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Turning Agony Into Action: One Man’s Quest To Cure Facial Pain

As a corporate executive, Michael Pasternak was leading a retreat for 55 employees when, suddenly, he felt a jolt of searing pain stretching from his ear to…

Debunking Five Common Myths About Parkinson’s Disease

Parkinson’s disease is a common neurodegenerative condition, second only to Alzheimer's disease in its prevalence. According to the Parkinson’s Foundation,…

A Lifesaving Last-Minute Decision: Rob’s Stroke Story

Sometimes, a last-minute change of plans can make all the difference. Even save a life. One Saturday morning in late September 2024, Ted Melrose had just…

Seconds That Matter: How the Mobile Stroke Treatment Unit Saved Lara’s Life

First things first: Wake up and open all the blinds. This was Lara Mehta’s morning routine. However, on one particular morning in August 2024, it felt…

ÍøºìºÚÁÏ Mobile Stroke Program provides faster stroke care to rural counties

February 4, 2025

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — With stroke, every minute counts to prevent death or limit severe disability. Now, new data show that ÍøºìºÚÁÏ’s approach of sending a…

Keeping Her Head Held High: Yali’s Journey Defeating Dystonia

Two years ago, Yali used a walker as she inched toward her school’s entrance. Her neck, twisted and folded forward, hunched her over in “the shape of the…

Dr. Kenneth Heilman, a founder in the field of behavioral neurology, dies at 86

July 17, 2024

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Kenneth M. Heilman, M.D., a founder of the field of behavioral neurology who impacted generations of young neurologists worldwide and…

Seven ÍøºìºÚÁÏ specialties among nation’s best in new U.S. News hospital rankings

July 16, 2024

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Seven University of Florida ÍøºìºÚÁÏ Shands Hospital medical specialties are ranked among the best in the nation, once again marking UF…

ÍøºìºÚÁÏ welcomes Team USA medical personnel to talk about concussion and TBI

May 16, 2024

GAINESVILLE — As Team USA competes against the world in Paris this summer, it’s unlikely any broadcaster will discuss how well athletes sleep. It might be a…

Parkinson’s Awareness Month: Expert Shares ÍøºìºÚÁÏ’s Approach to Care, New Advances

April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, a time dedicated to shedding light on this complex neurological condition that affects millions of lives worldwide. UF…