http://www.panhandleparade.com/mbb/index.php Keeping our viewers in Northwest Florida fully informed... en hkretzer@wmbb.com Copyright 2009 2009-07-03T20:09:28+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 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/modern_medicine_brain_tumor_surgery/ Frequent headaches could signal a brain tumor. While brain tumors are very serious, there are treatment options. Frequent headaches could signal a brain tumor. While brain tumors are very serious, there are treatment options. 2009-05-14T22:00:31+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/free_autism_screening/ Having a child with autism can be a challenge. Children with autism have communication impairment and difficulty with social interaction and repetitive behavior. There are programs to help detect and treat this condition, including a free screening progr Having a child with autism can be a challenge. Children with autism have communication impairment and difficulty with social interaction and repetitive behavior. There are programs to help detect and treat this condition, including a free screening progr 2009-05-13T22:13:36+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/free_skin_cancer_screenings/ Gulf Coast Dermatology is offering free skin cancer screenings on Saturday, May 16th from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Gulf Coast Dermatology is offering free skin cancer screenings on Saturday, May 16th from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. 2009-05-11T18:29:12+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/modern_medicine_melanoma/ Thosuands of Americans will be diagnosed with melanoma this year alone. It's the deadliest form of skin cancer. It's especially common in young women. Thosuands of Americans will be diagnosed with melanoma this year alone. It's the deadliest form of skin cancer. It's especially common in young women. 2009-05-07T23:15:25+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/photodynamic_therapy/ Principles of plastic surgery are being used to treat acne and even cancer. Principles of plastic surgery are being used to treat acne and even cancer. 2009-05-06T21:53:51+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/swine_flu_update/ Florida's surgeon general is encouraging you not to fear swine flu. Florida's surgeon general is encouraging you not to fear swine flu. 2009-05-06T21:36:16+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/modern_medicine_fraxel_repair_laser/ Aging is a normal part of life, but most everyone would like to turn back the hands of time. A new technology available in Bay County is allowing patients to do just that. Aging is a normal part of life, but most everyone would like to turn back the hands of time. A new technology available in Bay County is allowing patients to do just that. 2009-04-30T23:14:48+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/lab_checking_suspected_swine_flu_cases_in_florida/ Florida's surgeon general says the state has referred three suspected cases of swine flu to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta for more Florida's surgeon general says the state has referred three suspected cases of swine flu to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta for more 2009-04-30T22:12:12+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/national_report_gives_florida_mixed_grades_on_air_quality/ Florida received mixed grades on the 10th annual American Lung Association State of the Air 2009 report, released today. Florida received mixed grades on the 10th annual American Lung Association State of the Air 2009 report, released today. 2009-04-29T21:38:50+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/floridas_swine_flu_concerns/ There have been no swine flu reports in Florida, but doctors all over the state are watching for patients who might be infected. There have been no swine flu reports in Florida, but doctors all over the state are watching for patients who might be infected. 2009-04-27T22:29:14+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/modern_medicine_sleep_study/ You may be one of the millions of Americans not getting adequate rest. If you are having trouble sleeping or never feel rested, your doctor will likely recommend a sleep study. You may be one of the millions of Americans not getting adequate rest. If you are having trouble sleeping or never feel rested, your doctor will likely recommend a sleep study. 2009-04-17T03:01:29+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/shine_program_to_continue_essential_service_for_elders/ Funds will maintain free information and counseling to Medicare beneficiaries Funds will maintain free information and counseling to Medicare beneficiaries 2009-04-15T15:01:30+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/american_cancer_society_fighting_for_a_cure/ The American Cancer Society is gearing up for Relay for Life Events across the Panhandle. The American Cancer Society is gearing up for Relay for Life Events across the Panhandle. 2009-04-10T22:17:33+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/modern_medicine_mohs_surgery/ A specialized surgery for skin cancer is more effective than traditional methods. A specialized surgery for skin cancer is more effective than traditional methods. 2009-04-09T22:16:44+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/modern_medicine_neonatal_intensive_care_unit/ Gulf Coast Medical Center's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit takes care of baby's who need specialized care. Gulf Coast Medical Center's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit takes care of baby's who need specialized care. 2009-04-02T04:34:00+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/deep_brain_stimulation_helps_parkinsons_patients_regain_freedom_of_motion/ Bay Medical is pleased to announce the success of a new surgical treatment for Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders. Bay Medical is pleased to announce the success of a new surgical treatment for Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders. 2009-04-01T23:07:00+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/modern_medicine_spine_surgery/ Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery is offered in Bay County. Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery is offered in Bay County. 2009-03-26T22:31:00+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/modern_medicine_infertility_treatments/ Couples struggling to have a baby can now seek treatment without traveling to a big city. Couples struggling to have a baby can now seek treatment without traveling to a big city. 2009-03-19T14:00:00+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/dangers_of_the_sun/ We live in the sunshine state, but too much exposure to the sun could be deadly. We live in the sunshine state, but too much exposure to the sun could be deadly. 2009-03-13T15:44:00+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/funding_cuts_could_impact_mental_health/ Funding cuts could impact mental health. Funding cuts could impact mental health. 2009-03-13T15:07:00+00:00 http://www.panhandleparade.com/index.php/mbb/article/special_medical_watch_halo_procedure/ A new procedure in our area can help treat a pre-cancerous condition of the esophagus. A new procedure in our area can help treat a pre-cancerous condition of the esophagus. 2009-03-12T23:02:00+00:00