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Kenneth Hill of New York had been at St. Anthony’s Hospital for a short time when he learned that he would become the first patient to move into the hospital’s new 90-bed patient tower. “I feel so special,” said Hill as nurses and hospital transporters gathered his belongings for the …

Expansion and Renovations in St. Petersburg total $152 million As St. Anthony’s Hospital is in the midst of marking 90 years of providing quality care to the residents of South Pinellas County, BayCare is proud to announce the opening of a new 90-bed patient tower at the hospital to continue …

Residents of Epperson and Watergrass will be pleased to know that Florida Medical Clinic is opening a state-of-the-art Watergrass facility in the summer of 2022. We recently caught up with Dr. Ayazo, a respected family physician at Florida Medical Clinic to learn more. H&W: The new Florida Medical Clinic (FMC) …

By Regenexx Tampa Bay, Regenerative Medicine The body is an interconnected machine with each part working together in harmony. The lumbar spine is a crucial element of this machine. The hip, knee, and foot are all controlled by spinal nerves within the low back. A problem in the lumbar spine …

By Nasser Razack, MD, JD May is stroke awareness month. There are many actions we can take to impact the future of stroke but none greater than its prevention. Our emphasis must switch from the treatment of the disease to its prevention by promoting better health and well-being. Inflammation is …

Proper breathing has recently become a health interest and people are encouraged to take deeper breaths and in specific rhythms for multiple health benefits. But what about the air we breathe? Is it clean, or does it harbor environmental toxins such as mold, bacteria, and viruses? We all now understand …

We’ve been forewarned that this year’s storm season is going to be much more active than last years. We can hope and cross our fingers that our coast won’t get hit, but it’s essential to make plans for hurricane season. It’s important to have a plan. • Lists of medication …

By Michael Branch, MD What is sinusitis, and how long does it last? Chronic sinusitis affects nearly 30 million people in the United States each year.1 Inflammation of the sinuses within the nose and head interferes with how mucus drains and can cause difficulty breathing through the nose due to …

Many individuals have a difficult time finding ways to manage stress. In stressful situations, our brains’ complex anatomy and process work to produce fear, anxiety, worry, and the decision to take flight or to fight. There are neurotransmitters throughout the entire body that send signals to the brain, alerting us …

SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) is a Free program offered by the Florida Department of Elder Affairs and the Area Agency on Aging of Pasco & Pinellas. Specially trained volunteers can assist you with your Medicare, Medicaid, and Health insurance questions by providing one-on-one counseling and information. SHINE …