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So, you want to lose weight? You may have engaged in fad diets and or shakes, but no results, you may also have decided to drastically reduce calories to combat weight gain but alas, the stubborn belly fat, thigh fat, buttock fat, hip fat, side fats (love angles) and flappy arms persists. Why? Simple you have it wrong! It is …

According to the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), there are four primary stages of a dog’s life — puppyhood, young adulthood, mature adulthood, and senior — that occur before the end-of-life phase. These stages are not universally applied at specific ages to all breeds, however. Many factors feed into the time you start to apply the word senior to Max …

By Dr. Robles Bipolar disorder, also known as manic depression, is a mental illness that brings severe high and low moods and changes in sleep, energy, thinking, and behavior. People who have bipolar disorder can have periods in which they feel overly happy and energized and other periods of feeling very sad, hopeless, and sluggish. In between those periods, they …

Hanson Clinical Research Center Diabetes is a chronic health condition that affects millions of men, women, and children globally. Managing diabetes requires awareness of your own body and knowing what makes your blood sugar rise and fall. Controlling these day-to-day factors is the key to living a long and healthy life. There are many ways to educate oneself on diabetes …

By Elizabeth Schwartz, O.D. – Quigley Eye Specialists Falling is one of the greatest health risks older adults face. Each year, one in four Americans 65 and older experiences a fall, the leading cause of injury among older adults, and impaired vision more than doubles the risk, according to the National Academies of Sciences. Every second, an older adult falls …

Kathleen M. Marc, MD, Medical Director Board Certified by the American Board of OB/GYN Dolly Parton put it clearly and frankly in Steel Magnolias when she said to her friends, “Time marches on and, sooner or later, you realize it is marching across your face.” Who doesn’t love summer and the change of pace it brings? We spend time outdoors soaking …

By Anthony J. Dimora, Florida Estate Planning Attorney Let us be honest, our pets are our family, and we want to make sure they are taken care of today, tomorrow and always. Good news – Fla. Stat. 736.0408 allows pet owners to establish a specific trust for the care of fifi, fido, fluffy, tweetie etc. What is a Pet Trust? …

By Dr. William M. Hasbun Geriatricians specialize in the unique health needs of the elderly, including chronic diseases, nutritional problems, skin ailments, cognitive loss, memory impairment, adverse effects of medications, immobility, and balances issues. Older age involves a distinct set of challenges. Many older people are living with multiple long-term conditions and are much more vulnerable to a range of …

By Colin E. Champ, MD, CSCS – Radiation Oncologist After weeks of watching my diet, I find myself tranced while checking out at my local supermarket. The chip bags on my left…the M&Ms on my right. I know I shouldn’t, but I do it anyway, and in no time, I’m munching on a MilkyWay. Wait – what just happened? Why …

Physicians Regional Healthcare System is excited to welcome Dr. Lloyd Hughes to their medical staff. Dr. Lloyd Hughes, is Board Certified in Family Medicine and specializes in all aspects of primary care for adolescents and adults. His preventative care services include physical exams, pro-operative assessments, and Medicare wellness visits. He holds a Diplomate status of American Board of Family Medicine …