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Alzheimer’s Disease: Plaque, Tangles & Prevention
Alzheimer’s Disease: Plaque, Tangles & Prevention
Posted: Jun 16, 2020

Alzheimer’s Disease: Plaque, Tangles & Prevention

Written by SMH Copywriter Phil Lederer

More than 5 million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer’s disease, which kills more people in the U.S. than breast cancer and prostate cancer combined. But what causes it and how can we reduce our risk of developing Alzheimer’s? Sarasota Memorial neurologist Alan Grindal, MD, offers his insights in this blog post.

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Fall Prevention Amid COVID-19
Fall Prevention Amid COVID-19
Posted: Jun 8, 2020

Fall Prevention Amid COVID-19

Written by SMH Injury Prevention Coordinator Susan Williams

Falls are the most common cause of traumatic brain injury and the main cause of death and disability in our senior population. But falls are preventable, not inevitable. Follow these tips from trauma nurse Susan Williams, RN, for a safe, smart, step-by-step approach to fall prevention in the age of novel coronavirus and COVID-19.

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Kawasaki & MIS-C: What Parents Need to Know
Kawasaki & MIS-C: What Parents Need to Know
Posted: Jun 2, 2020

Kawasaki & MIS-C: What Parents Need to Know

Written by First Physicians Group Pediatrician Jose Tavarez, MD

Kawasaki Disease started popping up in headlines and newsfeeds last month after clusters of children became sick with Kawasaki-like symptoms after having COVID-19 or being exposed to someone infected with COVID-19. First Physicians Group Pediatrician Jose Tavarez, MD, explains the condition, “Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children,” and the red-flag symptoms parents should look for.

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Choosing the Right Orthopedic Surgeon
Choosing the Right Orthopedic Surgeon
Posted: May 26, 2020

Choosing the Right Orthopedic Surgeon

Written by SMH Copywriter Phil Lederer

Maybe it’s a hip or knee replacement due to the normal wear and tear of aging. Maybe it’s a hand injury requiring reconstruction. Or maybe it’s a painful lower back caused by worsening sciatica. There are many reasons that lead people to search for an orthopedic surgeon, and there are many experienced surgeons to choose from. So how do you find the right surgeon? Get tips and resources from Sarasota Memorial's Orthopedics program coordinator.

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‘Just Be Smart’ ~ SMH Expert Answers Your COVID-19 Qs
‘Just Be Smart’ ~ SMH Expert Answers Your COVID-19 Qs
Posted: May 22, 2020

‘Just Be Smart’ ~ SMH Expert Answers Your COVID-19 Qs

With SMH Infectious Disease Specialist Manuel Gordillo, MD

Our community has been dealing with the COVID-19 health crisis for nearly three months. It’s understandable that we are all feeling “quarantine fatigue” and are anxious to get back to our normal routines and normal behaviors. But, as a community, are we really there yet? Sarasota Memorial infectious disease specialist Manuel Gordillo, MD, offers his expert insights and answers some of the many questions from our readers.

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