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Sage Infusion Can Provide Relief Over 1.3 million people live with Rheumatoid arthritis (RA), according to the American College of Rheumatology. Women are about two to three times more likely to get RA than men. Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disorder affecting your joints and causes swelling and pain. In some people, the condition can damage various body systems, …

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental condition that affects social interaction, communication, and behavior. It is estimated that one in 54 children in the United States has ASD, and the prevalence of the disorder has been increasing in recent years. While there is no cure for autism, various therapies and medications are available to manage its symptoms. However, …

The human brain is a marvel of nature, possessing incredible abilities that continue to astound scientists and researchers. Its remarkable complexity and versatility enables us to perceive, think, reason, remember, and create. Despite the casual use of words like “awesome” and “amazing” by some, they are entirely appropriate when discussing the brain. Its true wonder lies in its capacity to …

We often hear and use the word “wellness” without necessarily considering its meaning. By Ramon A. Gil, M.D., Medical Director, Parkinson’s Disease Treatment Center of SWFL Simply put: wellness is the opposite of illness. As parents, it is logical to assume that we all want our children to be healthy. We are therefore very involved in caring for their wellness. …

By Dr. Alan Brown When patients receive a cancer diagnosis, they typically ask how it developed. Pinpointing a cause can be difficult. Risk factors for head and neck cancer can often be attributed to use of tobacco products and alcohol, viral infections, genetics or exposure to occupational hazards like sawdust, asbestos or radiation, among other factors. April is Head and …

It’s been a while since you took your last college class. You’re so close to earning your bachelor’s degree, but life got in the way and you had to put that plan on hold. You have that thought in the back of your head that someday, you’ll go back to school and finish what you started. You can join hundreds …

By Robert Nardi, Broker/Owner Evidence of growing confidence in the Naples real estate market revealed itself in January as new sellers entered the sales market. New listings in January rose 74.5 percent compared to December 2022 and 3.2 percent to 1,338 new listings from 1,297 new listings a year ago, according to the January 2023 Market Report by the Naples …

By Dr. Charene Adams, DNP, MSN, RN-BC, CDP, Director of Nursing, Hodges University When we need them, they are there. From that first breath to the last, they are there. Nurses are the professionals that patients interact with the most. Nurses provide the expert care that patients need and deserve, and that care extends to the patient’s family. As a …

Some would call the term “adult child’ an oxymoron. I would call it my life. By Guest Author, Bruce Nathanson, Advisor, Senior Care Authority The truth is, so long as we have a parent—and no matter how old we are—we are locked into the role of being a child. For better or for worse. Caregiving for a parent instantly propels …

Hello Gems! We invite you to come join a safe space where we will  nurture your  mind, heart, and soul while providing tools that will help you practice and aid your social and emotional development. This week summer camp program will help you develop self awareness and help you to better understand and relate to others’ perspectives. We will work …