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March Marks One of the Busiest Months of the Spring at the USTA National Campus

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Most notably in March, the USTA Pro Circuit returns to the courts in Lake Nona with a $15,000 women’s event. This will be the second USTA Pro Circuit event held at the USTA National Campus, as a $25,000 women’s event was held in January. The USTA Pro Circuit, the largest developmental tennis circuit in the world, is the pathway to the US Open and tour-level competition for … [Read more...]

If We Catch It, We Can CURE It

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March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. According to the American Cancer Society, the colon cancer death rate in this country could be cut by more than half if all Americans simply followed recommended screening guidelines. Early detection and treatment are critical. If caught early, colorectal cancer is highly curable. If precancerous polyps are found during … [Read more...]

Nona Cycle: Tips to Ride Faster and Longer

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While Nona Cycle has expanded in size, we also have seen the ability to ride faster and longer. All of this requires optimal health and proper nutrition. The tips below are for all healthy athletes and good to remember when increasing activity. 1. Consume the Right Number of Calories The great news about taking up cycling is the ability to consume more calories. … [Read more...]

Don’t Discount The Effectiveness Of A Flu Shot

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This flu season has reminded us of the importance of getting a flu vaccine. While we might be approaching the end of flu season, cases of flu are likely to persist until as late as May. Getting your flu shot, even now, is the best way to protect yourself and others from the flu. Types Of Flu Vaccines Any flu shot will offer you protection from the flu, but there are two … [Read more...]

Horse Chestnut: The New Medication You Don’t Know About

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Horse chestnut is a homeopathic way to boost your venous health – and it’s one that’s rarely talked about. The Central Florida Vein & Vascular Center’s vein specialists would like to share the ways horse chestnut can help to improve the current state of your venous health. First, let’s look at what horse chestnut does. Fights Blood Pooling Horse chestnut seeds and … [Read more...]

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