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Nearly 5.2 million Americans have dementia, and that number is expected to triple by 2050. Experts estimate that a dementia diagnosis will affect close to 15 million people by mid-century. Forgetfulness, agitation, and frustration, social withdraw, and difficulty with daily tasks, are all symptoms of Dementia. Alzheimer’s is the most progressive form of dementia. Communication within the brain is severely …

Do you know that 3 million Americans are suffering from a dangerous eye disorder that can rob them of their sight and nearly 1.5 million of them DO NOT EVEN KNOW THEY HAVE IT? Glaucoma is referred as a “sneaky sight stealer” because, unfortunately, there are minimal symptoms associated with the disease and the miniscule indicators can cause up to 40% …

Moving Concerns Whether you’re moving out of state or making a move within Florida, there are opportunities to change your plan or to enroll in a new plan if necessary. SEP or Special Enrollment Period allows you to change your policy outside of the OEP (Open Enrollment Period). Typically, you have 60 days to change your plan if you move. …

By Joseph G. Magnant, MD, FACS, RPVI Modern air travel can be challenging for any number of reasons – long lines, cramped seats, and poor customer service to name a few. At Vein Specialists, many of our patients have difficulty with air travel for other reasons as well. They may have trouble sitting for prolonged periods due to the development of …

By Christopher M. Cole, L.Ped Each day, a great deal of pressure is placed on your feet. The average person walks between 7,500 to 10,000 steps per day, and the force placed on your feet with every step is two to three times your body weight. Your feet have more than 100 muscles, ligaments and tendons, 26 bones and 33 joints. …

The health of the heart and vascular system are affected by many things like, stress, substance abuse and genetics, but the main offenders of heart disorders are being overweight, poor dietary habits, having high blood sugar levels and living a sedentary lifestyle. Too Much Sugar High blood sugar and cardiovascular disease have more in common than most people are aware. …

When your child, you, or a loved one has a fever, sprains an ankle, gets an ear infection or overheated, it can be quite scary, and the emergency room is not a place that most of us want to sit around waiting, or paying the hefty price tag that goes hand in hand with their expensive bills. There is another option. …

Weight loss isn’t a quick jaunt; it’s often a very long journey with many turns, twists, and bumps in the road. At this time of year, our New Year’s resolutions probably include weight loss goals, and working out. But what’s the best way to get there? Over the years, most people have lost a few pounds, only to regain them rather …

By Steven J. Gibbs, Esq. Understandably, most people don’t view end-of-life medical treatment as a particularly pleasant topic to consider. After all, choices about end-of-life care are some of life’s most sobering decisions. But there are some very important reasons to think about these subjects in advance. When you’re calm, in good health, and not under the stress of an emergency …

At the Orthopedic Center of Florida (OCF), their team of skilled orthopedic specialists strive to meet all of your orthopedic, pain management, podiatry, and rehabilitation needs. They are committed to providing the latest evidence-based, patient-centered care in orthopedic and sports medicine services. At Orthopedic Center of Florida, you will find an array of orthopedic services such as Digital X-Rays, Diagnostic …