Health & Fitness

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L!vely Helps Monitor Seniors Who Live Alone; Plus More Boomer Health News

L!vely helps seniors who live alone, plus tips from Sarasota Memorial Hospital's "brain trainer" Marcy Stern.

10/22/2013 By Hannah Wallace

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The Startling Truth About Women and Heart Disease

Local experts reveal the shocking truth about heart disease and women.

10/22/2013 By Abby Weingarten

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Shopping: Fitness Fashion Finds

Heather Dunhill rounds up some fashionable fitness finds.

10/22/2013 By Heather Dunhill

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Lisa Niemi Speaks Out About Her Husband, Patrick Swayze

Lisa Niemi shares memories of her late husband, Patrick Swayze, and advice for caregivers of those afflicted with pancreatic cancer.

10/22/2013 By Hannah Wallace

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What You Need to Know About the Affordable Care Act

Florida Blue's Randall Woods explains the upcoming changes in insurance and what the Affordable Care Act means for you.

10/22/2013 By Megan McDonald

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Sarasota Experts Share How to Get Younger-Looking Skin

Just follow these tips from our local experts.

10/22/2013 By Su Byron

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Solving Old Health Problems with New Technology

Local experts weigh in on how they're solving old health problems with new technology in Sarasota.

10/22/2013 By Hannah Wallace

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Sarasota Memorial Hospital Unveils New Courtyard Tower

This fall, Sarasota Memorial Hospital celebrated the opening of its much-anticipated new Courtyard Tower, a state-of-the-art, nine-floor facility with floors dedicated to childbirth and neonatal care, cardiology and orthopedics.

10/22/2013 By Megan McDonald

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Cancer News and Breakthroughs from Southwest Florida Physicians

Southwest Florida's cancer experts suggest healing options for patients, from hospital treatments to support groups.

10/22/2013 By Abby Weingarten

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Skeeter Snacks Provides Tasty Nut-Free Treats for Kids

Skeeter Snacks provides nut-free treats for kids affected by food allergies.

10/22/2013 By Megan McDonald

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New Treatments for Foot Ailments

Sarasota physicians offer new foot care treatments and insights into foot health.

10/22/2013 By Megan McDonald

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Sarasota Memorial's HealthFit Class Helps You Achieve Lasting Health and Happiness

Sarasota Memorial's new HealthFit center for medically integrated fitness helps people of all shapes and sizes come together to achieve lasting health and happiness.

10/22/2013 By Hannah Wallace

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Sarasota Healthcare Providers Share Latest Advances in Medical Technology

The region's sophisticated medical professionals and patients want--and are getting--new technology all the time. We asked some local providers about their newest high-tech tools.

10/22/2013 By Hannah Wallace

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How to Overcome Your Fear of the Dentist

Contemporary dental care is astonishingly precise and pretty much pain free.

10/22/2013 By Su Byron

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How Hypnosis Works for Your Health

While the brain can be a great motivator, even an educated mind can also be our biggest obstacle in the quest to take better care of ourselves.

10/09/2013 By Hannah Wallace

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An Interview with Breast Cancer Survivor Margo Rey; Plus Sarasota Breast Cancer Awareness Month Events

An interview with breast cancer survivor and recording artist Margo Rey, plus breast cancer events in Sarasota and the latest exercise craze.

10/01/2013 By Hannah Wallace

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Inside Sarasota Memorial’s Courtyard Tower

If you weren’t among the crowds at Saturday’s grand opening event for Sarasota Memorial’s new nine-story Courtyard Tower, here’s an overview.

09/11/2013 By Hannah Wallace

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Sarasota's Compeer Program Pairs Volunteers with Those Suffering from Mental Illness

Sarasota's Compeer friendship program, run through Coastal Behavioral Healthcare, pairs volunteers with those with mental health challenges.

09/02/2013 By Beau Denton

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Exercise Trend: Orangetheory Fitness

A preview of the new fitness trend coming to Sarasota.

08/26/2013 By Hannah Wallace

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Living with a Leg Fracture

Lessons learned from my latest sports injury.

08/05/2013 By Hannah Wallace