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Jose M. Baez, M.D., F.A.C.P., Board Certified by American Board of Internal Medicine Here we are a few days into the new year and some of us are already struggling with those pesky resolutions we made. Many Americans have set goals of weight loss or getting more exercise and are truly committed to achieving them. Some of us, however, get …

Irena Basnikova was born in Russia, where she was blessed to be raised by loving, educated, and health-oriented parents. They grew organic fruits and vegetables and lived a holistic and sound lifestyle, which was an excellent way for her to begin life. Irena obtained a 5-year Political Economics Degree at the St. Petersburg State University in Russia. Shortly after moved …

By Sharla Gayle Patterson, MD, MBA Ringing in the new year is a popular time to make new year resolutions. Most commonly we all resolve to ‘be healthier’. January is full of new gym memberships, exercise equipment, and good intentions. But somehow we lose that motivation and get back in some unhealthy rut. What if exercising could not only make …

The new year tends to bring a focus on our health, and for older adults that should include a focus on our eyes. January is Glaucoma Awareness Month, shining a light on a condition that affects more than 3 million people in the U.S., and the need for regular eye exams to diagnose the condition early. Glaucoma occurs when pressure …

By Dr. Graciela Garton January is cervical cancer awareness month, and one of the most important takeaways is that all women are at risk of cervical cancer. While cervical cancer commonly occurs when women are over age 30, regular screening tests should begin at age 21, and risk prevention can start when a girl is a preteen. Most cervical cancers …

By Danielle Pasquale, PT, DPT As we head into a new year, focusing on preventative health will be your most important tool to stay healthy. While some aspects of our health are predetermined by our genetics, there is a significant amount that we have control over through our lifestyle and daily health decisions. There are also a variety of indicators …

By Svetlana Kogan, M.D. If you stand in front of the mirror, you will see a complete material person as a whole. However, we all know that at the anatomical level, the whole consists of the organs, such as liver, kidneys, lungs, etc. The organs in and of themselves consist of tissues, and the tiny units that make up the …

There are many exciting ways to incorporate productive motion into older adults’ daily lives. Here are a few ideas: 1. Join a Walking Club. If your or your loved one is able to — a walking club can provide healthy socialization. A botanical garden, a lake, or a nature trail is an excellent addition to a walking route. These locations …

By Kathleen M Marc, MD, FACOG Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that affects the cervix, which is the lower part of the uterus (womb) that opens at the top of the vagina. Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women worldwide. In the United States approximately 12,000 new cases of cervical cancer will be diagnosed every …

In December 2022, Avow conferred its greatest employee recognition, the Heart of Avow award, to four staff members at the company’s annual holiday breakfast. Winners were Cindy Moon, registered nurse; Veronica Madrigal, certified nursing assistant/home health aide; Linda Harris, hospice house chef; and Denise Lucas, administrative assistant. Avow provides hospice care to residents of Collier County, as well as non-hospice …