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Obesity’s role in cardiovascular disease and…
Dr. Alexis Simpkins co-authored JAHA commentary analyzing a study linking body fat to cardiovascular disease and stroke risk.
Prolonged brain dysfunction in COVID-19 survivors
In The Conversation, Dr. Chris Robinson discusses COVID’s impact on the body after acute symptoms have resolved.
Latest on Parkinson’s treatment, research…
Dr. Michael Okun co-authored wide-ranging review of Parkinson’s disease.
Researchers In the spotlight
Toffler Scholar Spotlight: Adithya Gopinath
Learn about the research and experiences of Adithya Gopinath, who earned Toffler Scholar Research and Leadership awards in 2020.
Sleep saboteurs
In Ocala Style Magazine, Dr. Michael Jaffee discusses the importance of sleep on brain health and offers advice for better sleep.
Steve’s journey: From stroke to recovery
Learn how members of the UF Health Comprehensive Stroke Center team helped an Alachua County sheriff recover after suffering a stroke.
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Upcoming Events
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Apr 24
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Tyler’s Hope Fundraiser: Cajun Crawfish Boil
Northwest 50th Avenue, NW 50th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32606, USA
2:00pm to 9:00pm
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Sep 24
Patient Education Event
19th Annual Parkinson’s Virtual Symposium
April 10, 2021
Keynote speaker, Dr. Bryce Buchowicz, will be speaking on vision changes in Parkinson’s Disease (PD), followed by a discussion on current and upcoming therapies in PD by Dr. Leonardo Almeida. After the two main speakers, viewers have the option to join one of two tracks. Either the “Parkinson’s 101” track for people just learning the basics, or the “Experienced Track” for people who have lived with Parkinson’s for many years and are well-versed on the basics.
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