The Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA, including the South Tampa Family Y at 4411 S. Himes is excited to be back open, welcoming back members. The gradual reopening began Wednesday, May 20. “Our doors may have been closed, but the Y hasn’t stopped serving the community,” said Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA …

One year ago, David was lifting a fire pit in his back yard and fell to the ground in infuriating pain. He could not get up as the pain was completely unbearable. EMS transported him to the emergency room, and he was admitted to the hospital. David had a herniated …

By By Jacey Fortin If you’re worried about wiping down grocery bags or disinfecting mailed packages, this C.D.C. guidance might bring some relief. It’s not new information; the agency has been saying this for months. Guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention making the rounds this month on …

Since 1973, RAO has been dedicated to promoting and protecting health and quality of life through preventative screening exams and next-level diagnostic testing. Because women have specific healthcare needs, RAO established Women’s Imaging Center (WIC), the region’s first and only comprehensive, full-service center dedicated to women’s diagnostic services. Utilizing the …

T.E. Vallabhan, MD, FACC For the past few months, we’ve all been practicing social distancing and rigorous hygiene. On April 3rd, Governor DeSantis issued a “stay at home” order and set standards for essential services, including medical treatment. Dr. Vallabhan is still able to see patients with urgent needs and …

Rivers Family Medicine Do you need to get vaccinated for pneumonia? If so, now is an important time to do so. Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs that may be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. The infection causes the lungs’ air sacs (alveoli) to become inflamed and fill …

Along with regular in-home visits, Lake Centre Home Care is able to connect with you virtually via a smartphone, tablet or computer. These virtual visits allow you to stay in the comfort of your home and have assessments, examinations, physical or occupational therapy sessions, as well as cardiac monitoring or …

By Denise A. Pancyrz – Diabetes Reversal & Holistic Lifestyle Coach, Speaker, Author Coronavirus is here with reports that it may return this Fall. If you or a loved one has diabetes and/or heart disease, extra steps should be taken to remain healthy. Be safe, don’t panic, be cautious, be …

What if you were riding your bike along the path of your neighborhood and noticed that your eyesight was blurry, or that your arm felt weak? Would you seek help? What if you were having coffee with your friend and you noticed that her speech was slurred? Would you call 911? …

By Gina Roberts-Grey When you’re feeling under the weather or have questions about your health, you usually schedule an appointment with your primary care physician. In after-hour situations, you may even head to an urgent care clinic. But as communication technology advances, your options for care are expanding. Through telemedicine …