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People with Alzheimer’s can live in their homes, as long as safety measures are in place. As Alzheimer’s progresses, a person’s abilities change. But with some creativity and problem solving, you can adapt the home environment to support these changes. How dementia affects safety? With creativity and flexibility, you can create a home that is both safe and supportive of the …

By Hoglund Family Hearing and Audiology Services “How well you hear can influence many aspects of your health and wellness”, states John Hoglund BC-HIS, ACA of Audiology Centers of Hoglund Family Hearing.” There is an increasing body of evidence that people with untreated hearing loss, may also experience a reduction in the quality of life, and put them at a …

By James W. Mallonee Have you ever wondered what happens to the outcome of a person’s Last Will and Testament following the divorce of a married couple?  Even more interesting is what happens to a named spouse as a beneficiary of a life insurance policy when a couple divorces. The answer is fairly simple.  Florida law treats the divorcing couples as …

By Patrick Nero, MD, FACS – Vein Specialists We have all seen someone walking down the street and noticed large bulging varicose veins and thought – they should really see a doctor about that.  Though varicose veins or prominent spider veins are the most obvious sign of venous disease, they represent a medical condition called venous insufficiency that is much more …

Along with Valentine’s Day, February marks American Heart Month, a perfect time to commit to a healthy lifestyle and strengthen your heart health. Make your health a priority by learning more about heart disease and what you can do to prevent this condition. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in American women. According to the American Heart Association, one …

By Joseph Gauta, MD, FACOG Many people suffer from an Overactive Bladder (OAB) and are desperate to find a solution. No one should have to experience the annoying and embarrassing problem of a constant need to use the toilet. While an Overactive Bladder can occur in both men and women, it generally affects women more often. The symptoms include urinary …

Although chest pain can sometimes be triggered by some non-threatening disorders like excessive gas, anxiety, acid reflux or muscle strains, you cannot afford to waste precious time, if chest pain occurs. Chest pain can be related to the following serious complications, a rupture of the aorta, angina, or myocardial infarction (heart attack). The majority of patients in the emergency room with …

By Doreen DeStefano – Root Causes Holistic Health & Medicine What is old age? Aging starts at birth.  We hate to admit it, but the alternative is not being here at all.  Contributors to aging include your genetics, your environment and the choices you make to contribute to your physical and mental states.  Your body is a reflection of the cumulative …

By: Justin Ceravolo, PharmD According to researchers from the Mayo Clinic and Olmsted Medical Center, approximately 70 percent of Americans take at least one prescription medication, while more than half take two. It is common for older adults to take as many as half a dozen prescription medications, leaving them most at risk for medication consumption errors. Conditions such as high …

Dr. H. Kurtis Biggs – Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon Before jumping into anything more complex, a conservative approach to injuries and disorders are typically the standard moderate method to ease pain from disease or trauma; but with the knee, the intricate blood supply to the tissues can make it challenging for the body to heal itself naturally.  That’s why surgical procedures are …