Peds group backs surgery, drugs to treat obesity
New guidance treats obesity as biological issue rather than an unhealthy lifestyle.
Health
UF study links monetary rewards with weight loss
Study focused on socially disadvantaged people.
Active aging extends vibrancy for seniors
Gainesville provides ample opportunities for senior activities.
U.S. life expectancy drops
COVID-19, drug overdoses fuel decrease while cancer, heart disease remain leading causes of death.
Maintaining mindfulness important during holidays
Social worker examines how to overcome stress during hectic season.
UF Health leads way in robotic joint replacement
UF one of first large Southeast academic centers to use robot-assisted system.
Muhammad Ali’s doctors bring evidence of Parkinson’s
Doctors support Parkinson’s diagnosis over head trauma.
UF study finds election stress may impact health
Study shows population blood pressure rose following 2016 election.
UF Health to hold free wellness seminars
Event will focus on hearing loss, prostate, eyelid lift and aneurysms.
