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Macular degeneration is the leading cause of vision loss and blindness in aging adults. More than 10 million Americans have some form of Aging Macular Degeneration (AMD), and unfortunately, there is still no cure for the disease. The retina becomes damaged, and vision loss occurs as the cells of the macula begin to deteriorate. Although it is a very complex …

By Hoglund Family Hearing and Audiology Services – Do you hear unusual noise in your head? You are NOT alone! Between 25 and 50 million Ameri perceptible to other people. They look normal, but they are suffering. In some cases, their agony drives them to consider suicide. Tinnitus is frequently described as ringing in the ears. The sounds are described …

Hormonal changes during menopause can cause several adverse disorders to arise. From diminishing bone density, decreased muscle mass, hot flashes, to vulvovaginal atrophy, along with medications, there are natural ways to treat and prevent some of these issues. When women begin to experience menopause in the early stages, estrogen levels are decreasing, and once this happens, it affects metabolism; weight …

By Joseph Gauta, MD, FACOG Who doesn’t want to feel better and more confident about their sexual health? Many women try to hide their condition from their partner, or suffer in silence because they believe it’s “normal” for them. That couldn’t be further from the truth. Whether your pain is caused by endometriosis, pelvic conditions, vulvovaginal atrophy, hormonal dysfunction, or …

“Time is Brain” is a stoke phrase that explains the importance of receiving prompt care if you are experiencing stroke symptoms. When a patient comes to the hospital with stroke symptoms, it is crucial to make a proper diagnosis quickly in order to begin treatment. Immediate treatment can help avoid or minimize the effects of stroke. Physicians Regional Healthcare System’s …

Innovative radiation treatment reduces side effects, improves quality of life for cancer patients Advocate Radiation Oncology is bringing revolutionary treatment in the fight against cancer closer to home by establishing the first proton therapy center along Florida’s west coast. Advocate Radiation Oncology, in conjunction with its affiliate Southwest Florida Proton, selected IBA’s (Ion Beam Applications S.A., EURONEXT) Proteus®ONE compact proton …

It’s important for those of all ages to protect their vision. This is especially the case for aging adults. May is National Healthy Vision Month. Do you know the steps necessary to keep your eyesight in peak condition? If you have blurry vision, double vision, floaters, eye pain, headaches, trouble seeing up close or far away, you absolutely need to …

By Dr. Scott Walters Erectile dysfunction affects countless men and can occur as early as the 30’s or 40’s. In many cases, symptoms may start out sporadically, but over time, the progression makes ED unbearable for many men and their partners. Some causes of the disorder are vascular disease, which leads to narrowing of the arteries and decreases blood flow, …

Physicians Regional Healthcare System is giving people suffering from severe and symptomatic aortic stenosis hope with a newly offered procedure. The minimally invasive transcatheter aortic valve replacement, also known as TAVR, does not require opening up the chest for patients with aortic stenosis, the most common heart valve disease in adults. There is good news for people suffering from, severe …

By Krystal Smith, D.O. Our world has changed. We’re all aware of that now, and we feel we’ve somewhat mastered the art of avoidance, but it’s imperative not to put off your health screenings. Medical facilities adhere to rigorous protocols to keep everyone safe (patients and staff) with stringent guidelines. The Breast Center of Naples goes above and beyond these …