A UF Health Wellness University Seminar will focus on nutrition and how to prevent burns on Thursday, Aug. 13.
This free event will take place from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the Hilton University of Florida Conference Center (1714 SW 34th St., Gainesville). Click here to register.
The first session, entitled “Eat Well, Live Longer,” will run from 1 to 2 p.m. and will feature Dr. Jamie Zeldman of UF/IFAS.
Eat Well, Live Longer
Research continues to demonstrate the powerful connection between food and health. This seminar will explore how nutrition can help prevent and manage chronic diseases while supporting overall well-being. Attendees will learn about the Food Is Medicine approach, the role of healthy eating patterns in reducing disease risk and practical strategies for making informed nutrition choices. The discussion will highlight how food can complement traditional medical care and help individuals build sustainable habits that support lifelong health.
The second session will run from 2 to 3:30 p.m. and is entitled “Prevent Burns, Protect Loved Ones” and will feature Scot Bush of the UF Health Shands Burn Center.
Prevent Burns, Protect Loved Ones
Burn injuries can happen in seconds and often occur during everyday activities at home and outdoors. This seminar will explore common causes of burns, including cooking accidents, contact with hot surfaces and outdoor fire-related injuries. Attendees will learn practical strategies to help prevent burns, protect children and loved ones and stay safe in the kitchen and around open flames. The discussion will also cover basic burn first aid, when to seek medical care and how quick, appropriate treatment can improve outcomes and reduce complications.