Make Art at Home: Clay Roses
UF Health Jacksonville Arts in Medicine program coordinator Lauren Anter walks us through another at-home art project. Mashing clay in your hands can be a very relaxing activity and has…
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Getting Back-to-School Safely
This year, back-to-school planning has been incredibly complex because of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. For some, this time is filled with excitement as kids prepare to see their friends, teachers, principals, librarians, bus drivers and school staff in person for…
Understanding the Stages of Grief
In this era of the COVID-19 pandemic, we all are too familiar with the term “grief.” Grief is the natural reaction to a loss which could be due to a…
Avoid “Maskne” From Face-Coverings
The recent city-wide mandate for face-coverings is a major player in reducing the spread of COVID-19. This “new normal” of facial wear could cause some skin irritation, and many people…
Moving Family Medicine Forward during COVID-19
UF Health Family Medicine is being spotlighted for the fantastic job its providers and other staff members have done in adjusting to new policies and health protocols amid COVID-19. Several employees have been recognized by leaders and colleagues for their…
Like Father, Like Son: A UF Health Father’s Day Feature
Guy Benrubi, MD, and Daniel Benrubi, MD, are proud to work in the same department at UF Health Jacksonville. Father’s Day gives us a special opportunity to recognize dads who’ve made an impact on our lives. One father-son physician duo at UF Health is closer than most. They are providers…
3D Screening Mammograms: Early Detection Can Help Save Lives
UF Health uses the latest technology in breast cancer detection. Breast cancer is the second most common cancer for women after skin cancer. Regular screenings to detect breast cancer should be a part of a woman’s annual health care routine. UF Health Breast Imaging Centers are open and ready to…
Make Art at Home: Decorative Canvas and Photo Frame
UF Health Jacksonville Arts in Medicine program coordinator Lauren Anter is back with another at-home art project. Though the city has relaxed the stay-at-home order, many of us are still…
Grief in the Current Era of the Pandemic
The term “grief” is typically associated with reflecting about someone’s death or a loss from a death. More than 2,800,000 deaths occur annually in the USA, and 5% to 9% of the population sustains the loss of a close family member each year, according to data from 2017. Unfortunately,…
Helping Children and Teens Manage Stress during COVID-19
Children and teens may face a variety of stressors as they navigate everyday life. During this unique time of COVID-19, the nature of the stressors are different, and it becomes even more important for youth to strengthen their coping and…
