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By Dr. John P. Landi, MD, FACS, RPVI, RPhS, Diplomate of The American Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine Varicose and Spider Veins affect millions of people throughout the world. Over the last ten years the treatment of both Varicose and Spider Veins has changed drastically. Initially, the only available treatment for Varicose Veins was a radical surgical procedure called …

By David Ebner – Staff Writer    Each year, the American Lung Association releases the State of the Air Report, accounting for the air quality of major counties in the United States. It’s probably not news that metropolitan areas throughout the state received varying results in air quality. It may be surprising that not a single Florida city made the …

By Joseph Kandel, M.D. What is a Migraine? This is a severe type of headache, often accompanied with warnings such as visual sensations, flashes of lights, numbness or tingling, nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to noise and too light. They can often last between four hours and 72 hours, and frequently involves one side of the head or the other. When …

Today, health-conscious men and women are taking charge of their health. They know that early diagnosis could save their lives. And now, using NDIC’s state-of-the-art technology and board-certified physicians, they can be screened for some of the most prevalent and deadly diseases, without a doctor’s order. What is a Screening Test? The purpose of screening tests is to detect disease …

By Leandro Perez Segura, MD, FACC, FSCAI, RPVI Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) occurs when a blood clot (thrombus) forms in one or more of the deep veins in your body, most commonly in your legs. Deep vein thrombosis is a serious condition because blood clots in your veins can break loose, travel through your bloodstream and lodge in your lungs, …

By Debra K. Brinker, RN Pain indicates tissue damage. It is the body’s way to tell the brain that there is a problem that needs addressing. Sometimes these have a well-known cause, such as a sports trauma or whiplash injury. Others are more mysterious and linger long enough to become chronic, lasting months or years, and keeping patients chasing the …

By Joseph Gauta, MD, FACOG Thanks to modern technology and treatment options, you don’t have to let loss of bladder control interfere with your life any longer. With proper treatment you will no longer spend time planning the fastest route to the nearest restroom in hopes of avoiding an accident. Not only can incontinence sabotage your daily activities, it can …

By Jana K. Sabo Coordinator/Equity Officer – Florida SouthWestern State College One of the most effective ways to prevent a sexual assault from occurring is to be an effective bystander.  Most people have heard of the Bystander Effect (or Bystander Apathy) which is the theory that the likelihood of someone intervening to offer assistance to a victim greatly decreases when …

By Steven A. Meckstroth, MD – Gastroenterology Specialists The gut is the gateway to health. If your gut is healthy, chances are that you’re in good health. However, there’s a condition called leaky gut that can lead to a host of health problems. What is a leaky gut? The gut is naturally permeable to very small molecules in order to …

Naples, Bonita Springs and Estero Homes  – According to industry experts, there are over 33 physical problems that will come under scrutiny during a home inspection when your home is for sale. A new report has been prepared which identifies the eleven most common of these problems, and what you should know about them before you list your home for …