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Summer is the time of year when days are best spent outside and being active. Regardless of the warmth all year around, Florida summer seems to bring the inner athlete out in all of us. The goal of a perfect beach body drives us to more outdoor physical activities such as jogging, biking, and playing team sports like tennis or …

By Svetlana Kogan, M.D. One of the most valued qualities in a doctor is an ability to listen to a patient’s story. Most of the answers to the riddle of an illness are hidden therein. The art of listening was taught to us, physicians, in medical schools, but real life has turned tables on our expectation of what it would …

By Lorna J. Fedelem, MD By now, most of us have heard the horrifying statistics that nearly 6 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, and that number is expected to triple by 2050. However, many people don’t realize that out of that staggering number, most of the individuals are women. To make it resonate even further, …

By Tom Everts PA-C, IFMCP As the 5th leading cause of death of persons 65 years and older, Alzheimer’s disease must be on the radar for preventative action. Last year, almost 6 million people were diagnosed with this disease, and it is estimated to triple by the year 2060. Despite these numbers, advancement in treatment has been underwhelming, to say …

By Chris Lombardo, Florida Family Law Attorney Most divorces involve the equitable distribution of assets between spouses. However, in cases where one spouse owned a professional practice, such as a medical practice, law firm, accounting firm, or other business, the division of this important asset can prove legally challenging and complicated. Multiple factors will ultimately determine the amount that each …

By Greg Pascucci Edith Agatstein, 90, has been exercising for as long as she can remember. In addition to participating in fitness classes at her active retirement community, she enjoys taking advantage of Southwest Florida’s idyllic weather by walking outdoors as much as possible. “It’s important to keep your body moving,” she explained. “Whenever I see a new fitness activity …

Courtesy of: Juan Ocanas, Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley IF YOU’RE INCLINED TO HELP OTHERS, CONSIDER THESE TAX-EFFICIENT WAYS TO MAKE YOUR GIVING GO FURTHER. Many of us prefer to combine our support for the causes and people we care about with a desire to save on taxes. Fortunately, there are strategies to help us accomplish both. Whether you want …

The 4th of July is a time to celebrate and enjoy our freedom. This year, people may be celebrating even more due to the ability to finally spend time with loved ones and friends. Being a large crowd for fireworks or an event can seem a bit overwhelming. How do you stay safe? If you haven’t been vaccinated, you should …

By Dr. Carolina Young Ortiz Both CJC and Ipamorelin are common peptides that are often combined in treatments to restore your overall health and aid with various conditions. Peptide treatments are minimally invasive and are administered via subcutaneous injection with a thin needle or through topical creams. CJC is a synthetic peptide that is compatible with the human body. This …

By Hoglund Family Hearing and Audiology Services Untreated Hearing Loss DRAMATICALLY Increases Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease. If you notice that you need the TV louder than other family members, or accuse people of MUMBLING, this could have much more significant implications than people realize! Hearing loss can have much larger consequences than just the frustration of misunderstanding friends and loved …