Your Health Questions Answered

It's National Minority Health Month. How Can We Support Communities of Color?

Sarasota's Multicultural Health Institute offers several ways to get involved.

04/27/2022 By Allison Forsyth

The Pandemic

Here's What to Expect When Getting Your Second Covid-19 Booster

Locals who've already gotten it share their experience.

04/13/2022 By Samantha Lane

Health News

Physician Opens New 'Culinary Medicine' Practice in Sarasota

Dr. Sneha Pallegar is board-certified in internal medicine.

04/07/2022 By Staff

The Pandemic

A Second Covid-19 Booster is Now Available to Those Age 50 and Older

The FDA approved the second booster of Pfizer and Moderna vaccines. Here's where to get it locally.

03/30/2022 By Allison Forsyth

The Pandemic

Where to Get Pfizer's Covid Drug in Sarasota-Manatee

The antiviral drug made by Pfizer called Paxlovid is available by prescription only and can get picked up at one of these local pharmacies.

03/21/2022 By Allison Forsyth

Your Health Questions Answered

What Are the Best New Thyroid Disease Treatments Available in Sarasota?

Thyroid expert Dr. Ralph Tufano shares two new treatment options for thyroid nodules and cancer.

03/02/2022 By Allison Forsyth

The Pandemic

If You're on Medicare Part B, You Can Get Up to Eight Free Covid Tests Per Month

Tests can be sent to your home, or you can pick them up at local Medicare-approved health clinics.

02/22/2022 By Samantha Lane

Listening to Black Voices

Dr. Lisa Merritt on Epigenetics, Access and Equity in Health Care

"Be purposeful, tell the truth, and elucidate what the issues are—and, at the same time, come ready with solutions and strategies."

01/11/2022 By Heather Dunhill

The Tipping Point

Will Florida Join Other States in Restricting Access to Abortion?

With a GOP-dominated legislature in an election year in Florida, abortion access is poised to change. To what extent is the big question.

01/01/2022 By Elizabeth Djinis

What Is Compounding & Why Does Personalized Medication Matter?

Patients often have a better response to customized dosages that are “just what the doctor ordered.”

12/21/2021 By Gerry Letendre, RPh, MBA, CHt

Code Blue

Palmetto Middle Schooler Creates Life-Saving 'Code Blue' App

Thirteen-year-old Jace Billingsley's Code Blue App helps doctors and nurses save lives of patients in cardiac arrest.

12/09/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Covid-19 Update

Is Sarasota County Testing For the Omicron Variant?

So far, no cases have been detected in Sarasota or in Florida, and health officials say demand for vaccines is high.

12/06/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Your Health Questions Answered

What Are Some Common Myths About Alzheimer's Disease?

November is National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month. Here are what researchers say are the top five myths about living with the disease.

11/10/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Health care

Sarasota Memorial Opens New Venice Hospital

Construction of the new facility is complete. It will begin accepting patients this month.

11/09/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Health News

Sarasota Health Department Named 'Age-Friendly Public Health System'

It's the first local health department in the nation to receive the recognition.

11/08/2021 By Staff

Looking for Long-Term Weight-Loss Solutions?

Look no further: Emily Goodyear joins the integrative medicine team at The Blend Institute in Lakewood Ranch.

11/01/2021

Covid News

Should You Get a Covid-19 Booster Shot?

Booster shots are now approved for anyone age 18 and older—here's what you need to know.

11/01/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Your Health Questions Answered

How to Keep Your Teeth Healthy During Halloween Season

With Halloween season comes lots of sugar, which is delicious—but it can wreak havoc on your teeth and gums. Here are some healthy habits to keep in mind as you snack.

10/27/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Your Health Questions Answered

What Is Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth and Why Is Everyone Talking About It?

A Sarasota gastroenterologist explains what Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth, or SIBO, is, and how it's treated.

10/06/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Your Health Questions Answered

How Does Covid-19 Affect Your Heart?

We know the virus has short-term effects on cardiovascular health, but are there any long-term effects we should worry about? A Sarasota cardiologist chimes in.

09/22/2021 By Allison Forsyth