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Adults with diabetes are nearly twice as likely to die from heart disease or stroke as people without diabetes. And in conjunction with November as National Diabetes Month, it’s important to remember that lifestyle changes can help you avoid the disease – even if you have a family history of diabetes. The key to avoiding…

Just last week, The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed that a recent outbreak of lung injuries in the U.S. is, in fact, associated with e-cigarette use or vaping. Since Oct. 1, the CDC reports 18 deaths and more than 1,000 lung injury cases linked to these alternative smoking methods. The report also highlights…

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…

While it may be impossible to reverse all damage caused by some chronic diseases, it is possible to manage and improve symptoms through exercise and other lifestyle changes. Inactivity and risk for disease Living an inactive lifestyle is one of the biggest factors contributing to many diseases. According to a CDC estimate, only 1 in…

February is American Heart Month – it’s time to show your heart some love! We have compiled a list of tips for keeping your heart strong and healthy. Even the smallest of lifestyle changes can go a long way when it comes to heart health. 1. Exercise regularly This may be one of the more…

Dust mites are microscopic insects in our homes. They don’t mean your house is dirty – mites live in millions of homes across the country. Although they do not bite or transmit disease, they are a major culprit for allergies, causing sneezing, itchy/watery eyes, cough and nasal congestion if you are allergic to them. Dust…