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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.
Prenatal vitamins: What to take and when keyboard_arrow_right
June 24, 2024HCA FloridaFind a prenatal vitamin with ingredients that support you and your baby before, during and after pregnancy.What to expect at your first prenatal visit keyboard_arrow_right
June 24, 2024HCA FloridaPrepare for your first pregnancy appointment with your OB/GYN or midwife.- June 11, 2024HCA FloridaAlthough it accounts for nearly 20% of cancer related deaths, the American Cancer Society reports that most individuals are not getting screened for lung cancer.
Pregnancy symptoms and what to do next keyboard_arrow_right
June 03, 2024HCA FloridaLearn about early signs of pregnancy and when to make an appointment with your OB.How to create the best birth plan for you keyboard_arrow_right
June 03, 2024HCA FloridaKnow what to include in your birth plan, what labor and delivery questions to answer, and when to be flexible.Is swimming cardio? Why it's the ultimate, low-impact workout keyboard_arrow_right
June 03, 2024HCA FloridaLearn more about swimming and how it does a lot more than get your heart rate up. Find out why swimming may be the ultimate workout.Plantar fasciitis treatment at home: 6 remedies to try today keyboard_arrow_right
June 03, 2024HCA FloridaPlantar fasciitis can make it difficult to walk and be active. Fortunately, there are several options for plantar fasciitis treatment at home.The not-so-sweet effects of artificial sweeteners on the body keyboard_arrow_right
June 03, 2024HCA FloridaThe long-term effects of artificial sweeteners on the body are still being studied, but evidence suggests they're not always healthy alternatives to sugar.Celebrating PRIDE month with a growing family keyboard_arrow_right
June 01, 2024HCA FloridaAs we celebrate PRIDE Month alongside our LGBTQ+ colleagues, we’re sharing the experience of HCA Florida Healthcare nurse, Yoiris Varela-Mora. Yoiris and her partner, Liz, welcomed their first child this year at HCA Florida Mercy Hospital.Reduce your risk during American Stroke Month keyboard_arrow_right
May 16, 2024HCA FloridaNew treatments for managing hypertension can help reduce your chance of having a stroke, but you also need to know the signs.