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For years, medical professionals and researchers have been trying to find the exact cause of Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Even with the top three speculative triggers, it’s still unclear as to what is causing this devastating disease to rob so many people of their cognition. The main hallmarks of the disease are attributed to amyloid plaques, cerebral amyloid angiopathy, and neurofibrillary tangles. …

Unfortunately, we all know someone that has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and the devastating effects of losing not only memory, but the “wholeness” of the individual can be overwhelming. Nearly 5.2 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease, and that number is expected to triple by 2050. Experts estimate that an Alzheimer’s diagnosis will affect close to 15 million people by mid-century. …

Pure Heart In-Home Services Warning Signs that a Senior Could Benefit from Assistance Aging can be challenging not only relating to our health but also our ability to perform daily tasks and to live the life we deserve. When we’re younger, we often take for granted the ability to easily button a shirt without arthritic fingers or the capacity to …

If you’re missing teeth, implant dentistry may be the best option to get a new smile. Dental implants can improve your smile in a variety of ways, and some of them may even be surprising. Here’s what you need to know. Understanding the Basics of Implant Dentistry Implant dentistry has existed since the 1980s, but it’s really gained popularity in the …

With summer in full swing, it’s the time of year that many pet owners dread—thunderstorm season. Afternoon storms happen regularly here in Florida, and pets that exhibit anxiety with booming clashes of thunder and lightning can be a nerve-racking situation for the pet and the owner alike. The same holds true for fireworks, which scare most pets due to their loud, …

I want to talk to you about body mind coaching. First of all, what is coaching? If you are an athlete, say a tennis player, you probably have a few coaches that help you with different areas of your game like your serve, your cardio and your mental strength. As a tennis player, you know how to play but need help …

With weather approaching the upper 90’s and on some days, triple digits, the heat can be unbearable at times and downright dangerous, this is particularly the case when we factor in high levels of humidity. Our bodies self-regulate heat by sweating and also through radiating heat back into the atmosphere. When we sweat, we perspire potassium and sodium. Both of these …

By Steven J. Gibbs, Esq. The precise process for the transfer of estate assets in Florida varies according to the assets involved and the estate-planning strategy used. In general, though, when a will is present, an executor appointed under the will inventories the estate’s assets in Florida, reviews and pays creditor claims as appropriate, and then distributes assets to the …

It’s not uncommon for patients to get a referral from their doctor to have imaging done at a particular facility, but how do these patients know that they’re going to an imaging center with the latest advanced technology, thorough technologists, and subspecialty radiologists? Subspecialty radiologists are trained in various specialties, just like other medical professionals with additional years of study …

By Larry D. Johnson, DC What is it about belly fat? Like a bad house guest it misses the hint that it’s time to clear out. If you’ve been dealing with an unwanted spare tire, and wondering what makes it so hard to get rid of you’re probably not alone. According to a twelve-year CDC study published in 2014, the …