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By Todd A. Pezzi, M.D., M.B.A. During National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, which is observed each year in September, Advocate Radiation Oncology is raising awareness about the importance of proactive screening for prostate cancer in men aged 50 and above. According to The American Cancer Society, roughly one in nine men are diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. Prostate …

How can you fix something when you don’t know what exactly is broken? When our car is acting up and making abnormal noises, we stop and ask ourselves what can be the cause of the problem? Is it being caused by a problem with the engine, a malfunction with the starter or fan belt? Often times when we notice something …

By Colin E. Champ, MD, CSCS – Radiation Oncologist Dietary fat has gained a reputation as being responsible for nearly every major malady – from acne to clogged arteries. We’ve been advised by our doctors to reduce red meats, cut fat off our steaks, and if we must eat it, make it lean. All this to avoid any fat – …

By Todd Wilkowski, PT, SCS Inflammation refers to your body’s process of fighting against what harms it, like bacteria, viruses, toxins, and infections, in an attempt to heal itself. When something damages your cells, your body releases chemicals that trigger a response from your immune system. This response includes the release of antibodies and proteins, as well as increased blood …

Why are hospital emergency rooms so busy? In the past, emergency room departments in hospitals were regarded as places specially reserved for victims of trauma and accidents. People regarded emergency rooms as places that are only visited when one is in a near-death situation and needs urgent medical care. Through a series of sensitization programs and mass education, physicians and …

By WellcomeMD – Naples These days, Americans are sacrificing more and more sleep in the name of productivity. But can we function well while cutting down on shut eye? The science says no. Apart from the obvious consequences like fatigue and decreased efficiency, there’s a price to pay for lack of quality rest. The cumulative effects can be detrimental. Growing …

By Valerie Sorge, NMD, PhD Functional blood chemistry (FBC) analysis is an emerging approach that provides additional tools to help evaluate patients with complex health concerns. FBC differs from conventional blood panels in that it gives functional reference ranges that identify problems not yet pathological. As clinicians, we have all met with patients who present with an exhaustive list of …

Sarah Sesslar, Au.D. – Doctor of Audiology Imagine trying to fall asleep every night with the sound of a roaring motor or high-pitched whistle playing in your ears. For many of the more than 50 million Americans who experience tinnitus, or ringing in their ears, this is a reality. For those with tinnitus, there have been few clinically viable and …

Food, family history and medicines all affect your total cholesterol. Everyone can benefit from knowing their cholesterol numbers and doing what they can to prevent or reduce high cholesterol levels. Uncontrolled cholesterol is a risk factor for heart attacks and stroke. But high cholesterol has no symptoms, so patients might not know that their cholesterol is too high – unless …

By Dr. Linell King A Breakthrough, Non-invasive, Drug-Free Treatment for Autism Spectrum Disorder that has shown significant improvement in communication, mood, independence, and much more. A diagnosis of autism overwhelms many parents, but early intervention is key to the child’s development. We truly understand the heartbreak of parents who have already invested so much into trying to help their children …