Michael N. Newton MD

Our offices will be closed Tuesday August 29th and Wednesday August 30th due to Hurricane Idalia. Should you need any medication refills or need to reschedule your appointments, please contact our office before 5pm today. We will be calling all patients scheduled to reschedule for next week. We hope you and your families stay safe!

July is UV awareness month As many of us know, the overexposure to UV rays from the sun during the summer months can cause severe skin and eye injuries, including sunburn, skin cancer, cataracts, macular degeneration, and growths on our eyes - including cancer. In the continental U.S., the hours between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. are the most hazardous for UV exposure and are at their greatest intensity during the late spring and early summer. To reduce your risks, it's important to wear broad spectrum sunscreen to protect against UVA, & UVB rays. UVA rays pe*****te deep into the layers of the skin and lead to premature signs of aging, which include fine lines and wrinkles. UVB rays are the primary cause of sunburn, thickening of the skin, and several types of skin cancers - including melanoma. Make sure to look for 100% UV protection sunblock that blocks both UVA and UVB rays. Protect your eyes with sunglasses and a hat when outside. Never look directly at the sun. Stay safe this summer and enjoy your time outside. Just remember to stay hydrated, properly cover yourself in sunscreen and limit your time in the sun.

Happy Nurses Week!! We are so happy to celebrate the wonderful nurses of the world. Especially our nurse practitioner, Denise Carulli. She’s the best in the field! Thank you to all the nurses for your hard work and dedication.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. While we treat lungs and sleep, we always want to be advocates for any health issue. Breast cancer claims 43000 lives a year and effects 265000 people per year. This includes men! Be proactive and check yourself regularly. Let’s do our part to help prevent and kick cancers butt! Our love to all those who have/are/had been effected by this horrible disease.

Due to Hurricane Ian, we will be closed Wednesday 9/28-Friday 9/30 at noon. We hope everyone stays safe and healthy through this time.

May is National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month. Over 25 million Americans suffer from Asthma. While there is no cure for asthma, it can be managed with proper medication and treatments. Asthma is more common in women than men. In 2018, asthma accounted for 178,530 discharges from hospital inpatient care and
1.6 million emergency department visits. Do you suffer from Asthma? If so, please come see our office to see what we can do to help you! Make an appointment request on our website: www.michaelnewtonmd.com

Happy National Doctors Day to our favorite doctor, Michael Newton!

POWER DOWN in our office today for the next two hours minimum. We apologize for any inconvenience

Happy New Year!! We hope that 2022 is your best year yet. As we enter the new year, many people will begin with resolutions. Most resolutions tend to lead towards health such as, quitting smoking or weight loss. As many begin their new lifestyles, we want to be able to assist! Quitting smoking can be difficult but rewarding. Not only for your health but also your wallet. When you stop smoking, your brain and body have to get use to not having ni****ne. Some uncomfortable symptoms include anxiety, difficulties with sleep, unable to concentrate and occasional mood swings. This is called withdrawal. Overtime, these will begin to fade, as long as your refrain from smoking. Things that can help with reducing symptoms or cravings include: taking walks, going to the gym, chewing gum, spending time with friends, or speaking with your physician about medications to assist. We highly recommend checking out www.tobaccofreeflorida.com to gain additional information on how to quit smoking. If you'd like assistance with medications or additional information, feel free to contact our office.

Our new team photo including our wonderful front desk coordinator, Talon (far right)

November is National COPD Awareness Month and today is World COPD Day. At 2pm today (all local times), take a deep breath-an action many of us take for granted but something many people with COPD struggle to do.

Fun lung facts: 1. Lungs are the only organs that can float on water 2. You lose 0.59 ounces of water per hour due to exhalation. But you lose four times that amount during exercise. Which is why drinking water is so important. 3. You breath in and out about 22,000 times a day!

Have you recently gotten over CoVID-19 but still experiencing symptoms? Many patients are experiencing long term effects from their Covid-19 diagnosis. These symptoms include headaches, brain fog, chest discomfort, dyspnea (shortness of breath), fatigue, and more. We specialize in helping to treat this. Visit our website to read more or schedule a consultation with Dr. Michael Newton and his team.

Sleep patterns are vital for consistent, quality sleep! Setting a time each night to go to bed will get your body used to falling asleep at a specific time and can help you stay asleep at night.

Can't sleep? Your insomnia may be triggered by the food and substances you are consuming, such as alcohol, caffeine, ni****ne, and eating heavy meals close to bedtime.

Whether patients are dealing with asthma, COPD, or a sleeping disorder, Michael N. Newton MD and his experienced team are here to help. Head on over to our website to learn about the team and see what we can do!
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Lung cancer is one of the most common cancers in the world. It usually develops due to smoking, but even being around pollution or secondhand smoke can cause lung cancer. Call Michael N. Newton MD and learn how you can keep your lungs clear and healthy!

If you've been diagnosed with asthma, it's essential to know your triggers. Talk with the team at Michael N. Newton MD about the things you should be avoiding to prevent asthma flare-ups!

Michael N. Newton MD has over 20 years of experience in pulmonary and sleep medicine. He uses advanced technology, education, and expertise to diagnose and treat his patients; get started with him here!

While snoring is a sign of sleep apnea, you can still have the issue without snoring. Many people don't think of snoring as a sign of something potentially serious, but it could mean that you have sleep apnea, and this could affect other parts of your life as well.

Lung cancer is a scary condition that affects millions of Americans. Michael N. Newton MD offers comprehensive and compassionate lung cancer services to help patients live a long life. Learn more:
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Restless legs syndrome can sometimes be caused by iron deficiency or neuropathy! For RLS treatment, set up an evaluation with Michael N. Newton MD! We'll find the source of your symptoms and provide a plan to improve them.

COVID-19 vaccines are effective at protecting you from getting sick. Based on what we know, people who have been fully vaccinated can start to do some things that they had stopped doing because of the pandemic. The more people who get fully vaccinated, the more things we will be able to do again. Learn more on the CDC website:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/fully-vaccinated.html

Check out Michael N. Newton MD's blog to learn four effective treatments for interstitial lung disease:
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CPAP therapy is a great way for those with sleep apnea to get a better night's sleep free of breathing irregularities and snoring. CPAP machines keep your airways open to ensure that enough air reaches the lungs while you are sleeping! There are a variety of machines available, talk to us today to get started. http://www.michaelnewtonmd.com/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=smades

Although there is no cure for COPD, there are steps you can take to manage symptoms. Quit smoking and do your best to avoid secondhand smoke, visit our office frequently for treatment, and simplify your daily activities to ensure you aren't overworking your lungs.

Trouble sleeping can cause severe problems in a patient's day to day life. Fortunately, Michael N. Newton MD can help patients get a full night's sleep so they can live life to the fullest! Learn more:
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Michael N. Newton MD would like to wish everyone a happy Fourth of July! Have a great day celebrating with friends and family.

Restless leg syndrome often flares up while you're trying to sleep, making for long nights of tossing and turning. Take back your sleep with the help of Michael N. Newton MD! Learn how we can help on our website:
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Michael N. Newton MD offers in-house pulmonary function testing, home sleep studies, and respiratory testing. Learn more here:
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Michael N. Newton MD offers effective lung cancer screenings for our patients. If you are a frequent smoker or are typically around secondhand smoke, make an appointment with our office for a screening: http://www.michaelnewtonmd.com/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=smades

Sleep apnea can be mild or severe, but regardless it results in frequent tiredness. To determine the best course of treatment for sleep apnea, Michael N. Newton MD may suggest an at-home sleep study. Learn more here:
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Respironics PAP Machine Recall

On April 26, 2021, Philips provided an important update regarding proactive efforts to address identified issues with a component in certain products of our Sleep & Respiratory Care portfolio.

At that time, out of an abundance of caution and based on available information, Philips advised of potential health risks related to sound abatement foam used in specific Philips Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP), BiLevel Positive Airway Pressure (BiLevel PAP) devices, and Mechanical Ventilators.

The company also indicated that analysis of potential health risks was ongoing, and that further information would be provided when available. As a result of extensive ongoing review following this announcement, on June 14, 2021, the company issued a recall notification (U.S. only) / field safety notice (International Markets) for specific affected devices.

The recall notification (U.S. only) / field safety notice (International Markets) informs customers and users of potential impacts on patient health and clinical use related to this issue, as well as instructions on actions to be taken. Additionally, the notification provides details of our robust and comprehensive repair and replacement program, to correct this issue as efficiently and thoroughly as possible.

You will need to register your device on the site below to begin the review process with Respironics.

https://www.usa.philips.com/healthcare/e/sleep/communications/src-update

After you register your device, please call our office or go to our website to schedule an appointment with Dr. Newton or Denise Carulli APRN to discuss the recall of your PAP device.

**THIS ONLY APPLIES TO RESPIRONICS DEVICES**

Breathing is a great, natural way to treat asthma! Deep breathing opens the passageways of the lungs, allowing one to breathe easier. Check out this article by Healthline outlining six breathing exercises used to treat asthma!

6 Breathing Exercises for Severe Asthma Learn about six breathing exercises to help you control your asthma so you can breathe easier.