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The summertime heat index can be unbearable at times and downright dangerous; this is particularly the case when we factor in high levels of humidity. Our bodies self-regulate heat by sweating and also through radiating heat back into the atmosphere. When we sweat, we perspire potassium and sodium. Both of these minerals help to control nerve function, water balance, and …

By Ulla-Undine Merritt (Dee) National Producer Number (NPN) 8853366 “DID YOU KNOW”? Well just the other day I received a call from a nice lady by the name of Eddi. She thanked me and told me that she had saved my article and that it was so helpful with guiding her through Medicare and their Employer Group coverage. So, I …

By Carmella Fernandez MD, MBA Do you have thumb pain with opening doors and jars? Have you noticed that your strength has diminished when you try to pinch or grasp objects? If any of these sound familiar to you then there is a possibility you may be experiencing the debilitating symptoms associated with thumb arthritis. The base of our thumb metacarpal …

By Jamie Kliewe, Owner, Licensed Therapist & Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is a medically-driven massage technique that was originally discovered and explored in the 1930’s by Drs. Emil and Estrid Vodder, for chronic sinusitis and other immune-related illnesses. Now, MLD is used in many other applications, including general detoxification, lymphedema management, post-operative healing, extreme stress …

Do your legs hurt? Do you have swelling or numbness and tingling in your legs or feet? Multiple health conditions can cause tingling sensations in the feet and legs, such as diabetes or MS, but often it is associated with varicose veins. One out of two people over the age of 50 have varicose veins, but that’s not to say …

By Christina M. Freise Pollitt, MS, CCC-SLP, CBIS, CDP – Speech-Language Pathologist Preparing for ‘back to school’ means much more than simply stocking up on colored pencils and spiral-bound notebooks. It is often  a time of new beginnings, new experiences, and for some parents, when they first realize something may be “wrong” with their child’s speech, language, reading or feeding …

A Natural Part of Aging It is often believed that sensory loss is a “natural part of aging.” As we age, our senses change. People often recognize that they are experiencing changes to senses like taste, vision, and hearing. They add a little more salt to their food, move the book a little closer, and turn the volume of the …

Dr. Katia Taba, Board-Certified Ophthalmologist and Retinal Specialist Dr. Taba, Retina Specialist from Personalized Retina Care of Naples, wants you to be mindful of protecting your eyes from the sun. She recommends the following guidelines provided by the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Ultraviolet (UV) light can harm your eyes1 Most of us remember to protect our skin by applying sunblock, …

We’re all facing new challenges, and new routines as we go back to work in the office, or outside of the home and kids are preparing to head back into the classroom. After months of being quarantined at home, what will happen to our pets who have become accustomed to us always being around? Will they go through separation anxiety? …

By Greg Pascucci Now more than ever, retirement living offers value and services that create a maintenance-free, fully-supported lifestyle. Additionally, prospective residents can feel secure knowing there is a committed team of professionals, dedicated to ensuring residents’ health, safety and well-being. “These are uncertain times; however, residents have peace of mind knowing they have an extended family here to provide …