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COVID-19 Vaccine: Fact vs. Fiction

COVID-19 Vaccine: Fact vs. Fiction
Three COVID-19 vaccines received Emergency Use Authorization from the FDA making vaccines a popular topic in our community. With so much information buzzing around, how do you know what is true? Let’s clear up what is fact and what is fiction. Learn more about COVID-19 Vaccines at TMH.
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Daylight Savings Time

Daylight Savings Time
Does Daylight Savings Time create turmoil in your life? Well, you’re not alone. It’s known that when the clocks spring forward every year, heart attacks, workplace injuries and overall depression increase. Why is that? Because changing the time alters your sleep schedule and sleep is integral to overall health and well-being. Almost every aspect of…
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Let Sleeping Dogs Lie: Surgery for a Dog Bite Saves Patient’s Nose

Let Sleeping Dogs Lie: Surgery for a Dog Bite Saves Patient’s Nose
Anyone who has ever known the unconditional love of a pet knows every pet has its own personality and set of emotions. For example, dog owners can see happiness in their pets’ eyes – and tails! Some dogs give off clues that say, “Leave me alone right now,” while others may convey, “I’m sleepy, don’t…
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Buckle Up Baby: Car Seat Safety Tips

Buckle Up Baby: Car Seat Safety Tips
One of the most important jobs you have as a parent is keeping your child safe while riding in a vehicle. Each year, thousands of young children are killed or injured in car crashes. Vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death and injury for American children. Using child safety seats correctly can reduce the…
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Rising Hunger: Facing Food Insecurity in the Big Bend Region

Rising Hunger: Facing Food Insecurity in the Big Bend Region
Written by: Matt Polland, Florida State University Masters Student and Dietetic Intern at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare Precepted by: Afaf Qasem, MS, RDN, LDN, Director of Quality of Life Services at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare Even before the COVID-19 crisis forced us inside of our homes and put millions of Americans out of work, food insecurity was…
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21 Tips for a Healthy 2021

21 Tips for a Healthy 2021
Here are 21 tips for a healthy 2021 and beyond: Practice Proper Hand Hygiene: Whether it’s singing Happy Birthday twice or belting the chorus of Truth Hurts by Lizzo, wash your hands for 20 seconds with soap and water to remove viruses, bacteria and other harmful substances stuck to your hands.  Follow a Healthy Diet: Food fuels…
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A New Way to Holiday during COVID-19

A New Way to Holiday during COVID-19
The 2020 holiday season is a lot different than in years past. Maybe you’ve always travelled to celebrate with out of town family but this year COVID-19 has put those plans on hold. Maybe you normally celebrate locally with a huge family gathering that’s now been postponed. It’s disappointing to not be able to be…
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Mindful Eating: Listen to the Tune of Your Stomach this Holiday Season

Mindful Eating: Listen to the Tune of Your Stomach this Holiday Season
Written by Kayla Cane, Graduate at Florida State University and Dietetic Intern at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare Precepted by Afaf Qasem, MS, RDN, LDN- Director of Quality of Life Services at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare From Thanksgiving to Christmas, the holidays are when we get excited about whipping up our favorite dishes to share at the dinner…
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