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Food Donations for Children in Need

Watson Clinic is partnering with KidsPACK and Helping Hand Nursing Services on a food donation drive aimed at feeding local children. KidsPACK donation boxes will be placed at the following locations until Sunday, November 16. Watson Clinic patients are encouraged to donate 15 oz. pull top cans of Chef Boyardee pasta of any kind . Watson Clinic Bartow Building A 2250 Osprey Blvd., Suite 100 Bartow, FL 33830 Watson Clinic Highlands 2300 E. County Road 540A Lakeland, FL 33813 Watson Clinic Main 16...

Watson Clinic Wins Big at Annual Awards Ceremony

Watson Clinic collected multiple awards during the 2026 Best of Central Florida Community's Choice Awards ceremony held at the RP Funding Center on Thursday, September 24. This popular annual ceremony recognizes the top businesses and services across our community as voted on by The Ledger's readership. Watson Clinic won the top prize in a number of categories, including: * Best Allergy Clinic * Best Cosmetic/Plastic Surgery Center * Best Dermatology Clinic * Best Foot Care Clinic * Best P ediat...

Scenes from the Clinic - October 2026

Annual Breast Cancer Event Inspires and Informs Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital and the Watson Clinic Foundation were proud sponsors of the Breast Cancer Foundation of Central Florida's BCFCF 9th Annual Pink Ribbon Gala, which was held at Bonnet Springs Park in Lakeland on Friday, October 3. This inspirational fundraising event was designed around the festive theme of 007 - License to Heal. Watson Clinic Women's Center Breast Surgeon and Medical Director of Breast Health...

Is it pneumonia?

A cough that won't quit. Chills that come out of nowhere. With symptoms like these, it's tempting to assume you've just got the common cold. But sometimes, it's something more serious—like pneumonia. Pneumonia is also a common infection, but it can turn dangerous fast. What is pneumonia? Pneumonia is a lung infection that can make it harder to breathe. How mild or severe it gets depends on your age, your health and the cause of the infection—bacteria, virus or fungi. Worldwide, pneum...

What to know about OTC medicines for allergies

If you have seasonal allergies, you'll be relieved to know that you can feel better with the right care. Along with avoiding allergy triggers, your doctor may suggest taking over-the-counter OTC allergy medicines to help manage symptoms such as sneezing; sniffling; and itchy, watery eyes. Be sure to always read the labels of OTC medicines before taking them, and let your doctor know if you have questions or concerns. Common OTC options include: Corticosteroid nasal sprays. They reduce nasal infl...