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The Emerald Coast Gastroenterology is committed to providing the best possible diagnosis and treatment based on advances in "evidence-based medicine" and "current opinion in Gastroenterology and Hepatology".
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The Emerald Coast Gastroenterology is committed to providing the best possible diagnosis and treatment based on advances in "evidence-based medicine" and "current opinion in Gastroenterology and Hepatology". Our patients are seen in a pleasant and compassionate atmosphere.
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When you think of eye care, think of the name that sets the standard for quality eye care... The Eye Center of North Florida, for all your eye care needs. Nine Doctors 1 Vision Yours!

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Could 'moderate' drinking be safe during pregnancy?
Could 'moderate' drinking be safe during pregnancy?
Children of women who drink moderate amounts of alcohol while pregnant don't appear to have any neurodevelopmental problems when it comes to balance, a new British study suggests.More >>
Children of women who drink moderate amounts of alcohol while pregnant don't appear to have any neurodevelopmental problems when it comes to balance, a new British study suggests.More >>
Skipping breakfast may raise diabetes risk
Skipping breakfast may raise diabetes risk
Eating breakfast every day may help overweight women reduce their risk of diabetes, a small new study suggests.More >>
Eating breakfast every day may help overweight women reduce their risk of diabetes, a small new study suggests.More >>
US ends effort to limit access to 'morning-after' pill
US ends effort to limit access to 'morning-after' pill
The U.S. government has dropped its effort to block a court order that would make the morning-after contraceptive pill available over-the-counter to all women and girls.More >>
The U.S. government has dropped its effort to block a court order that would make the morning-after contraceptive pill available over-the-counter to all women and girls.More >>
Poor sleep may worsen heart woes in women
Poor sleep may worsen heart woes in women
Poor sleep appears to contribute to the progression of heart disease in women by raising their inflammation levels, but this effect was not seen in men, researchers say.More >>
Poor sleep appears to contribute to the progression of heart disease in women by raising their inflammation levels, but this effect was not seen in men, researchers say.More >>
Can you skip antibiotics for urinary tract infection?
Can you skip antibiotics for urinary tract infection?
Some women with symptoms of a urinary tract infection may be able to skip the antibiotics typically prescribed and have their symptoms improve or clear, according to a new Dutch study.More >>
Some women with symptoms of a urinary tract infection may be able to skip the antibiotics typically prescribed and have their symptoms improve or clear, according to a new Dutch study.More >>
Joblessness tied to shortened lifespans for less-educated women
Joblessness tied to shortened lifespans for less-educated women
Life expectancy among less-educated white women is decreasing while their better-educated peers are gaining longevity, a new study finds.More >>
Life expectancy among less-educated white women is decreasing while their better-educated peers are gaining longevity, a new study finds.More >>
Genes may boost woman's risk of postpartum depression
Genes may boost woman's risk of postpartum depression
Pregnant women with specific alterations in two genes may be at increased risk of suffering depression after giving birth, a small new study suggests.More >>
Pregnant women with specific alterations in two genes may be at increased risk of suffering depression after giving birth, a small new study suggests.More >>
Living near major roadways in pregnancy tied to respiratory woes in children
Living near major roadways in pregnancy tied to respiratory woes in children
A child whose mother lived near heavy traffic while pregnant faces a relatively higher risk for developing a respiratory infection before the age of 3, a new study suggests.More >>
A child whose mother lived near heavy traffic while pregnant faces a relatively higher risk for developing a respiratory infection before the age of 3, a new study suggests.More >>
Eyelash extension adhesives may cause bad reactions
Eyelash extension adhesives may cause bad reactions
Eye experts warn that the adhesives used to apply eyelash extensions can cause allergies and infections.More >>
Eye experts warn that the adhesives used to apply eyelash extensions can cause allergies and infections.More >>
Gene variations may explain weight gain among men, women
Gene variations may explain weight gain among men, women
Weight gain in men and women is predicted by two different genetic variations -- so-called polymorphisms, according to a new study from the Netherlands.More >>
Weight gain in men and women is predicted by two different genetic variations -- so-called polymorphisms, according to a new study from the Netherlands.More >>

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Dads who bond with kids help keep marriage strong
Dads who bond with kids help keep marriage strong
For dads aiming at marital bliss, a new study suggests just two factors are especially important: being engaged with the kids, for sure -- but also doing a fair share of the household chores.More >>
For dads aiming at marital bliss, a new study suggests just two factors are especially important: being engaged with the kids, for sure -- but also doing a fair share of the household chores.More >>
Fitness in middle age may help shield men from cancer later
Fitness in middle age may help shield men from cancer later
Men who are physically fit in middle age have a lower risk of developing and dying from certain cancers, new research indicates.More >>
Men who are physically fit in middle age have a lower risk of developing and dying from certain cancers, new research indicates.More >>
Erectile dysfunction tied to long-term narcotic use in men
Erectile dysfunction tied to long-term narcotic use in men
If you're a man, the pain-killing medications known as opioids may do more than relieve pain -- they may also put a damper on your sex life.More >>
If you're a man, the pain-killing medications known as opioids may do more than relieve pain -- they may also put a damper on your sex life.More >>
Gene variations may explain weight gain among men, women
Gene variations may explain weight gain among men, women
Weight gain in men and women is predicted by two different genetic variations -- so-called polymorphisms, according to a new study from the Netherlands.More >>
Weight gain in men and women is predicted by two different genetic variations -- so-called polymorphisms, according to a new study from the Netherlands.More >>
Prostate cancer may be deadlier for the uninsured
Prostate cancer may be deadlier for the uninsured
Men who are uninsured or underinsured get advanced prostate cancer at nearly four times the national average and don't survive as long as other men with advanced disease, a new study says.More >>
Men who are uninsured or underinsured get advanced prostate cancer at nearly four times the national average and don't survive as long as other men with advanced disease, a new study says.More >>
Study links timing of hospital visit to prostate cancer survival odds
Study links timing of hospital visit to prostate cancer survival odds
Men with prostate cancer that has spread to other parts of their body are more likely to die after visiting an emergency department on the weekend rather than a weekday, a new study finds.More >>
Men with prostate cancer that has spread to other parts of their body are more likely to die after visiting an emergency department on the weekend rather than a weekday, a new study finds.More >>
Younger men biggest consumers of added sugars
Younger men biggest consumers of added sugars
Young U.S. adults are consuming more added sugars in their food and drinks than older -- and apparently wiser -- folks, according to a new government report.More >>
Young U.S. adults are consuming more added sugars in their food and drinks than older -- and apparently wiser -- folks, according to a new government report.More >>
Men who are obese while young can pay a price later
Men who are obese while young can pay a price later
Men who are obese in their early 20s have a significantly increased risk of dying or of having serious health problems such as diabetes and heart disease by the time they reach age 55, a new long-term study indicates.More >>
Men who are obese in their early 20s have a significantly increased risk of dying or of having serious health problems such as diabetes and heart disease by the time they reach age 55, a new long-term study indicates.More >>
Changes to psychiatry's 'bible' could widen definition of ADHD
Changes to psychiatry's 'bible' could widen definition of ADHD
Experts believe several changes in psychiatry's 'bible' will broaden both the definition and diagnosis of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder -- ADHD.More >>
Experts believe several changes in psychiatry's 'bible' will broaden both the definition and diagnosis of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder -- ADHD.More >>
Balding men could face higher heart risks
Balding men could face higher heart risks
New research out of Japan shows a potential link between male baldness and an increased risk for coronary heart disease.More >>
New research out of Japan shows a potential link between male baldness and an increased risk for coronary heart disease.More >>

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Jessica Foster
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Jessica Foster is originally from Atlanta, Georgia and has worked at WMBB since 2004. She is excited to bring the news to you each weekday on News13 This Morning. Jessica produces 3 medical segments weekly- What's Going Around, Modern Medicine and Mayo Clinic reports.More >>

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Modern Medicine: Breast Cancer and Reconstruction
Modern Medicine: Breast Cancer and Reconstruction
Updated: Monday, June 17 2013 10:28 AM EDT2013-06-17 14:28:26 GMT
Early detection is key when it comes to breast cancer. That's why self-exams and mammograms are so important. If a mastectomy is needed, women now have many options for reconstruction. Terri KaseyMore >>
A breast cancer diagnosis can be devastating, but women now have more options for treatment and breast reconstruction. More >>
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