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Breast cancer statistics remain high with both invasive and noninvasive diagnosis. 1.7 million women in the world are diagnosed with breast cancer each year. While we hear fewer statistics about men, they still can and do develop breast cancer, but at a much more infrequent rate. With so much in the news at this time of year about breast cancer …

It is hard to believe, but it was eight and a half years ago when for the last time we dedicated the entire content of one of our educational programs to reviewing the “non motor” aspects of Parkinson’s Disease (PD). So much has been learned and so much progress has been made in the treatment of some of these problems, …

By Steven J. Gibbs, Esq. Over the last twenty years or so, enhanced life estates have become an increasingly popular estate-planning tool in Florida. Created by the memorably named “Lady Bird deed” (or the less catchy “TOD deed”), the surge in popularity has mostly arisen from two helpful features. First and foremost, Lady Bird deeds allow real estate to transfer …

Most people want to continue living independently in their own homes long into their retirement years. Remaining self sufficient in familiar surroundings is important to many seniors. Unfortunately, certain situations — a sudden illness, a chronic condition, and the very fact of aging — affect a person’s ability to care for themselves and effectively manage their daily living. These situations …

Regardless of age, race, or family history, all women – and about 1% of men – have some level of risk for breast cancer. Primary risk factors include age and gender, along with a number of other factors, such as obesity and alcohol use, which can be moderated through healthy lifestyle choices. Today, there are many types of effective treatments …

It might seem overboard to many of you, but did you know that you should be brushing your pet’s teeth with a pet-specific toothpaste and brush on a regular basis? If you keep their teeth clean from a younger age, they will be less likely to develop hard tartar build-up and will harbor less stinky bacteria in their mouth. This means …

Breast cancer affects both men and women worldwide at a whopping 1.4 million new cases annually. Consequently, in the United States, breast cancer is the second leading cause of death after heart disease in women. And here locally, in the state of Florida, nearly 16,000 new cases of breast cancer are diagnosed each year. Screening A small investment of your …

Almost half of adult women show symptoms of secondary heart failure such as varicose veins, swollen ankles, painful joints, chronic fatigue, low metabolism. By Kenneth McLeod, Ph.D. What is Your Secondary Heart? The human cardiovascular system should be viewed as a two-pump system where the cardiac muscle pushes blood out into the body, gravity pulls this blood down in the …

As individuals age, shopping and preparing meals can become a difficult task. With so many other issues to worry about such as being a caregiver, suffering from arthritis, or other disorders that limit mobility, cooking is one thing that many seniors wish they didn’t have to do. Chefs For Seniors is a welcomed answer for many that want nutritious, flavorful …

By Dr. Ricardo S. Bocanegra, DDS – As a patient of ours prepares for radiation or chemotherapy, we shoulder a serious responsibility. We understand the urgency for treatment, and how important it is to focus on resolving dental conditions that could compromise overall health down the road. Cancer therapy is an extreme endeavor to defuse an extreme disease. Your system, …