September, 2022

Planning can make all the difference in a hurricane

Hurricanes are among nature’s most powerful and potentially dangerous forces. Fortunately, since these sometimes deadly storms can only form and strengthen at sea, they rarely make landfall without ample warning. That’s good news for the millions of Floridians who live in areas that could be affected by a hurricane. Make preparations now and you’ll be ready to act when a storm threatens. If a hurricane watch is issued, a hurricane is possible within 24 to 36 hours. Keep up with...

What is considered a heart-healthy diet?

Fruits and vegetables are naturally low in fat and high in fiber. Choose multiple colors of fresh produce to make sure you’re getting a variety of nutrients. Especially good choices include leafy greens, broccoli, carrots, apples, bananas, oranges, pears, grapes and prunes. Choose fatty fish that are high in heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. These include salmon, mackerel, tuna, trout and sardines. These foods can help lower triglyceride levels and subsequently reduce your risks for heart...

Simple things help make healthy aging possible

Have you noticed that the numbers you read seem to be getting smaller? Do you find it harder to get down on your knees to look under the bed—and to get up again? There’s no question that age brings changes to our lives. And yes, some of them we’d prefer to avoid. Physically, for example, stiffening joints can make it harder to get around. And many people find that their short-term memory just isn’t what it used to be. Often, difficult personal situations, such as the deat...

Watson Clinic Celebrated at Annual Best of Central Florida Awards

A number of Watson Clinic’s departments and expert specialists were celebrated during this year’s Best of Central Florida Awards hosted by The Ledger. Thousands of the paper’s readers voted for finalists and winners in multiple categories, including dining, entertainment, shopping, sports and more. The awards ceremony took place on Thursday, September 15 from the RP Funding Center. Finalists from Watson Clinic were celebrated in the following categories: · Best Cosmetic/Pl...

Coping with the Common Cold

When it comes to colds, there is a lot of information out there about how you get them and how to treat them—and not all of it is correct. Perhaps it's because the symptoms can be so miserable, from a sore throat to postnasal drip. There's no cure for the common cold, but certain things do help ease the annoying symptoms. Here's a rundown of what does and doesn't work for avoiding and treating colds. How do you catch a cold? There are more than 200 viruses that can cause a cold. These viru...

6 ways to help your child with ADHD thrive

If your child has attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder ADHD , you want to do everything you can to help your child focus and get along well with friends and family. Medicine is available for children 3 years of age and older, but there are other things you can try too. These six strategies may also help manage ADHD symptoms and prevent them from getting worse. Stick to a schedule. Try to follow the same daily routine, including times for waking up, going to bed, doing homework and playing. P...

Monkeypox risk factors, symptoms, testing & vaccinations

The monkeypox virus is an infection that has afflicted an increasing number of Americans in recent months. Despite the rise in cases, monkeypox is still considered relatively rare. The symptoms of monkeypox are similar yet often milder to those experienced with smallpox. Monkeypox is rarely fatal, and usually lasts for 2 to 4 weeks. Symptoms may include any or all of the following: Fever Headache Muscle aches Back pain Swollen lymph nodes Chills Fatigue A rash that may resemble pimples or bliste...