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(14) And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we beheld His glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth. – John 1:14 Rick Atkinson, in his excellent book, The Day of Battle: The War in Sicily and Italy, 1943-1944, tells the story of the shelling of Anzio.  After one …

By midlife more than fifty percent of the population experiences significant episodes of low back or lumbar pain. Oftentimes, chronic low back pain leads patients to surgery of the lumbar spine. Unfortunately, ten to forty percent of the lumbosacral spine surgeries done for disabling pain culminate with recurrent or persistent pain. The numbers are so overwhelming that this condition has …

By Juan Teodoro, D.M.D. – Dentists refer to a dental cleaning appointment as a “dental prophylaxis”.  The main purpose of this visit is prevention of dental disease and patient education. This is likely the most important and valuable dental visit a patient may ever make to the dentist.  A dental prophylaxis is done on patients that display gum pockets of …

By Jorgen Albrechtsen Questions & Answers How is it possible that one 20 minutes workout a week can produce optimal results? A Concept 10 10 program will improve your strength and your endurance, rebuild your bones and muscles, restore your vitality, and postpone the aging process more safely and effectively than any other form of exercise, in twenty minutes a …

By Cara Tompot, Staff Writer Looking back on history, we remember a time when women didn’t ha ave the rights that they do now. Prior to 1919, women didn’t have any way to express their thoughts and desires through public policy. Thanks to first-wave feminists questioning the status quo, 1920 marked the first year that women could vote. This social …

Have you suffered an injury from golf, or one that is preventing you from playing golf? Over 50% of golfers suffer from traumatic or overuse injuries at some point. Golfing puts significant stress on the body, requiring aggressive twisting and torque which can lead to injury. While prevention is important through using good form, proper equipment, and CORE strengthening, when …

1)    Core Values Unlike many other summer camps that aim to keep kids only physically active, the YMCA takes pride in teaching core values alongside their regular camp activities. Caring, honesty, respect and responsibility are taught through daily lessons, games and talks.  An entire summer in a new environment, making new friends and learning about values is what the YMCA …

Life Care Center of Estero has been serving the Southwest Florida Community for 11 years and strives to provide the best nursing and therapy services in the area.  We have physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, dietitian services, a physiatrist for pain management and an onsite physician to meet individual patient needs. Life Care Center of Estero has several specialization …

By Thom Braun For older adults considering a move to a retirement community, the thought of having to downsize from a current home may be overwhelming. However, it’s important to know that there is a wealth of information and resources available to help make the transition as smooth as possible. Work Closely with the Community’s Team Retirement communities understand that …

Whenever you are involved in any serious kind of accident, whether it be caused by a personal mishap, a sports injury or an automobile crash, it is important to check up on any internal damages or injuries you may have sustained. One of the greatest concerns after a traumatic impact, especially an auto accident, is whether or not any bones …