Tip Sheets

Edition 5 - 2003 5/1/2003

New breakthrough in finger joint replacement surgery.
Being hailed as the first evolution in total joint replacement of the fingers, a new procedure is changing the lives of patients crippled with arthritis. Learn more about this new surgery being performed at the Florida Hospital Orthopaedic Institute and hear from one woman who says she will never be the same.

Actress Delta Burke Comes To Florida Hospital.
Delta Burke spent years entertaining people with her TV career, but behind the scenes she secretly battled depression. Hear more about her personal story on Friday, June 27 when the two-time Emmy Award-nominated actress comes to Florida Hospital.

Uninsured patients have a new option for after-hours care.
Florida Hospital's new after-hours clinic dispenses more than just band-aides and antibiotics, the clinic also assists uninsured patients with getting local, state and federal aid. Learn more about this important new option for the uninsured.

We're growing... again!
Florida Hospital Celebration Health recently got the "green light" to add 40 new beds to its campus, raising the total count to 100. Find out more about what this growth means to the Osceola County community and how these new beds will be used.

Do you know how to run?
Running is one of the most popular forms of exercise in the world. Unfortunately, millions of people get injured each year because they do not know the proper way to run or train for events. But now, Florida Hospital Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine trainers are teaching groups how to train in a healthy way. Find out why this group is offering health screenings and seminars to local Track Shack groups.

Is your babysitter a Safe Sitter?
Date night is much more enjoyable for parents when they know their child is in the trusted hands of a safe babysitter. Florida Hospital is now offering "Safe Sitter" babysitting classes for 11-13 year olds. Learn how this class teaches students the skills they need to be the safest sitter on the block!