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Tips for Suncoast mothers on when should your child learn to walk.

Dr. Allison Brindle of Cleveland Clinic Children's says, "The important thing that we need to remember as parents is that normal childhood development usually covers a…

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Red meat consumption linked to type two diabetes

The Journal of the American Medical Association reports on findings that eating more red meat over time increases your risk of type two diabetes. but what is in your m…

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New AREDS study released with recommended changes for eye health

In 2001, Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS) researchers reported that a nutritional supplement called the AREDS formulation could reduce the risk of developing adva…

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Bullying brothers and sisters

While bullying by peers is a recognized problem, bullying by siblings is often overlooked, but a new study finds being picked on by a brother or sister can be harmful …

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Beat the heat

This weekend on the Suncoast was a scorcher.

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To ease shortage of organs, grow them in a lab?

NEW YORK (AP) — Doctors say it'll be quite some time before solid donor organs like lungs and livers can be grown in a lab, but they're working toward that for the future.

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Bedside manner an important skill for doctors

Bedside manner seems to come naturally to some, but many of us have known doctors who make us feel like they don't care. Now new research is making a case for compassi…

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Lower blood sugar with a walk

There is good news for those looking to lower their risk of diabetes and blood sugar.

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Neuropathy treatment has patients back on their feet

About 20 million people in the United States, including more than half of all diabetics, suffer from neuropathy.

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Health Apps you can use on the Suncoast

When it comes to our smartphones and tablets many of us are absolutely obsessed with apps!

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What's keeping you up at night?

Chances are if you are of a certain age, you may not sleep through the night. But, do you know why?

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Advances in ACL surgery

Every year about 200,000 people will suffer an ACL injury. Now, a new technique is helping keep repaired knees from needing more work.

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Menapause midriff

She is attractive, slim and fit; the picture of good health. That’s what you see when you look at Nancie Kalin. But, like many women of a certain age who worried about…

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What's the buzz

What's the buzz?

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Torn Rotator Cuffs

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Hurricane Madness, special event @ Venice Regional Medical Center

Venice Regional Medical Center is holding a blood drive today to insure that they are covered in case of a shortage.

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Study on bird genitalia may help humans - information provided by UF Health Newsnet

GAINESVILLE, Fla. ― Researchers at the University of Florida Genetics Institute have discovered how, at the genetic level, different bird species either develop or do …

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Geriatric psychiatrist offers tips for seniors in the storm

Seniors in our community get advice on dealing with stress from the storm.

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Mission cataract helps 100 sight impaired people in Sarasota

For one week those unable to afford cataract surgery are helped by a local center.

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Blood used to detect depression

Blood is being used to figure out what's going on inside your head.

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Help for patients with AFIB

Catheter ablation, a trip through the human body for abnormal heart rhythm

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Children with rare muiscular dystrophy find hope in new gene therapy

Children with a rare form of muscular dystrophy called Pompe disease often spend their days tethered to mechanical ventilators in order to breathe. Now, results from a…

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Why are swimming injuries up nearly 20% in the U.S. ?

Just in time for summer, a new study is out showing that swimming injuries are up by nearly 20% in the U.S. By the end of the day another 250 children will be rushed t…