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By Amy Hilliard Research indicates that the aging process is different for men and women. Not only are the responses from the body different but so is the male/female psychology on getting older. According to a study, older men cited the following concerns about aging: Loss of Independence—The Boomer Project, a leading authority on insights about the 50+ market, revealed …

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 Blake W. Kirkpatrick – Ok, so you eat right, get a reasonable amount of sleep, maybe even exercise regularly, however,…does your business partner or key employee do the same?  Maybe it is you that falls short in the health category.  Either way, both scenarios point to critical reasons for having a good business succession plan if you own a …

By David Ebner – Staff Writer     Since 1990, there have been a plethora of medical breakthroughs. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States even though death rates for heart disease have dropped by more than 35 percent since 1990. With the progress of cancer …

By Julian J. Javier, MD – Cardiac and Vascular Specialist Varicose veins are a very common condition in the United States and effect as many as 50 percent of adults. For many men and women, varicose veins and spider veins (these are the smaller and more common variation of varicose veins) makes them feel less attractive, and are a cosmetic …

Michael J. Petrocelli, D.P.M., F.A.C.A.S., C.W.S.P. People with diabetes can develop many different foot problems. Even ordinary problems can get worse and lead to serious complications. Foot problems most often happen when there is nerve damage, also called neuropathy. This can cause tingling, pain (burning or stinging), or weakness in the foot. It can also cause loss of feeling in …

By Matt Fehniger, PT Outpatient Coordinator, Life Care Center of Estero Losses occur at every stage of life, particularly in later years. As we age, we must cope with a variety of setbacks including physical, social and emotional setbacks, which may affect our ability to function independently, jeopardizing our freedom by relying on others for our needs. The extent to …

By Joseph Kandel, M.D. As we head into National Arthritis Awareness month, I thought this would be the perfect time to review the disorder, how it is evaluated, and what professionals and you can do to improve your condition! First, arthritis is inflammation in the joint. This leads to stiffness, soreness, swelling, restriction of range of motion of the joint, …

According to NAMI (National Institute of Mental Illness) one in 10 Americans experience depression at some point in their lives yet only about 20 percent seek professional medical help—even though the condition is completely treatable. “May is National Mental Health Month,” says Jamie Seneca, Community Outreach Director for Nurse On Call. “Why not take this month to reflect on your …

By Scott Burgess, David Lawrence Center President and CEO Mental Health America started Mental Health Month nearly 70 years ago to raise awareness about mental health conditions and the importance of good mental health for everyone. This year’s theme is “Life with a Mental Illness” which is a call to action to share what life with a mental illness feels …