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Diet, exercise and getting recommended screenings are some of the ways to lessen your risk of getting cancer. As we begin the new year, many of us will make resolutions to get healthier. Even though most Americans know that we should make healthy choices, such as quitting smoking, protecting skin from sun damage, eating a healthy diet, exercising more and …

In the spirit of this holiday season, we joyfully celebrate with family and friends, attend holiday parties, special events and shop till we drop, but alongside of all of the “Fa La La” often comes a bit of stress, overindulgence and rushing from here to there. This fast-paced time of year can wreak havoc on our skin from dehydration, a …

Nicolas Perez, M.D. – Korunda Pain Management Center Many foods that contain chemicals, excessive salt and sugar can cause inflammation to occur in the body. When the body is inflamed it can exacerbate disease states and it can also cause a great deal of pain, especially in the joints, neck and spine. If you suffer from chronic pain from migraines, arthritis …

MRI MRI’s (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) are most often used to detect brain and spinal disorders like bleeding, tumors, strokes, cancer, as well as aortic and other heart discrepancies. MRI’s are commonly used to view the joints, soft tissues, and bones of the entire body. There is no radiation involved. The most advanced MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) is done with 3T …

Feet and leg problems have a severe impact on quality of life but can easily be prevented by maintaining our secondary hearts. Why do so many people suffer from problems with their feet and legs? Swollen feet and ankles, nighttime leg cramps, restless leg syndrome, varicose veins, non-healing lower leg ulcers, loss of sensation in the toes, all are remarkably …

By Joseph G. Magnant, MD, FACS, RPVI – Vein Specialists of Fort Myers and Bonita Springs We have all likely seen someone walking down the street and noticed large bulging varicose veins and thought “they should really see a doctor about that.” Varicose veins are the most obvious sign of venous disease, and represents a medical condition called venous insufficiency …

Several years ago, canine influenza hit Florida, and since it’s initial inception, it has morphed into two strains, H3N8 and H3N2. Over the past several years, Animal Oasis Veterinary Hospital in Naples has unfortunately seen the number of dogs with the canine flu sky-rocket so much that they’ve had to hospitalize many dogs to help them overcome the virus and it’s …

By Physicians Rehabilitation Our joints are constantly enduring wear and tear, which can cause pain, inflammation and injury to occur. Over the past several years, Physicians Rehabilitation has been utilizing stem cell therapy with remarkable outcomes, due to the natural and proven healing effects, anti-inflammation and immunomodulation for various orthopedic conditions. Beware of Subpar Stem Cells Our own stem cells …

By Hoglund Family Hearing and Audiology Services As Tinnitus Treatments improve, Hoglund Family Hearing and Audiology Center provides tips to find the right support for those who suffer with the often debilitating condition of “Ringing Ears”. Tinnitus is often described as buzzing, ringing, hissing, humming, roaring, or whistling that someone hears in the absence of any external sound. More than …

Pneumatic Compression Pump Treatment is an innovative treatment that has helped numerous individuals that struggle with lymphatic fluid retention, venous insufficiency, and also non healing wounds, which are traditionally caused by the neuropathy associated with diabetes. Lymphedema Lymphedema is a build-up of lymphatic fluid throughout the body, and it is usually a secondary issue that arises after cancer treatment or …