Dr. Chrisoula Kiriazis explains what prediabetes is, why it should be taken seriously and your options for treatment, which involve lifestyle changes as well as medication. She also covers BayCare's prediabetes workshop and a CDC prevention program at Winter Haven Hospital and local YMCAs. 

Learn more about BayCare’s diabetes programs and services.

Joseph Borrelli, Jr., MD, MBA, discusses joint pain from osteoarthritis and treatment options available if you suffer from painful joints. Learn more about BayCare’s orthopedic services.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention accidental falls are the leading cause of accidental death in people over the age of 75.

Maryellen Sullivan, PT, MS, DPT, discusses fall prevention, conditions that contribute to falling and how we use several body systems to help maintain our balance so we can prevent those falls in the first place. 

Learn more about BayCare's rehabilitation services.

Eric R. James, MD, discusses common foot and ankle problems, treatment options available and the best ways to take care of our precious feet. 

Learn more about BayCare’s orthopedic services.

Margie Atkinson, DMin, BCC, Director Pastoral Care, Ethics, Palliative Care at Morton Plant Mease, discusses what you need to know to set up your living will, advanced directives in case you are unable to speak for yourself and planning for end of life decisions. 

Learn more about advance directives or download a free guide to advance directives today.

Atrial fibrillation, or AFib, is a heart condition that can cause blood clots, heart failure, stroke and other complications, and it affects more than two million Americans. However, many people don't know about the seriousness of AFib. If untreated, AFib "doubles the risk of heart-related deaths and is associated with a five-fold increase risk for stroke," according to the American Heart Association.

Rodrigo A. Boloños, MD, discusses AFIB, symptoms and the treatment options available at BayCare Health. Learn more about BayCare's atrial fibrillation (AFib) services.

Bringing your child to the hospital can be a stressful time for you and your family. Depending on their age, children may experience difficulties while being hospitalized due to separation from family, change in routine, unfamiliar faces, misunderstandings about their treatment, fear of upcoming procedures and an overall loss of control.

Leslie Dempsey, Senior Certified Child Life Specialist, discusses how to make hospitals less scary for kids and how to prepare your children for hospitalization so they know what to expect. Eliminating the fear of the unknown is crucial in helping kids cope with their medical experiences. 
Learn more about BayCare’s children’s health services.

Do you know how to read a food label? Learning the basics can help you shop smarter, lose weight and even help fight some diseases.

Lindsey McKaig, RD Registered Dietitian for BayCare Corporate Wellness, shares her best advice on how to properly decode food labels to make healthier food choices, what to look for, what to avoid and how to spot unregulated terms that might trip you up. 

Learn more about BayCare's primary care services.

Vaccination is one of the best ways parents can protect their children from life threatening diseases. However, for some parents, fears about the safety or necessity of vaccines, and rumors that vaccines can cause serious health problems are a cause for concern.

So, how can parents get the facts about vaccine safety?

Kristine Rietsma, DO, Pediatrician with BayCare Health System, discusses the importance of vaccinating your children and clears up some misconceptions about side effects and ingredients, and reinforces the risks of not vaccinating. Learn more about BayCare’s children’s health services.

When you’re feeling miserable, it can be tough to tell the difference between a cold and the flu. You turn to your local drug store to find relief for your symptoms, hoping you get the right over-the-counter treatment. You may wonder if antibiotics would be appropriate to deal with what ails you.

Pharmacy Clinical Coordinator, Residency Program Director and pharmacist Jovino O. Hernandez, PharmD, clears up the confusions of colds, flu and how to medicate. Learn more about BayCare's urgent care services.