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By Colin E. Champ, MD, CSCS – Radiation Oncologist Being handed a cancer diagnosis can be devastating. It is the word no one wants to hear from their doctor, but it seems almost inevitable at times. In fact, cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States. If you are not the one who is in the …

Sick Building Syndrome and Mold Restoration By Julie S. Hurst- Nicoll, MBA, CMI, CMR – President, American Mold Experts Mold produces a byproduct as it grows and matures. That byproduct is called a mycotoxin. The US National Library of Medicine, National Institute of Health states, “Mycotoxins are secondary metabolites produced by mold.” As the name implies, it is a toxin. …

By Dr. Thomas Hofmann, PhD, LCSW, LMFT Why are people the way they are? How does understanding people help you personally and professionally? Having a deeper understanding about yourself – your behavior patterns and thoughts – gives you the ability to better understand others. Ultimately, it means being more self-aware. Reaching a higher level of self-awareness is a journey you …

A Common Concern for Men By Gunnar Bergqvist, MD Gynecomastia is a common condition which describes the development of breast tissue in men. Almost 95% of all men will have gynecomastia at some point in their life. The peak incidence is 12.7 years of age and also secondary peak, which starts developing after the age of 65. The most common …

By Florida Gulf Coast Ear, Nose & Throat What is an Otolaryngologist? Otolaryngology is the oldest medical specialty in the United States. Otolaryngologists are physicians trained in the medical and surgical management and treatment of patients with diseases and disorders of the ear, nose, throat (ENT), allergy, and related structures of the head and neck. They are commonly referred to …

Arthritis is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide, causing chronic pain, inflammation, and stiffness in the joints. While there are many medications available to treat arthritis, many people are turning to natural remedies such as CBD. CBD, or cannabidiol, is a compound found in the cannabis plant that has been shown to have many potential health benefits, including …

By Dr. Nashat Abualhaija, Ph.D., MSN, RN, Nursing Program Director at Hodges University When we need them, they are there. From that first breath to the last, they are there. Nurses are the professionals that patients interact with the most. Nurses provide the expert care that patients need and deserve, and that care extends to the patient’s family. As a …

Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Tracey Roth, has joined the Naples Cardiac & Endovascular Center (NCEC). Dr. Roth has been pivotal in advancing cardiology procedures in Southwest Florida. In 2017, he helped develop a Structural Heart Program that introduced the TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement) for aortic stenosis. Aortic Stenosis Stenosis means narrowing. Aortic stenosis is the narrowing of the aortic valve …

May is known as Better Hearing Month in the United States, and it is a time for people to raise awareness about the importance of hearing health. With hearing loss being one of the most common health issues affecting people around the world, this month serves as a reminder to take care of our ears and seek professional help if …

By Svetlana Kogan, M.D. No matter what your job or status in life is – a financial analyst, an attorney, a construction worker, a doctor, a retiree, or a stay-at-home parent, we have all experienced the 21st century pandemic of mental exhaustion and lack of energy. In 20 years of clinical experience I have seen different flavors of tiredness afflicting people. …