Sarasota Edition

Good sleep patterns, nutrition, and regular exercise can help older adults age gracefully. However, according to a recent study, another factor that correlates with healthy aging is having a life filled with meaningful activities. The survey of 7,304 participants found a link between meaningful activities and preventive health factors. For instance, individuals who ranked their life activities as more worthwhile were …

There are countless ongoing peer-reviewed studies on the medical outcomes of utilizing Cannabis as a drug therapy in patients that have cancer, multiple sclerosis, HIV/AIDS, cognitive damage, rheumatoid arthritis, PTSD, epilepsy, ALS, Crohn’s, Parkinson’s, Lupus, and many other disorders. CBD oil is also a viable alternative for many patients wanting the healing properties of cannabis and its potent antiviral and anti-inflammatory …

According to the CDC, last year, Florida was one of the states with the highest records of influenza outbreaks, causing unprecedented amounts of hospitalizations and deaths. This year, we’re uncertain of how threatening the flu season may prove to be, but we do know that the flu will affect all ages. Taking precautions is essential. Young children, individuals with weakened …

By Jordan Hopkins, MD, FACaC Heart attack and stroke are on the rise amongst women. All too often women overlook the potential warning signs and symptoms that plague them. One common reason is that women’s symptoms are frequently confused with other disorders, and women’s warning signs for heart and vascular disease can be quite different than those for men. As a …

By Rick Weirzbicki, Administrative Director of Cardiovascular Services For people with certain heart conditions, open-heart surgery was once the only recourse. Today, advances in surgical techniques and tiny medical devices allow doctors to use minimally invasive procedures to help patients with life-threatening heart problems. At Venice Regional Bayfront Health hospital, the heart team uses minimally invasive surgical techniques to implant …

As a retiree, these are the days that you have been waiting for. You have likely envisioned fun-filled days enjoying your favorite pastimes during your well-deserved retirement. Now that you have the time to do the things you were once too busy for there is also time to explore how to stretch those hard-earned dollars set aside for retirement. Don’t …

Years ago doctors chalked it up to “melancholy,” but nearly 15 million people in the United States are affected by depression. Persistent Depressive Disorder or PDD is a chronic type of depression (chronic depression) that usually last for more than a year and can be difficult to treat successfully. Traditional Medications Fail Countless Patients The standard treatment options for PDD …

The evolution of cancer treatment over the last 40 years has resulted in better outcomes for patients; today more people are living with cancer than ever before. Cancer is an illness unlike any other. Many people mistakenly believe that cancer refers to one disease that occurs in many different parts of the body, but, in reality, cancer is not just …

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 …

Are you looking for some new fitness motivation? Try exercising your brain first — and practice ways to “trick” yourself into being more active. With the New Year and corresponding resolutions upon us, Dr. Mayrene Hernandez, chief medical officer for UnitedHealthcare Florida, chimes in with some fun and engaging tips to help you get started and keep going. Tricky business Ready …