http://www.panhandleparade.com/mbb/index.php Keeping our viewers in Northwest Florida fully informed... en sgunter@wmbb.com Copyright 2009 2009-11-21T04:38:27+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/modern_medicine_new_mammography_guidelines_cause_controversy/ The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force released a study Monday recommending that healthy women not begin mammograms until age 50 and only every two years. This varies from the information previously recommended. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force released a study Monday recommending that healthy women not begin mammograms until age 50 and only every two years. This varies from the information previously recommended. 2009-11-19T17:49:51+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/modern_medicine_retinopathy/ Many of us take our eyesight for granted, but a condition as common as diabetes can cause blindness. Many of us take our eyesight for granted, but a condition as common as diabetes can cause blindness. 2009-11-16T17:55:36+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/modern_medicine_nicu/ Sometimes babies arrive prematurely, but the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Gulf Coast Medical Center helps these babies survive. Sometimes babies arrive prematurely, but the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Gulf Coast Medical Center helps these babies survive. 2009-11-12T20:26:50+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/modern_medicine_pancreatic_cancer/ November is pancreatic cancer awareness month. It's one of the deadliest forms of cancer. November is pancreatic cancer awareness month. It's one of the deadliest forms of cancer. 2009-11-06T17:58:19+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/modern_medicine_breast_cancer/ More and more women are surviving breast cancer. That's partly because of early detection. More and more women are surviving breast cancer. That's partly because of early detection. 2009-10-22T16:42:28+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/modern_medicine_mammosite/ A diagnosis of breast cancer can be devastating, but new treatment options are helping women return to their normal lifestyles sooner. A diagnosis of breast cancer can be devastating, but new treatment options are helping women return to their normal lifestyles sooner. 2009-10-15T16:56:28+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/modern_medicine_proton_therapy/ Cancer survival rates are increasing, thanks to continued research and advanced treatment options. Cancer survival rates are increasing, thanks to continued research and advanced treatment options. 2009-10-08T20:37:55+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/modern_medicine_pulmonary_function_test/ State of the art equipment is available in our area to test for respiratory problems. State of the art equipment is available in our area to test for respiratory problems. 2009-10-01T14:25:42+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/modern_medicine_beating_heart_surgery/ Open Heart Surgery can be a lifesaving procedure, but it can also be risky, especially for the elderly. Beating Heart Surgery can reduce the risk for these patients. Open Heart Surgery can be a lifesaving procedure, but it can also be risky, especially for the elderly. Beating Heart Surgery can reduce the risk for these patients. 2009-09-29T14:36:17+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/modern_medicine_psoriasis/ Find out about a clinical trial for a drug used to treat psoriasis. Find out about a clinical trial for a drug used to treat psoriasis. 2009-08-28T15:44:33+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/modern_medicine_zumba/ Find out about the latest fitness craze! Find out about the latest fitness craze! 2009-08-21T03:04:41+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/modern_medicine_asthma_screening/ New technology makes asthma screening easy for children. New technology makes asthma screening easy for children. 2009-08-14T02:55:41+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/modern_medicine_autism_education_center/ The exact cause of autism is not known. It's a developmental disorder that can affect communication and socialization. The exact cause of autism is not known. It's a developmental disorder that can affect communication and socialization. 2009-08-06T23:20:59+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/recognizing_addiction/ Substance abuse can affect everyone, and it's important to recognize the signs of addiction. Substance abuse can affect everyone, and it's important to recognize the signs of addiction. 2009-07-31T22:13:55+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/modern_medicine_advanced_cataract_surgery/ New technologies are giving Panhandle surgeons the vision to improve your sight with improved safety and accuracy. New technologies are giving Panhandle surgeons the vision to improve your sight with improved safety and accuracy. 2009-07-29T22:30:30+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/11_confirmed_cases_of_swine_flu_in_bay/ It's an unusual time of year to see flu, but the H1N1 or swine flu is continuing to spread. It's an unusual time of year to see flu, but the H1N1 or swine flu is continuing to spread. 2009-07-29T21:41:46+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/modern_medicine_kidney_stone_treatment/ You may be surprised to learn that living in the Sunshine State puts you at an increased risk of developing kidney stones. You may be surprised to learn that living in the Sunshine State puts you at an increased risk of developing kidney stones. 2009-07-23T22:08:50+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/money_matters_saving_on_medical_care/ Most of us are trying to save money in this tough economy, and the cost of medical care can put a real strain on your family. There are things you can do to lower the cost. Most of us are trying to save money in this tough economy, and the cost of medical care can put a real strain on your family. There are things you can do to lower the cost. 2009-07-15T16:46:06+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/american_cancer_society_grand_opening/ If you or someone you love is battling cancer, there are resources in our area to help. If you or someone you love is battling cancer, there are resources in our area to help. 2009-07-14T16:43:32+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/exercising_with_video_games/ When you combine exercise and video games, it can be a winning combination. When you combine exercise and video games, it can be a winning combination. 2009-07-10T23:30:54+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/modern_medicine_high_dose_rate_radiotherapy/ A diagnosis of cancer can be devastating, but new technology and treatment plans are increasing survival rates. A diagnosis of cancer can be devastating, but new technology and treatment plans are increasing survival rates. 2009-07-09T22:59:18+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/choosing_the_right_spf/ A fun 4th of July weekend can be ruined by a bad sunburn. Doctors say it's important to always use sunscreen to protect your skin from cancer. You'll want to pay close attention to the sunscreen's SPF. A fun 4th of July weekend can be ruined by a bad sunburn. Doctors say it's important to always use sunscreen to protect your skin from cancer. You'll want to pay close attention to the sunscreen's SPF. 2009-07-01T23:29:41+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/modern_medicine_osteoporosis/ Aging is often associated with bone loss. Millions of Americans are affected by a disease known as osteoporosis. Aging is often associated with bone loss. Millions of Americans are affected by a disease known as osteoporosis. 2009-06-26T03:44:33+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/modern_medicine_atrial_fibrillation/ Heart rhythm abnormalities can be deadly. Heart rhythm abnormalities can be deadly. 2009-06-18T22:37:40+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/swine_flu_death/ Florida health officials have confirmed the state's first swine flu death. Florida health officials have confirmed the state's first swine flu death. 2009-06-16T19:53:05+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/modern_medicine_accupuncture/ When surgery and pills don't work to relieve pain, some people choose other methods of pain relief such as acupuncture. When surgery and pills don't work to relieve pain, some people choose other methods of pain relief such as acupuncture. 2009-06-11T14:33:43+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/modern_medicine_cardiac_ablation/ Shortness of breath, a racing heart, or heart palpatations could signal a problem. These are symptoms of heart rhythm abnormalities. Shortness of breath, a racing heart, or heart palpatations could signal a problem. These are symptoms of heart rhythm abnormalities. 2009-06-05T02:30:49+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/florida_kidcare_gets_easier_to_use/ More Florida children will soon have easier access to state-subsidized health insurance. More Florida children will soon have easier access to state-subsidized health insurance. 2009-06-02T19:20:04+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/drug_cards_save_citizens_more_than_1.15_million/ Bay County's drug discount cards, sponsored by the Bay County Commission, have saved residents $1,158,268 Bay County's drug discount cards, sponsored by the Bay County Commission, have saved residents $1,158,268 2009-05-20T15:38:03+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/voice_recognition_technology/ Technology is changing the way we live, making communication easier than ever before. It's also changing the medical community. Technology is changing the way we live, making communication easier than ever before. It's also changing the medical community. 2009-05-15T22:04:42+00:00