Collier Edition

By Bruce Rosenblatt Senior Housing Expert.  Owner, Senior Housing Solutions. The other day, I received a call from a daughter of a client.  She was in tears and shared with me the issues she is dealing with overseeing her mom’s care.  As she explained, she is now responsible to oversee her dad’s day to day care while her two brothers …

“You have breast cancer.” These words are about the scariest things a woman will ever hear. Worries of survival and overall health flood the mind, and removal of the cancer takes front and center importance. The emotional impact lingers with the cosmetic scars caused from surgery, and serve as a daily reminder of the disease. This can affect many aspects …

By Reuben Doupé and Dale Klaus It is commonly believed that parents of children with special needs have a higher rate of divorce then the general public.  This premise sounds believable, due to the extra stress that having a special needs child would place upon a couple.  Whether or not this premise is accurate, and there are statistical studies to support …

Many people are suffering from aches and pains in their joints and muscles this month.  Why so many?  Well, after the physically challenging month in September from Hurricane Irma, the wear and tear on our bodies are increasing pain and making muscles stiff and sore.  And for those that suffer from arthritis, or other musculoskeletal issues, their discomfort is intensified. …

When you’re flipping through a magazine or watching your favorite show, you will inevitably see a lot of beautifully white smiles.  Marketing pros and celebrities alike understand how a white, bright smile can totally transform the appearance. Perhaps you’ve caught yourself even saying, “How do they have such beautiful teeth?” Many times it’s simply because they’ve had their teeth professionally whitened.  …

By Toni Eatros, MS, Dipl Ac, AP As our community rebuilds from the devastating effects of Hurricane Irma, I want to take a moment to discuss your adrenal health.  Unless you live in a bubble, the stress of preparing for, the stress of the possibility of losing your home or business or life, and the stress of cleaning up and rebuilding …

By Amy Hilliard Each October, Eat Better, Eat Together Month is observed across the country, highlighting the many benefits of eating well and enjoying a shared dining experience. At The Carlisle Naples, under the leadership of Executive Chef Marlon Perez, residents can savor the flavors of fresh, healthy food choices year-round as well as share in the spirit of camaraderie …

By Michelle Haessler, M.D., Board Certified Radiation Oncologist As an oncologist, I have treated breast cancer patients from as young as 15 years of age to patients in their nineties. Breast cancer can affect anyone but is more common in women in their 50’s and older. Yes, I have treated men with breast cancer but it only accounts for about …

This Fall, your practitioners at Life Care Center of Estero would like to share a special month with you! National Physical Therapy Month is celebrated each October. The goal of the month long celebration is to raise awareness of the important role that physical therapists and physical therapy assistants play in helping people decrease pain, improve mobility, and engage in …

Q: I had a sling for bladder control problems, six months ago, but I still have urinary leakage. What can I do? A: Although technical or healing issues can play a role, other factors may have been involved with your leakage in the first place. A careful history and examination as well as computerized urodynamic tests and cystoscopy will help …