In the four years we've been doing Ocala Style Health, we've never once put the spotlight on mental health issues. Until now.

We have toys in Tyler's closet that he got two Christmases ago that have never been taken out of the box.

Mental illness and substance abuse are formidable foes that can wreck lives throughout a community. But the following stories prove that with professional intervention, hope can be found again and lives can be recovered.

An Ocala surgeon finds an unlikely hobby - one that puts his hands at risk, but gives him great satisfaction.

Ocala cardiologist Dr. Srisha Rao is so passionate about people becoming heart healthy that she's willing to risk going out of business to achieve her goal.

Does the mere thought of biking down Baseline Road incite a cold sweat?