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Weathering the Storm: 5 Disaster Preparedness Tips for You, an Adult Child with a Senior Parent

Weathering the Storm

By Cynthia Perthuis, CDP, CADDCT, CSA Safeguard Your Aging Loved One During Storm Season After Hurricane Ian last year, we introduced you to Stan and Mary. Stan and Mary lived in a high-rise in Florida when the hurricane hit. Although they were in an evacuation zone, everyone thought they would be safe because the staff in their building was top-notch, …

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CHROMOTHERAPY AT HEALING CRYSTAL TUNNEL

CHROMOTHERAPY

Chromotherapy, an additional Natural Energy Healing Treatment at Healing Crystal Tunnel. Chromotherapy is a non-invasive and painless therapy utilizing vibrational influence of color on organisms to regulate and harmonize their vibrational alterations. Chromotherapy also known as Color Therapy works on the deepest of the cells where this vibration has suffered a disturbance or alteration. The vibrational frequencies of a specific …

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So, is sugar that bad for me?

is sugar that bad

By Svetlana Kogan, M.D. When we think of bad sugars, most of us conjure up the images of fast carbs – the ones that send blood sugar soaring-like bagels, cookies, and white bread. While these will surely pack on pounds, there are some important truths about carbohydrates in general. They are essential for peak energy and brainpower, since the glucose …

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The Impact of Oral Health on Overall Well-being: A Comprehensive Review

Oral health is an integral part of overall well-being and has a profound impact on a person’s general health. The mouth serves as the gateway to the body, and maintaining good oral hygiene goes beyond just a bright smile. An increasing body of evidence suggests that poor oral health is linked to a variety of systemic conditions and can significantly …

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Diabetes Adversely Affects Foot and Leg Health

Diabetes Adversely Affects Foot and Leg Health

Dr. Michael J. Petrocelli, Board Certified in Ankle and Foot Surgeries Diabetic neuropathy is a progressive disease that affects nearly 200,000 new patients per year. Roughly, 29 million Americans have diabetes. Many of these cases are undiagnosed, but for those individuals that struggle with the disease, symptoms of diabetic neuropathy can be debilitating. People with diabetes have an extremely high storage …

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Be a Paramedic in One Year

Paramedic in One Year

By Dr. Jeff Ziomek, EMS Program Director, Hodges University Rain or shine. First thing in the morning or in the middle of the night. Weekends and holidays. They are there to help us when we’re at our worst. When we’re sick or injured. They answer the call. From the young to the young at heart, we all know their number: …

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Cardiac PET

By Michael Shriver, MD – Proscan Imaging NCH Partner Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of mortality and morbidity in the United States and is often a result of coronary artery disease (CAD) that reduces cardiac blood flow and myocardial function. Risk factors for CAD are rampant among our society, including hypertension, smoking, diabetes mellitus, hyperlipidemia, and family history, to …

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Psoriasis Awareness Month: Advancing Treatment with Infusible Therapies

Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune skin condition affecting millions worldwide. As we observe Psoriasis Awareness Month, it’s essential to shed light on the challenges faced by psoriatic patients and the innovative treatment options that are transforming their lives. In recent years, infusible therapies have emerged as a promising approach to managing psoriasis, offering hope for those seeking effective, long-term relief …

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Understanding Glaucoma Advances in Diagnosis and Treatment

By Julie A. Carter, M.D. – Fellowship-Trained Glaucoma Specialist Glaucoma, a group of eye diseases, poses a significant threat to vision worldwide. Characterized by damage to the optic nerve, it often progresses silently, leading to irreversible vision loss. However, with advancements in medical science and technology, there is hope for early detection and effective management of this condition. This article …

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What’s the Difference Between Misir Pharmacy & the Big Chains?

What’s the Difference Between Misir Pharmacy & the Big Chains?

We take the time to get to know our customers and treat them like family. They’re not just another number. When you call here, a real person will answer. The key difference between Misir Pharmacy and large corporations is that large corporations services care primarily about their corporate profits, while Misir Pharmacy cares about their patients and the quality of care …

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