need to be confident in their caregiving.

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