Collier Edition

In room 5 West at Avow’s hospice house, “Anna” is aware of visitors at her bedside, but often drifts into sleep. Her family already misses Anna – the sister who was always humming, the wife who sang for years in her church’s choir. They miss Anna’s lively personality, eclipsed now by her body’s slow transition and approaching release of the …

By Hans Doherty – Growing in Health Florida Let’s talk about cannabinoids for a moment. Our bodies produce endogenous (internal) cannabinoids called Anandamide and AG2. They are part of our endocannabinoid system which regulates our overall health. Sleep, appetite, pain, inflammation, stress etc. That system wants you to be at peak health 100% of the time. It seeks homeostasis or …

By Gunnar Bergqvist, MD Blepharoplasty is a type of surgery that is done to remove extra skin muscle and soft tissue fat around the eyes. As we mature, we normally develop changes in the soft tissue consistency and thus we can get bags under her eyes and heavy droopy extra skin of the upper eyelid. There are also several different …

By Richard Hiler, DABCN In the United States alone, neuropathy affects nearly 20 million people, and the mainstream medical community doesn’t offer much advice on viable treatment options. The Latin word neuropathy means nerve disorder—this nerve damage happens because the small blood vessels, which supply blood and nutrients to the nerves, becomes impaired. When the nerves are no longer fed …

A Revolutionary Way to Revitalize Your Skin By Kathleen M Marc, MD, FACOG Carboxytherapy is a non-invasive cosmetic treatment that has been gaining popularity in recent years. The treatment involves the use of Topical Carboxytherapy Gel, which is applied the skin to improve blood flow and stimulate the production of collagen and elastin. In this article, we will explore the …

By Greg Pascucci March is National Nutrition Month, and this year’s theme is “Fuel for the Future,” which reminds people that “eating with sustainability in mind is a tasty way to nourish ourselves during every phase of life and protect the environment.” Created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the campaign also encourages us to make informed food choices …

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) defines colorectal cancer as a disease in which cells in the colon or rectum grow out of control. It is often called colon cancer or rectal cancer, depending on where it starts. Sometimes abnormal growths, called polyps, form in the colon or rectum. Over time, some polyps may turn into cancer. …

By Ross E. Schulman, Florida Family Law Attorney Navigating a divorce can be challenging and emotional, especially if abuse is involved. Domestic violence is illegal in Florida, yet it is shockingly not uncommon in marriages. No matter how often or severe the abuse, from threats to assault, victims must take any abuse seriously. Abusing a spouse or child is simply …

By Dr. Melissa (Mel) Irvine, DNP – Clinical Sexologist Specializes in Sexual Medicine and Beauty When it comes to preventing pregnancy, hormonal birth control is one of the most popular options. However, the uses of hormonal birth control often extend beyond just preventing pregnancy, with many women taking birth control to address skin concerns or provide menstrual relief. Despite its …

By William Campbell, DMD There is a revolutionary new treatment for receding gums called the Chao Pinhole Surgical Technique. It is a minimally invasive, incision-free and suture-free alternative to traditional gum grafting. This “no-cut” and “no-sew” treatment uses an instrument to make a small pinhole in the patient’s gum tissue. Through this pinhole, the doctor inserts collagen fibers to help …