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By Lisa Gonzalez, APRN-BC Formerly referred to as “adult-onset diabetes mellitus,” Type 2 Diabetes has long been associated with high blood sugar, insulin resistance, and a deficiency in insulin production. Traditionally, this condition primarily affected adults over the age of 45. However, with the alarming rise in childhood obesity in the United States, Type 2 diabetes has become increasingly prevalent …

Did you know that 37 million adults have kidney disease and the majority of people do not know they have it? One out of 3 three people are at risk for kidney disease. The kidneys are our primary source of detoxification. These two small organs clean the blood and filter waste products and toxins from the body through the urine. …

By Ulla-Undine Merritt (Dee) National Producer Number (NPN) 8853366 MARKETPLACE – Obama Care/Affordable Care Act – open enrollment IT’S NOT TO LATE. December 16th to January 16th will have February 1st, 2024, effective. The website is HealthCare.gov, your local insurance agent can help you through the maze. The government also changes each year how much you can earn to receive …

Part 2 By Svetlana Kogan, M.D. In the last few months, these articles dived deeper into the topic of how human body functions on many levels including electrochemical, neuro-hormonal, and energetic. An impeccable functioning of these pathways is fundamental for a normal healing process. When any level is disrupted due to either a lack of building blocks or a stagnation …

By Alik Minikhanov, AP, DOM Medications aren’t the only way to treat arthritis anymore. Dr. Alik can relieve arthritis pain with his expertise and signature Acu-Healing treatments he has perfected over the last 30 years. What is arthritis? “Arthritis isn’t a single disease; the term refers to joint pain or joint disease, and there are more than 100 types of …

By Angela Puchalla, MS, ATC, LAT As we age, we are constantly fighting an uphill battle of pain and physical limitations. When our body starts to break down, we are unable to perform the activities that we want and the mental burden becomes as great as the physical one. Many patients bounce from doctor to doctor without ever getting to …

Spring is just around the corner! Sadly, it’s also time to start thinking about how you will fit all those big, time-consumingspring cleaning jobs into your life. Consider trying out MaidPro’s 49-Point Checklist for your recurring cleaning services (after you have purged and organized) and let them handle the tougher jobs listed below. Purge and organize small storage areas (closets, …

By Lisa Gonzalez, APRN-BC In recent years, the quest for effective weight loss solutions and cholesterol management has gained significant attention due to their impact on overall health and well-being. One emerging player in this arena is the class of drugs known as semaglutides. These drugs, initially developed to treat type 2 diabetes, have shown remarkable potential in aiding weight …

Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) poses a growing threat to the aging population, casting shadows on the clarity of vision and altering the landscape of countless lives. This degenerative eye condition, affecting the macula – the central part of the retina responsible for sharp, detailed vision – demands our attention and understanding as we explore its intricacies and potential avenues for …

Seconds count, especially during a heart attack. The risk of damage to the heart increases as time passes without treatment. Naples area residents can now find around-the-clock treatment for heart attacks at two Physicians Regional Health System hospitals. Physicians Regional – Pine Ridge opened the Heart Center in July 2020 which allows patients to receive a full range of cardiology …