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Explore the latest blog posts and articles from HCA Florida Healthcare. Our blog covers a wide range of health topics from nutrition to women's care.
- October 01, 2024Fort Walton-Destin HospitalThe French family's healthcare journey began in 1997 when John French became a physical therapy assistant at HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital, unknowingly influencing future generations.
Easy spine-strengthening exercises to improve spinal health at home keyboard_arrow_right
September 27, 2024HCA FloridaAs many of us are spending more and more time seated, taking good care of our spines is as important as ever. For world spine day (10/16), this article will focus on thoracic spine strengthening exercises and other stretches to improve spine health.Is arthritis preventable? Tips for keeping your joints healthy keyboard_arrow_right
September 27, 2024HCA FloridaIs arthritis preventable? Tips for maintaining healthy joints: As we age, many people begin to experience arthritis in their joints.How to familiarize yourself with your breasts through a self-exam keyboard_arrow_right
September 27, 2024HCA FloridaBecoming familiar with your breasts, along with regular screenings, can increase your chances of detecting breast cancer early.Not sure when to go to an Emergency Room (ER) or urgent care? keyboard_arrow_right
September 24, 2024HCA FloridaWhat you need to know about each form of care so you can act quickly should a medical emergency arise.Learn the difference between an MD and a DO keyboard_arrow_right
September 24, 2024HCA FloridaHave you ever wondered why some doctors have DO behind their name, and some have MD? Learn the difference between the two types of doctors.Prostate cancer screening keyboard_arrow_right
September 24, 2024HCA FloridaUnderstanding the benefits and risks of prostate cancer screening helps you make an informed decision about your health. Here’s what you should know.How to reduce your risk of stroke keyboard_arrow_right
September 24, 2024HCA FloridaNew treatments for managing hypertension can help reduce your chance of having a stroke, but you also need to know the signs.When heart palpitations signal a more serious problem keyboard_arrow_right
September 24, 2024HCA FloridaWhen you experience a heightened emotional state, your heart might flutter, race or pound. But what does it mean when your heart skips a beat? And when is a more frequent flutter the sign of something serious?High cholesterol: What you should know keyboard_arrow_right
September 24, 2024HCA FloridaLearn about the symptoms of high cholesterol, how it affects heart and vascular health and the steps you can take to treat it.