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By Steve Schneider, MBA – CEO, Securenet Financial, LLC. The importance of proper retirement financial planning cannot be overstated, especially when considering its profound impact on mental health during the later stages of life. A well-structured retirement plan not only ensures financial security but also contributes significantly to overall well-being and mental peace. This is critical because the retirement phase …

By John Nobile – HAS (Hearing Aid Specialist), BC-HIS, ACA Hearing Loss Affects the Brain Hearing loss doesn’t just mean an older adult needs to turn up the TV. It’s been linked to a range of health problems, including dementia. The latest aging research not only shows the two are connected but also leads scientists to believe that hearing loss …

Alzheimer’s disease, a progressive neurodegenerative disorder, affects millions of people worldwide, leading to cognitive decline, memory loss, and changes in behavior. While there is no cure for Alzheimer’s, various treatments aim to alleviate symptoms and slow disease progression. Intravenous (IV) nutrient therapy has emerged as a potential complementary approach for managing Alzheimer’s symptoms. Methylene Blue: A Promising Cognitive Enhancer Methylene …

A kidney stone is a solid mass made up of tiny crystals. One or more stones can be in the kidney or ureter at the same time. Causes, incidence, and risk factors Kidney stones are common. Some types run in families. They often occur in premature infants. There are different types of kidney stones. The exact cause depends on the …

State funding fuels partnership with local healthcare systems Florida Gulf Coast University, the state Legislature and the two largest healthcare systems in Southwest Florida are working together on a prescription to address the widespread nursing shortage. For the past year, the School of Nursing in FGCU’s Marieb College of Health & Human Services has benefited as a recipient of the …

By Dr. Melissa (Mel) Irvine, DNP – Clinical Sexologist Specializes in Sexual Medicine and Beauty COVID-19 sent out shockwaves through all aspects of society, many of which we still feel today. We all remember the toilet paper shortages and the social distancing requirements, but less known are the long-term effects that can come from those who had this virus, some …

In today’s fast-paced world, where stress and pressure seem to be constant companions, many individuals turn to alcohol as a means of coping with their anxiety. However, what may initially seem like a solution to soothe their worries often spirals into a cycle of dependency, exacerbating both anxiety and alcohol use. Understanding the intricate connection between anxiety and alcohol consumption …

By Neetu Malhotra, MD The kidneys are a major part of our detoxifying system. These two small bean-shaped organs clean the blood and filter waste products and toxins from the body through the urine. Kidney cancer is one of the ten most prevalent cancers. The lifetime risk for developing kidney cancer is about 1 in 46 in men and 1 …

By Shannon Willits Applying Pilates fundamentals to strengthen the mind-body connection The Weight of Alzheimer’s Disease The human brain is fascinating. So when the brain begins to decline in function it’s a big deal on the body’s ecosystem. Alzheimer disease is an incurable brain disorder causing the brain to shrink and brain cells to die. Furthermore, Alzheimer is the number …

By Lisa H. Sprague MSS, PTA, LMT In the last issue I introduced a revolutionary new medical device called GlycoCheck that was recently released to healthcare practitioners after 15 years in research hospitals and universities (research with the GlycoCheck is ongoing). This technology measures and analyzes the function of your entire microvascular system, therefore you can monitor the health of …