Chronic diseases like diabetes and high blood pressure are largely driven by lifestyle habits, including nutrition. Discover nutrition tips like the Mediterranean diet and how they can be easily incorporated. Dr. Charisse Huot discusses the diet’s health benefits and how to make delicious, nutritious meals using food as medicine.

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Appendicitis is a common and treatable disorder, but the signs and symptoms shouldn't be ignored. In this episode, board certified general surgeon Dr. Eftechios P. Xanthoudakis dives into appendicitis, its causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

Sudden cardiac events in young athletes can occur without warning, raising urgent questions for families, coaches and anyone involved in youth sports. Pediatric cardiologist Dr. Kelvin Lau explains what sudden cardiac arrest is, why student athletes may be more vulnerable and what steps like monitoring symptoms and incorporating routine EKGs that can help protect kids competing at any level.

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Bullying and cyberbullying on social media and gaming platforms are very common nowadays. One fifth of kids are bullied and it happens every seven minutes. Pediatrician Dr. Jordan Coyner gives parents helpful advice on what to look for and how to empower and educate their child.

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To learn more about pediatric services at BayCare, go to BayCareKids.org.