Panama City has 27 miles of lovely beaches to swim or paddle board! Andrews State Recreation, just south of the city, is known for its beautiful beaches. The beaches are so remarkable related to the white sand, memorable turquoise water and diverse wildlife. Folks also come to visit for the tee time!

A mention, the Panama City community noted mental health and healthy lifestyle counseling as top priorities for which access to care needs to be improved. Fortunately, telehealth in Panama City is able to address mental health and counseling needs.

Speaking of mental health and a healthy lifestyle, did you know exposure to natural sunlight and physical activity are some of the best medicine available – and it’s free?

The Cons:

Florida is home to many insects, including mosquitos, spiders and scorpions. Fortunately insect bites are common complaints which are easily handled via telehealth!

The Saharan dust blowing over Florida in the summer months has caused a lot of new or recurrent allergies and sinusitis in individuals. Fortunately allergies, upper respiratory tract infections, and sinusitis are common complaints which are also easily handled via telehealth!

Regarding Health and Wellness

Many things nowadays, especially with the assistance of smart technology can be addressed safely, effectively, and conveniently via telehealth or virtual care. For example, many individuals now have automatic blood pressure cuffs, smart watches which monitor the heart rate and even the rhythm, pulse oximetry, blood sugars monitors, and more in their home. These self assessment resources aid the individual, and also help to facilitate the remote health care experience you have with your online doctor or provider. 

However, when health really isn’t going as planned, and individuals need hands-on acute or specialty care which cannot be provided via telemedicine, I like to recommend reputable and reliable resources in the community.

Some Activities I Personally Suggest:

• Diving, snorkeling or deep sea fishing
• A trolley ride to the historic St. Andrews district
• A journey through Florida Caverns State Park
• Tour Pier Park
• Visit Shipwreck Island Park
• Catamaran cruise
• A swim at Cypress Springs