Health Tips

Cosmetic dermatology focuses on improving and enhancing the appearance of skin. Treatments can range from refreshing and rejuvenating the skin to restoring its texture and tone, along with reducing imperfections such as: Acne Scars Stretch marks Skin discoloration Age spots Lines and wrinkles Some of the most common cosmetic dermatology procedures include: Botulinum Toxin (Botox…

More than one in three people age 65 or older falls each year. That amounts to about 1.6 million emergency room visits from older adults who sustain fall-related injuries. Though it may seem as if falls just happen, there are things you can do to reduce your loved one’s risk of falling and sustaining injuries…

Most of us put off going to the doctor until something is wrong. However, there are some simple screenings that can ward off, or at least detect early, health conditions that can have a big impact on your life. Use this list below to see if you are overdue for a visit to your primary…

We’ve all done it, you have pain or a symptom that you’re concerned about and the easiest resource to go to is at your fingertips- Dr. Google.  The internet has so much information it’s difficult to know what to trust.   What Websites Can You Trust? Sites that end in .gov like cdc.gov or cancer.gov.…

If it’s been more than a year since you sat down with your doctor to review the medications and supplements you’re taking, schedule a checkup.   It’s important to see if the medicine is working as intended and if you still need to take it, or if adjustments are needed. Checkups also allow you to…

Studies have shown that limiting salt intake can lower your blood pressure, which reduces your risk of stroke, heart failure and other health problems. Dr. Virgil Dawson, who practices family medicine at UCF Health, says that while our bodies need sodium to function properly, most people have about four times the recommended amount of sodium…