Depression
Depression By Marcos Otero, Gulf Coast Immediate Care Center, Fort Walton Beach Time is so fleeting… This month a gentleman I knew as a friend and brother passed away. It brought sorrow to my heart, tears to my eyes, and…
What is autism spectrum disorder?
What is autism spectrum disorder? Source: Autism Speaks Autism, or autism spectrum disorder, refers to a range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal communication, as well as by unique strengths and differences. We…
Exámenes preventivos de cáncer para mujeres
Por Marcos Otero, Gulf Coast Immediate Care Center "Quiero que me hagan una prueba de cáncer. ¡Por favor, hazme un análisis de sangre!" Esta solicitud es tan frecuente entre los pacientes que escucho esta solicitud al menos 4-6 veces por…
Thyroid Problems?
Thyroid Problems? By Marcos Otero, Gulf Coast Immediate Care Center, Fort Walton Beach What is the Thyroid? The thyroid is a butterfly shaped gland found in the neck below the Adam’s; apple wrapped around the trachea. The thyroid has two…
Appendicitis
Appendicitis By Marcos Otero, Gulf Coast Immediate Care Center, Fort Walton Beach Appendicitis - what is the appendix? The appendix is a small attachment where the small and large intestine meets. It has an opening at one end that connects…
What Is Diabetes?
What Is Diabetes and How Does It Affect Our Lives? By Ahmet Ergin, MD, CCE, ECNU, Institute of Endocrinology, Panama City & Destin, FL, http://www.iedhh.com Translated by: Lessie Correa Diabetes is a disease state where the body’s blood glucose control…
NEW OUTREACH PROGRAM IN PARTNERSHIP WITH RYAN WHITE CLINIC
NEW OUTREACH PROGRAM IN PARTNERSHIP WITH RYAN WHITE CLINIC Contact: Kathy Newby, PIO Specialist, (850) 344-0572 Aaron C. Hill, Senior Health Educator/Outreach Program Coordinator, (850)344-0614 Fort Walton Beach, Fla – The Florida Department of Health in Okaloosa County (DOH-Okaloosa), in…