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Baby Development: 0-3 Months

Article Pediatrics

Babies develop a lot in the first three months. It is important as a parent to know what to expect. In an interview with the Health Channel, Leah Vega, a Physical Therapist with Center for Women, and Infants at South Miami Hospital describes the changes a baby goes through in its first few stages of […]


Taking Care of New Moms

Article Women´s Health

The first few weeks of motherhood can be stressful, and mothers can find it difficult to keep up. In an interview with the Health Channel, Nancy Martinez, a Mother Baby Clinical Educator with Homestead Hospital, assures that these feelings are completely normal.  Mothers often find it difficult to get enough sleep, which can become a […]


The Dangers of High Blood Pressure

Video Blood Pressure Cardiovascular Health

Getting high blood pressure under control can help lower the risks of heart attacks, strokes, kidney disease and a host of other serious medical conditions.


The Importance of Mental Health Therapy for Young Adults

Video Mental Health

Getting treatment for mental health conditions that appear in the teen or young adult years can help people better cope and live more successful lives, especially if they have support from family and friends.


What is GERD?

Video Digestion

GERD is sometimes thought to be heartburn, but the damaging effects of acid on the esophagus or throat can be severe and may lead to long term complications.


Does Medicare Cover Mental Health Therapy?

Video Mental Health Public Health Senior Life

Medicare coverage includes treatments, both in hospital and outpatient, for mental illness, mental health therapy, and substance use disorders.


Who is at Risk for RSV?

Video Public Health Respiratory Health

RSV disease sometimes resembles the common cold, but it can be much more serious and even require hospitalization in young children or seniors who may have weakened immune systems.


Medicare Plans That Have Caregiver Benefits

Video Public Health Senior Life

Caregiving can be difficult and exhausting. But there are some Medicare plans that include benefits to help caregivers get some relief.


Pregnant and Battling Breast Cancer

Video Breast Cancer Cancer Pregnancy Women´s Health

Treating breast cancer becomes more complicated when the patient is pregnant. Meet a young mother and the medical team that helped her fight breast cancer and deliver a healthy baby.


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