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Diabetes is a very prevalent metabolic disorder effecting over 30 million Americans and over 380 million people world-wide. It is a condition that causes high glucose (sugar) levels in the blood effecting many systems in the body which can lead to multiple health problems. It can occur in any one, at any age. As this condition progresses, physical limitations can …

By Greg Pascucci More than 3 million cases of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are diagnosed each year. November is COPD Awareness Month, and the internationally recognized observance is designed to rally, inform and enhance exposure around COPD. For those with COPD, airflow is restricted into and out of the lungs and they often experience shortness of breath when performing …

Courtesy of Personalized Retina Care of Naples Dr. Katia Taba with Personalized Retina Care of Naples wants patients to understand the critical importance of seeing a retina specialists if you have any retinal conditions or symptoms. In the case of retinal artery occlusions, she endorses the following publication from the American Academy of Ophthalmology: A retinal artery occlusion (RAO) is a …

By Anne Marie Tremaine, MD November is National Healthy Skin Month and although there are a number of potential topics to cover, this piece was motivated by the common question my patients ask; what “cream” should I use? However, the question they should really be asking is, what ingredient to use? The answer, and focus for healthy skin month, is …

DOH-Collier is encouraging Floridians to use Tobacco Free Florida’s free tools and services to make a plan to quit smoking for the American Cancer Society’s 44th annual Great American Smokeout on Thursday, November 21. Tobacco Free Florida aims to educate Floridians on the various free quit resources available in the state and support them through the process – on the …

By Dr. Carolina Young Erectile Dysfunction (ED) is deeply related to vascular health. Many men that begin to experience ED have little idea that they need to treat the arteriosclerosis in the penis as well as in their body. Most standard medical practitioners will start a man on the “little blue pill,” but this only masks the symptoms of ED …

There’s no doubt you’ve heard about the CBD craze that’s sweeping the nation. Well, Vintage Joye Organics has been offering CBD skincare to give your skin the antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and brightening rescue it needs for a few years already. For the face and body, these products are superior due to the well-studied scientific and masterfully combined ingredients. They even offer …

November is National Diabetes Month, and while most health and wellness focus is on the statistics, symptoms and treatment, it’s essential to also emphasize proper footwear. High blood sugar or glucose damages many organs in the body but also has a severely adverse effect on nerves. This nerve damage happens because the small blood vessels, which supply blood and nutrients …

By Russell Becker, DO, Vascular Surgeon Individuals with peripheral vascular disease (PVD) have blood flow disruptions usually in the feet and legs, but it can also occur in the brain, arms, heart and pelvic region. When the blood vessels are narrowed or damaged, the blood flow becomes obstructed, and other complications can coincide. Pelvic Venous Insufficiency (PVI) Various forms of …

Pneumatic Compression Pump Treatment is an innovative treatment that has helped numerous individuals that struggle with lymphatic fluid retention, venous insufficiency, and also non healing wounds, which are traditionally caused by the neuropathy associated with diabetes. Lymphedema Lymphedema is a build-up of lymphatic fluid throughout the body, and it is usually a secondary issue that arises after cancer treatment or …