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Men are more likely than women to skip annual checkups and preventive screenings, but routine care is one of the best ways to detect health issues early and improve long-term health. This month's column outlines the screenings, vaccines and wellness habits men should prioritize at every stage of life, from their 20s through their senior years.

Highlands-Cashiers Hospital and Eckerd Living Center are focused on the future with recent growth initiatives, including the addition of orthopedic surgeon Dr. John Franklin Sloboda and plans to strengthen local healthcare services for years to come.

Many common household products — from medications and cleaning supplies to cosmetics and laundry pods — can pose serious poisoning risks to children if not stored properly. This month's column shares practical tips for poison-proofing your home and explains what to do in an emergency, including when to call Poison Control.

Summer is the perfect time to enjoy the outdoors, but it also brings increased risks from sun exposure, dehydration, heat-related illness, and water activities. This month's column shares practical tips to help you and your family stay safe while making the most of the season.

June is National Cancer Survivors Month, a time to celebrate the more than 18 million cancer survivors in the United States and recognize the advances in screening, treatment, prevention, and support that are helping more people live longer, healthier lives after a cancer diagnosis. While cancer remains a leading cause of death, early detection, healthy lifestyle choices, and continued medical innovation are improving outcomes and giving patients more reasons for hope than ever before.