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Desmond Schatz, M.D., medical director of the UF Diabetes Center of Excellence, has been elected president of the American Diabetes Association

At 16, Lexi is the youngest patient in the U.S. to receive the SynCardia heart and its accompanying Freedom Driver case.

A quick spray on the tongue with an oral spray containing a compound that naturally occurs in the body could be all it takes to curb appetite and spark weight loss.

American Academy of Pediatrics Conference Highlights Record Attendance In October, we had record participation in the national AAP conference in Orlando. More than 20 UF medical students, 15 house officers and   20 faculty members attended. Congratulations Dr. Bucciarelli – Recipient of the Clifford G. Grulee Award We are very…

At the 17th Annual Holiday Traditions: A Musical Celebration concert Sunday, audience members are guaranteed to hear more than just jingle bells.

The concept is simple: Admission to any of the multi-band shows is free with a new, unwrapped toy.

While technology has enhanced education and communication in unfathomable ways, it has also evolved to serve as a battleground for bullying.

A Sanford teenager and UF Health Shands Hospital patient is in the process of receiving a portable battery pack for her temporary and completely artificial heart.

It used to be that the most important behavioral risk factor for teenagers and young adults was drinking while driving. More recently, texting while driving has emerged as the leading cause of accidents and death among teenagers and young.

The Medikids joined UF diabetes researcher Dr. Desmond Schatz in a recent segment on WCJB-TV20 to send a super message about diabetes awareness and promote healthy eating habits.