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By LaDonna Roye, Hairstylist – Medical hair loss is caused by medical treatments such as chemotherapy and others.  Normally  its  a  temporary condition, reversing itself after treatments stop. It can be very disconcerting to the women who experience it. We specialize in helping women whose hair loss has been induced by medical treatments. We’re aware and sympathetic to the challenges …

By George T. Leamon, CLTC – Lutgert Insurance The baby boomer generation is becoming more aware that insurance plays a very important role in their lives. This could be one of the reasons why we are seeing an increase in the number of insurance agencies that are playing for our attention. Assisted living, rehabilitation, and life-altering illnesses are costly and …

By Joseph Magnant, MD, FACS – There are many different presentations of leg vein problems although the most recognizable is that of varicose veins. Other signs and symptoms of venous reflux disease (also known as venous insufficiency, CVI, venous incompetence or leaky veins) include swollen, achy legs, restless legs, night time leg cramps and urination, diffuse spider veins, skin discoloration …

By John C. Kagan, M.D. Falls can happen to anyone at any age, but according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), falls occur more often in senior adults and are the leading cause of injury deaths in persons over 65 years of age. In addition, patients with orthopedic issues are at an increased risk for falls. Fortunately, by making …

By Harry Tsai, M.D. In the United States, it is estimated that Prostate Cancer will affect 233,000 men in 2014 alone. According to the National Cancer Institute, almost thirty thousand cases will result in death. Ranking as the 2nd leading cause of cancer death in American men, approximately one in every seven men will be diagnosed with the disease in …

Dr. Rich Gilbert speaks on alternative to CPAP Paying attention to your oral hygiene, especially your gums, may play a bigger role in your overall health than you may think. Proper oral hygiene also contributes to keeping your heart healthy. Preventative care of your teeth and gums help to fight against various deadly heart diseases. The mouth is a vital …

Have you ever met someone and assumed they were 10-20 years younger than their actual age due to their great energy and wit? Sure, there are the “chosen” ones that are blessed with graceful aging genes. But there are also people who decide to make daily lifestyle changes which help to make them healthier and happier, as well. In the …

Cholesterol is generally associated with being “too high”. Leaving us to ask ourselves the common question, “How can I lower it?” But do we really understand what “it” is and why we need to lower “it”? So…What is Cholesterol? Cholesterol is a waxy fat-like substance that is carried throughout your body to every cell. It has many important jobs that …

Caregivers face a variety of challenges when a loved one develops Alzheimer’s disease (AD) or a related disorder, including coping with their own emotions and stress. Caring for a memory-impaired person can be overwhelming. While there are many resources in the community and support groups, there has been a neglect of hands on training when it comes to managing a …

The city of Estero is a quiet city located between the popular destinations of Fort Myers and Naples. It is the perfect site for a Life Care Center of America facility. From nursing care, inpatient therapy and outpatient therapy services; Life Care has many great in-house care options. Their personnel truly understand the difficult decisions family members make in supporting …