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Dr. H. Kurtis Biggs – Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon Introducing an effective alternative for osteoarthritis pain, sports injuries, and other orthopedic conditions. What is ReNu? ReNu is a groundbreaking treatment for osteoarthritis (OA) pain and other orthopedic conditions and sports injuries. ReNu is a single-injection, nonsteroidal prescription treatment. ReNu is administered in an office setting, by your orthopedic specialist, and provides …

By Pastor Timothy L. Neptune The Apostle Peter was a bold man. He stepped up when others stepped back. He was often the first to speak in a group setting. Because of his faith, he was able to walk on water. And, like most risk takers, he experienced his share of failures. Faith involves risk. Failure is a possibility.  But …

By Steven J. Gibbs, Esq. Here at Health and Wellness, summer travel month brings a reminder to drive safely. When accidents occur, sometimes lawsuits result and personal injury settlements follow. However, you may be surprised to learn that receiving a lump sum of cash may not always be a good thing. What I mean is, a lump sum can create estate …

Information here has been extracted from recent article by Robert DuPont, MD and can be found on the www.rivermendhealth.com website. Recently in the State of Florida Amendment 2 was endorsed by 72% of Florida Voters. State Senator Rob Bradley intends to file a bill saying “Our constitutional duty is to ensure the availability and safe use of medical marijuana in …

By Ashley Carlson, DPT, ATC, MTC, OP Coordinator  Life Care Center of Estero Not all assisted living facilities are the same, and that’s certainly true of Life Care Center.  Making the decision to leave your home and live in a facility can be a challenging process.  Word of mouth is usually a good determiner of quality care within a respectful environment, …

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 …