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PLATELET RICH PLASMA: A NOVEL HAIR LOSS THERAPY

Written by Dr. Paul M. Graham Platelet rich plasma (PRP) is a new and exciting treatment option for hair loss currently being offered by many dermatologists across the country. Patients that have failed a variety of treatment options for hair loss are now seeing incredible results with PRP therapy. Historically, hair transplants were the only definitive option available for near …

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Not All Knee Replacement Surgeries Are Equal

Dr. H. Kurtis Biggs – Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon Find out how you can get a customized implant for your best outcome When arthritis or injury causes knee pain that is uncontrolled by medication, injections, or physical therapy, knee replacement is the most logical means to restore your knee function and to provide you with substantial pain relief. Many people don’t …

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Preventing and Treating Strep Throat and Flu

By T.J. DePaola, PharmD December marks the beginning of peak flu season, which typically runs through February, and can even extend well into May. On the heels of a record-breaking flu season last year – where the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimated more than 900,000 people were hospitalized and more than 80,000 people died from flu – …

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Overindulging During the Holidays?

CycleStation Gets People Motivated to Work-it-Out! There’s no better way to get your adrenaline pumping than to amp the atmosphere up with LED lighting, energizing music and being surrounded by excited, stimulating people. Where can you get all of this while you’re working out? —At CycleStation in Ft Myers. CycleStation is an indoor cycling studio that not only offers the latest …

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Do You or Someone You Love Suffer With Arthritis?

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 47 million people in the US have some form of arthritis or chronic joint symptoms. There are over 100 different forms of arthritis. Arthritis and other rheumatic diseases are often mistakenly associated with old age, because osteoarthritis (the most common form of arthritis) occurs more often among elderly persons. However, …

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The Epidemic of Teenage Depression and Anxiety: What Teens Really Need

(Taken from Dr. Nickerson’s Holistic Mental Health Coach Training Program). Our society has an epidemic of teenagers experiencing depression and anxiety; ultimately leading to substance abuse in an effort to self-medicate. The symptoms for depression and anxiety in teenagers can vary. Some teens demonstrate their distress by withdrawing in isolation, having angry outbursts, stealing, defying the household rules, while other distressed …

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Are You Contemplating Your Senior Living Options? Community Care Options Is Here To Help

Whether it is for you or your loved one, making the decision to transition into an assisted living community, memory care facility or independent residential living community is intimidating. The choices can be overwhelming and how do you know that you’re making the right decision or choosing the best options for you or your family member? Is Senior Living Right For …

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Snoring & Sleep Apnea

By Dr. Gilbert We probably all know someone who snores. Who can forget the rumbling, tumbling, and even gasping sounds in the middle of the night?  While snoring certainly affects the sleep quality of one’s bed partner, it can also be very problematic for the snorer as well. Snoring is a sound that originates from vibrations of constricted soft tissues in …

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Alzheimer’s and the Overwhelmed Caregiver

November has two very important awareness months for seniors, one is Family Caregivers Month, and the other is Alzheimer’s Awareness. One of the greatest threats facing our population is the growing number of Alzheimer’s and dementia cases per year. In less than 30 years the number of people diagnosed with this neurodegenerative disease will have tripled. Currently, over 5 million Americans …

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It’s Healthy Skin Awareness Month – That’s one of our favorite topics at Root Causes

Our roots are in anti-aging aesthetics; so we know a thing or two about this topic. We’re excited to share some important information with you! Skin Structure and Function The skin is made up of several layers. The layer you see on the outside is essentially dead skin cells making their way off the surface and the cells below that …

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