The Health 4Cast Series | The Power of Prevention: How Men Can Take Charge of Their Health

Many men are known for showing up for everyone else, but when it comes to their own health, too many wait until something feels wrong before seeking care.…

Colon Cancer Prevention & Awareness

Colorectal cancer, commonly known as colon cancer, is the third most common cancer diagnosed in both men and women each year in the United States.

FAQs about Colorectal Cancer

Colorectal cancer, sometimes called colon cancer, is the second most common cause of cancer death in the U.S. and one of the few easily preventable cancers.

Colon Cancer Screenings Can’t Wait

In general, people tend to avoid getting routine colonoscopies because they “feel fine” or “have no family history of colon cancer.” Yet the best way to treat…

Living Well in 2020

There are many preventive measures that people can take to help ensure optimal health and wellness.

Building Healthy Communities in Your Backyard

August 1, 2018

The number of UF Health family medicine practices in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia will have grown from 18 offices in 2011 to more than 30 by the end…

Deadly cancers require an aggressive approach

Patients being treated at the UF Health Cancer Center for esophageal and pancreatic cancer receive coordinated, compassionate care from specialists in…

UF Health Jacksonville surgeons tackle deadly cancers

February 2, 2017

Aggressive cancers require an aggressive approach. Esophageal and pancreatic cancer can be deadly if not detected early and treated properly. Ziad Awad, MD,…