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Health & Wellness

NEW PEDIATRIC E.R. OPEN HOUSE AT ADVENTHEALTH WATERMAN ON DEC. 10

11/23/2019

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Emergency healthcare for kids just got better in Lake County.  AdventHealth Waterman is celebrating the grand opening of the new pediatric Emergency Room (ER) with an open house on December 10.  Patients will begin being admitted this Friday.  The opening marks the completion of the second phase of a 111,000-square-foot, $85 million expansion at the Tavares hospital.  
 
This construction project doubled the footprint of the emergency department and grew capacity from 35 to 58 beds, making it the largest ER facility in Lake County.  It will be open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.  
 
In addition to adding an eight-bed pediatric ER designed to be child-friendly and scare-free. This phase of the expansion also improved privacy and patient flow within the ER and added a 12-bed area for minor care for adults, such as treating lacerations, broken bones or flu symptoms. Patients in this area will receive rapid treatment, including physician evaluations and test results, and will be discharged to the comfort of their own home.
 
The community is invited to join AdventHealth Waterman for a celebration of this milestone with the whole family on December 10 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.  Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the medical team and tour the new pediatric emergency department. In addition, family activities during the celebration will include free photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, ornament crafts, a live nativity scene, and more.
 
AdventHealth Waterman currently sees 67,000 patients each year in the ER, including 11,800 pediatric patients. Before this new unit was built, the closest pediatric ERs were in Ocala, Orlando and Gainesville.
 
Last May, Phase I was completed with the construction of the new four-story patient tower dedicated to emergency care, women’s services, pediatrics, inpatient rehabilitation and future growth.  
 
That first phase grew AdventHealth Waterman from 269 beds to 287 beds and added 38 new ER beds. With the completion of Phase II now, the hospital is opening an additional 20 ER beds which includes the new eight-bed pediatric ER.
The second floor of the patient tower is home to the 24-bed Center for Women and Children and includes gynecology, labor and delivery, postpartum care and inpatient pediatrics.
 
The third floor is still under construction and will soon bring a brand-new healthcare service to the Lake County community: a 12-bed inpatient rehabilitation unit that opens to patients on Dec. 13.

​The fourth floor is shelled for future growth. The patient tower was constructed to support an additional future expansion and could one day add two more floors, bringing the tower up to six floors.
 
This project is the largest investment in a healthcare facility in Lake County’s history since AdventHealth Waterman’s Tavares campus was completed more than 15 years ago.
 
AdventHealth Waterman is located at 1000 Waterman Way in Tavares.  To learn more, visit WatermanPedsER.com. Community members can RSVP for the December 10 celebration by calling 352-253-3634.

​For more news and events in Mount Dora, Tavares & Eustis, this month, click here.  Discover the area's online entertainment calendar here. Also download the area's free mobile app.  ​​
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TOP 5 HEALTHIEST SEASONAL FOODS

11/6/2019

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Holiday parties are right around the corner.  Along with all the fun comes the temptation of all the holiday dishes.  Keep your body feeling refreshed and energized this holiday season by including these five healthy fall foods into your meals:
Pumpkin
There’s so much more to pumpkin than pies and lattes.  Pumpkin is considered a low-calorie vegetable that is high in antioxidants, so try creating a savory soup or casserole.
Sweet Potato
Full of fiber and nutrients, sweet potato chips are a healthier alternative to potato chips. Just simply cut the sweet potatoes in thin slices, drizzle olive oil and salt and pop them in the oven at 300 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes until they are crispy.
Apple
Apples during the fall season can be commonly seen wrapped in caramel and drizzled with chocolate, but they are also the perfect fruit to incorporate into breakfast. Apple cinnamon oatmeal is a wholesome dish baked at 325 degrees for 35-45 minutes. This minimal ingredient meal is a great source of fiber and vitamins
Pomegranate
Rich in antioxidants, pomegranates have anti-inflammatory properties and can help reduce the risk of cardiovascular complications, such as a heart attack or cardiac arrest. This season try creating a pomegranate juice by  cutting the cutting the crown off to obtain the seeds, place the seeds in a clean bowl, place your seeds in a blender, pulse the seeds gently so the seeds can release juice, chill and enjoy!
Plum
​This seasonal nutrient-rich fruit is delicious as a healthy snack or incorporated into a Fall salad. This season try creating a fall salad with sliced plums on top. This is not only a nutritious meal, but it is refreshing too.
All of these seasonal, healthy foods can be discovered at local grocery stores and farmers’ markets.
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“Fall is a great time for foods rich in vitamin A, vitamin C, fiber and minerals! A good rule of thumb is the more colorful, the more nutrients.” said Victoria Gerace RD, LDN at AdventHealth Waterman in Tavares.

For more news and events in Mount Dora, Tavares & Eustis, this month, click here.  Discover the area's online entertainment calendar here. Also download the area's free mobile app.  ​​
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PINK OUT 5K IN TAVARES AIDS FIGHT AGAINST BREAST CANCER ON OCT. 17

10/1/2019

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​Throngs of pink runners and walkers will hit the streets in downtown Tavares on Oct. 17 during AdventHealth Waterman's sixth annual Pink Out™ 5K Walk/Run. 
 
The proceeds from this festive event will support AdventHealth Waterman Foundation’s cancer care funds for breast cancer awareness, education and screening.  Before the race, a party atmosphere fills the air in the lakefront Wooton Park located at 100 E. Ruby Street.  Runners' check in is at 4:30 and the race begins at 6 p.m.  Registration is $30 per person and can be done here.
 
Throughout October, the AdventHealth facilities in Flagler, Lake and Volusia counties will host an array of events to celebrate women’s health and help fight breast cancer. Events range from Zumba classes to women’s health expos, as well as luncheons and 5K races. In addition, AdventHealth will perform 3D mammograms for $30 during October. 

​​​​For more news and events in Mount Dora, Tavares & Eustis, this month, click here.  Discover the area's online entertainment calendar here. Also download the area's free mobile app.  ​
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BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH KICKS OFF WITH EXPO IN TAVARES ON SEPT. 26

9/13/2019

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Expect to see a lot of pink in Lake County again during October, the annual Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  AdventHealth Waterman will kick it off on September 26 with a free women’s health expo and Pinking Ceremony inside the hospital’s atrium.  
 
The free community event will feature health education and resources and several pinked-out community partners with goodies.
 
Attendees are encouraged to donate a new bra for the Haven of Lake and Sumter Counties women’s shelter. Each donated bra will be an entry for a grand prize drawing.
 
The expo will be from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at AdventHealth Waterman Atrium located at 1000 Waterman Way in Tavares.
 
Throughout October, AdventHealth facilities will host an array of events to celebrate women’s health and help fight breast cancer. Events range from Zumba classes to women’s health expos, as well as luncheons and 5K races.  In addition, AdventHealth will perform 3D mammograms for $30 during October.
 
To learn more or to RSVP, visit www.AdventHealthWatermanPink.com.

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TOP 10 WALKING TRAILS IN LAKE COUNTY

8/28/2019

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ABOVE: Palm Island Boardwalk, Mount Dora (Mount Dora Buzz photo)
​The kids are back in school and now you can take some time back for yourself in the great outdoors. Here’s the top ten walking trails in Lake County to take in some nature and exercise.   Who knows, you may enjoy them so much, you bring the kids on your next visits.

Hidden Waters Preserve, Eustis
Arguably some of the best trails in Lake County, this preserve offers various well-marked paths with small rolling hills, a hidden flowing creek, a large pond and plenty of gopher tortoises, water birds and butterflies.   The blue markings  keep you on the Lake Alfred Trail, which loops the lake and the red markings are for the Ravine Trail.   Open 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.  Located at 2010 Abrams Road in Eustis. 
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TOP 5 SMOOTHIE SPOTS IN LAKE COUNTY

7/1/2019

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In search of something cool and refreshing to curb the sweltering summer heat?    Smoothies are always a go-to beverage this time of year, but not all are created equal.   Far from it. Here’s the top five smoothie spots in Lake County with a big selection of smoothies to keep you cool and healthy.

​1) Health Basket
This health food store offers customers the option of creating their own smoothie, selecting one of the eight organic smoothies full of fresh fruits and vegetables, or selecting one of the four different performance smoothies that can assist with energy and post-work out recovery.  The price of their small smoothie is $4.67.
Located at 18040 US-441 in Mount Dora.

2) Living Green Health Foods
This healthy eatery has dreamed up seven different smoothie options and customers can add various boosters and protein powders to cater to their diet or liking. The price of their small smoothie is $6.95.
Located at 353 Plaza Drive in Eustis.

3) Planet Smoothie
A popular smoothie franchise, features a category of smoothies called “Planet Light”  with 20 options all under 300 calories. All are sweetened with Leanleaf, an all-natural ingredient that contains no sugar.  A small “light” smoothie is $4.19, making it the most affordable of the options on the list.
Located at 15439-B  US-441 in Eustis.

4) The Green Apple Health Foods
Organic is key at this health food store.  It sells 10 different smoothie options made with fresh and organic produce. Customers have the choice of adding wheat grass, energizer, protein and mega-boosters that help with gut health by reducing inflammation and adding probiotics.  The price of their small smoothie is $5.95.
Located at 175 S. Rolling Acres Road in Lady Lake.

5) The Life Center Café
The café gives customers the choice between selecting a protein or fruit smoothie. All smoothies feature natural ingredients and organic fruits and vegetables. A small protein smoothie is $6.50, and a small fruit smoothie is $5.95.
Located at 1705 E. Hwy 50 in Clermont.

“When looking for a healthy smoothie, try finding one with vegetables and whole fruit while trying to avoid added sugars or fruit juices,” said Candace Aurigemma, RD, LDN at AdventHealth Waterman in Tavares.  “And if possible add a protein source like peanut butter, whey, hemp, or a pea protein supplement to keep you full longer.”

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LOCAL "SAFE SITTER" CLASS TEACHES IMPORTANT SKILLS TO MIDDLE SCHOOLERS

6/1/2019

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In an effort to improve child safety, AdventHealth Waterman is again offering a Safe Sitter® Class to prepare students in sixth to  eighth grades important skills when supervising younger siblings alone or babysitting.

The instructor-led class uses fun, role-playing exercises to teach skills related to child care, safety, first aid, and general business practices. Students will practice diapering and learn tips to manage behavior that will help them stay in control of themselves and the children in their care. They will also learn to prevent unsafe situations and how to react when faced with dangers such as power failures or weather emergencies. The young sitters will also learn how to respond to injuries and illnesses, as well as choking rescue and CPR.

The class will also provide the students basic business skills focusing on how to responsibly screen jobs, discuss fees, and greet employers to set students up for success.

The class is offered June 26 or 27 from 8:30 a.m.to- 4 p.m.at AdventHealth Waterman, 1000 Waterman Way, Mattison Conference Room, Tavares.  The class fee is $50 and includes a student handbook. Students should bring lunch. Space is limited and preregistration is required. Call 352-253-3391.

Sign up for the free Mount Dora Buzz' monthly updates here.  For more news and events in Mount Dora, Tavares & Eustis, visit the area's website and download the area's free mobile app.  ​​​
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ADVENTHEALTH OPENS NEW PATIENT TOWER AND E.R.

5/1/2019

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AdventHealth Waterman is celebrating the grand opening of its new four-story tower which completes phase one of its 111,000-square-foot, $74 million expansion.  The new patient tower opens May 1 and is dedicated to expanded emergency care, women’s services, pediatrics and future growth.

The opening of the new tower increases AdventHealth Waterman from 269 beds to 287.  The first floor houses the hospital’s new emergency department. The original ER space will soon undergo renovations as part of phase two of the construction project. 

The second floor is a dedicated 24-bed women and children’s unit that includes includes gynecology, labor and delivery, post-partum care and inpatient pediatrics.

The third floor will soon be home to a brand-new healthcare service for the Lake County community that AdventHealth Waterman plans to announce at the grand opening. The fourth floor will be shelled for future growth since the structure supports a future expansion that  could add two more floors, bringing the tower up to a total of six floors. Planning for future expansion is critical since the population of Lake County has grown by nearly 50 percent since 2000 and it’s expected to grow by another 12 percent over the next four years, according to 2010 US Census data.

When phase two is completed in November, the construction project will add a pediatric ER and increase the size of the emergency department, growing from 35 to 58 beds. This expansion project will also improve privacy and patient flow in the ER and add advanced technology for caring for children, seniors and heart attack patients, according to an AdventHealth press release.

The newly completed phase, located at 1000 Waterman Way in Tavares, was designed by Gresham, Smith and Partners of Jacksonville. Construction was completed by Robins & Morton of Orlando.

Based in Altamonte Springs, AdventHealth is a connected system of care with more than 80,000 team members. AdventHealth is one of the nation’s largest faith-based health care systems with nearly 50 hospitals and hundreds of care sites in more than ten states.

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TOP 5  LOCAL ORGANIC BLUEBERRY FARMS

4/17/2019

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Blueberry season has officially arrived and picking organic blueberries with family and friends in Lake County is a great way to stock up on the healthy superfood while enjoying the great outdoors.  

Organic berries typically cost more per pound, but do not contain any pesticides which have been linked to cancer, reproductive and developmental health hazards, and neurological problems.

“Blueberries are a good source of fiber and polyphenols, both of which have been shown to reduce the risk of chronic diseases caused by oxidative stress” said Victoria Gerace, Dietitian Intern at AdventHealth Waterman in Tavares. ”In addition, ½ cup of blueberries contains 1/3 of the recommended daily vitamin C.”
Here’s the list of the top 5 best places to pick organic, pesticide-free blueberries.

​1.   Blueberry Bayou Farms-Yalaha, FL- 8222A County Road 48, Yalaha, FL 34797. Blueberry Bayou Farms is an organic farm located in Central Florida. The picking season is from now through the end of April or early May. The farm can also overnight blueberries to customer’s homes.  Phone: (352)-324-4069. 

2.   Blueberry Hill Farm-Clermont, FL- 5000 Berry Groves Rd, Clermont, FL 34714. Blueberry Hill Farm offers 10 acres of USDA Certified Organic blueberries. Customers can  sample the blueberries ahead of time to make sure they are completely satisfied. Pick is availble every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  Phone: (863)-944-1401.

3.    Grandda’s Garden- Sorrento, FL- 32307 Oak Bluff Drive, Sorrento, FL. Grandda’s Garden family farm is home to fresh and organic produce including ready-to-pick blueberries. They are open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Phone: (903)-975-1049.

4.   Heather Oaks Farm- Lady Lake, FL- 4240 Christmas Lane, Lady Lake, FL 32519. Heather Oaks is an independently owned farm. Phone: (352)-753-1184.

5.   King Grove Organic Farms- Eustis, FL. – 19714 County Road 44A, Eustis, FL 32736. King Grove is an independently- and family-owned, organic farm. They are open every weekend through May 26, 2019.  Buckets and picking bags are supplied by the farm. Phone: (352)-589-2469.
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LOCAL CLASS EDUCATES DIABETICS ON SELF-MANAGEMENT

3/18/2019

 
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The presence of diabetes in Lake County has been growing every year since 2002, and currently affects more than 13% of the community, which is higher than the state average.

Diabetes education plays an important role in helping patients with the disease improve their health and avoid potential complications.  If unmanaged, diabetes can cause harmful complications such as heart disease, kidney disease, vision loss or stoke. Many of these complications are preventable with early diagnosis and self -management, according to the American Diabetes Association.

“Education is the most important tool we can utilize to help our community address this disease," said Candace Huber, AdventHealth Waterman director of mission development.  "With proper nutrition, medication, exercise and monitoring, patients can maintain optimal wellness and achieve a higher quality of life despite this disease.”

One in three U.S. adults have prediabetes, where blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough to be classified as diabetes. With early self-management, the progression from pre-diabetes to diabetes can be delayed or prevented.

Anyone with pre-diabetes or diabetes is encouraged to join AdventHealth Waterman for a five-session Diabetes Self-Management course.  Classes are taught by a certified diabetes educator and professional health educator to teach understanding of diabetes, carbohydrate management, blood glucose monitoring, as well as meal and exercise planning.  The course also covers managing and preventing complications and information on how making lifestyle changes can improve overall health.

The courses are every Monday from 10 a.m. to noon or 5-7 p.m., from April 1 to April 29 in the Conry Creation Health Center at AdventHealth Waterman, 1000 Waterman Way, Tavares.  Tuition is $45 for this five-session course, including all materials. For more information or to register, visit www.ConryCreationHealth.com  

For more news and events in Mount Dora, Tavares & Eustis, visit the area's website and download its free mobile app.  Free subscriptions to Mount Dora Buzz' monthly updates are available here.   ​​
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