April 30, 2019
People choose a vegan or vegetarian diet for a multitude of reasons. Regardless of your reasoning, eating a plant-based diet has been shown to have positive health impacts. But before making big changes to your diet, talk with your doctor about your plans. When going vegetarian or vegan, there are some special considerations to keep…
April 23, 2019
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) refers to a group of gastrointestinal symptoms characterized by abdominal pain and change in bowel function. It is an extremely common health issue impacting patients physically, socially and emotionally. While the cause of IBS is unknown, it does not lead to damage of the intestinal lining or increase the risk of…
April 16, 2019
Asthma is a common breathing condition affecting over 26 million Americans. It affects your lungs and may make it hard to breathe. While there is no cure, managing asthma with the help of your doctor is important because severe symptoms can be life threatening. Asthma symptoms can be mistaken for other conditions like problems with…
April 9, 2019
Spring is the perfect season to clean out your medicine cabinet. As we accumulate different medications, it’s important to safely discard expired ones or medications that are no longer needed. To assist with safe disposal of unused medications, UCF is hosting a Drug Take Back event (see details below). Staying up-to-date with your medications and…
April 2, 2019
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, with over 5 million cases treated per year. Basal cell and squamous cell – two of the most common types of skin cancer — are also the most curable and preventable. The most preventable cause of skin cancer is UV (ultraviolet) light exposure. This…
March 28, 2019
Many women experience pain in and around the uterus – especially during menstruation. However, pain that is not relieved with over-the-counter medication, pain that increases over time, or pain with intercourse or when using the bathroom can indicate endometriosis, a condition in which the tissue lining the uterus begins to grow outside of it. Endometriosis…