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Forget the outdated nutrition advice that told parents to skip whole milk. A growing body of research is turning that idea on its head, making it time to rethink what "healthy" means for growing kids.
For decades, families have been...
LAKELAND, Fla. – A powerful spirit of purpose and remembrance came together at Fletcher Park on Lake Bonny on Saturday, where community leaders, coaches, and nonprofit partners gathered to dedicate the park’s newest Automated External Defibrillator (AED). The...
As concerns about childhood obesity and chronic disease reach crisis levels, public health experts are urging Americans to eat more fresh produce.
For the first time in history, more children worldwide are obese than underweight - a reversal driven largely...
Heart health is about more than just the heart itself. It's a two-way street between the heart and the rest of the body. However, many U.S. adults aren't aware of the connection between organs.
According to a survey conducted by...
By Kip Kirchberg:
October 28, 2025
Culpepper Cardiac Foundation has reached a significant milestone with the placement of its 78th Automated External Defibrillator (AED), installed at Chain of Lakes CrossFit in downtown Winter Haven. The installation was made possible through an...
By Kip Kirchberg
Riverview, FL – October 21, 2025 – Culpepper's Cardiac Foundation (CCF) marked a significant milestone this week by installing its 77th Automated External Defibrillator (AED) at St. Stephen Catholic School in Riverview, Florida. The placement, which took...
If your doctor has concerns about your cholesterol levels, you may be familiar with statins. This is a class of medications that can help reduce your body's cholesterol production, lowering your risk of heart attack or stroke.
However, up to...
Avon Park, FL – October 22, 2025 – The Culpepper's Cardiac Foundation (CCF) continues its lifesaving mission across Central Florida with the placement of its 76th automated external defibrillator (AED) at the Highlands County Moose Lodge #2494 in Avon...
From crossing time zones to adjusting to new surroundings, getting quality sleep while traveling can be a challenge. Whether traveling for business or leisure, between long flights and packed itineraries, travelers often struggle to get the rest they need...
Sharing a meal offers far more than a full stomach; the benefits of eating together extend well beyond the dinner table.
In the "2025 World Happiness Report," evidence shows that sharing meals has a substantial impact on an individual's well-being....
