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By Nasser Razack, MD, JD Alzheimer’s has a devastating effect that many people take for granted. Let’s discuss nine ways to prevent the disease and promote better brain health. 1. Engage in brisk walking for at least 30 minutes five times a week. This can reduce Alzheimer’s disease risk by 33%. Vigorous aerobic exercise performed three times weekly for at …

For those who struggle with Treatment-Resistant Depression (TRD), depressive disorders, PTSD, or clinical anxiety, ketamine therapy is a rapid and robust modality having antidepressant effects. Standard treatments for these mental health disorders do not always work, and not only do they take a long time for patients to feel its effects (up to 2 months), but they also do not …

By Pastor Timothy L. Neptune The Apostle Peter was a bold man. He stepped up when others stepped back. He was often the first to speak in a group setting. Because of his faith, he was able to walk on water. And, like most risk takers, he experienced his share of failures. Faith involves risk. Failure is a possibility. But …

By Dr. Amy Fox Every June, the country celebrates National Cancer Survivor Month. During this month, the first Sunday in June is National Cancer Survivor Day. There are approximately 16.9 million cancer survivors in the United States. According to the National Cancer Institute, someone is considered a cancer survivor from the time of diagnosis through the rest of their life. …

If you’re a heart patient, older than 50, or overweight, you might need to take special precautions in the heat, according to Gerald Fletcher, M.D., professor of medicine at the Mayo Clinic, in Jacksonville, Florida. Check with your healthcare professional before starting an exercise routine if you are experiencing symptoms or have a specific medical question or chronic disease. Certain …

If hair removal for summer is high on your to-do list, Velo Med Spa has the newest technology waiting for you. Our laser hair removal technology can be safely used on most areas of the body that have unwanted hair, including bikini area, legs, arms, chest, back, shoulders, stomach, neck, chin, and sideburns. Diolaze XL™ is the upgraded, second-generation laser …

Summer travel can be stressful enough without worrying about sudden health scares. Unfortunately, that long car ride or flight can raise your risk of blood clots, ruining your vacation, or worse… The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) estimates that as many as 900,000 Americans are affected by blood clots each year, and upwards of 100,000 people die as …

By Dr. Lori DeBlasi Skin cancer can develop anywhere on the body, including the ankles and feet. Most skin cancers are painless. Often, there is a history of recurrent cracking, bleeding, or ulceration. On the parts of the body that receive the most sun exposure, the ultraviolet radiotion from the sun is the primary cause of skin cancer. Chronic, long-term …

By Dr. Francis Ikeokwu Not all healthcare careers lead to patient care. If you have a passion for numbers, hospitals and other medical facilities need controllers, auditors and senior accounting directors to oversee the financial side. These positions require the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation and a master’s degree. Why do these organizations want a CPA? It’s a widely-recognized and …

Charlie and Roberta Marshall moved to The Terraces at Bonita Springs in February 2021. As Charlie says, “We moved to The Terraces before anything happened. It’s better to move one day early than one day late.” They chose the community for a variety of reasons. “Most of my adult life was working with seniors,” says Charlie. As a tax and …