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Although PTSD is a psychiatric disorder routinely associated with wars, violent crime, and physical trauma — it’s increasingly tied to natural disasters like Hurricane Ian, the COVID-19 pandemic, and even relationship breakups. From increased sleep to reduced stress, medical marijuana is a leading treatment as the world navigates a changing environment. Read along as we discuss how medical marijuana can …

Leg pain can happen to people of all ages, and it feels different for each person. Your leg pain might feel like a dull ache that comes and goes, or it might be sudden and sharp. You could have leg pain only once in a while, or it might impact you daily. Because the symptoms and causes of leg pain …

By Joe Altepeter, DPM Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a relatively common condition that affects over 200 million people worldwide, and involves nar- As temperatures are cooling off in Southwest Florida, the competition on the pickleball court is heating up. And as the intensity of the match grows, so does the risk of injury. Despite the pickleball court being considerably …

Think of wellness programming at most retirement communities, and boxing classes aren’t often top of mind. But at The Terraces at Bonita Springs, they are one of the most popular new fitness offerings – with additional classes already being added. Is boxing a good workout for seniors? According to Jennifer Meisner, director of lifestyles at The Terraces, it is. “Not …

By Dr. Melissa (Mel) Irvine, DNP – Clinical Sexologist Specializes in Sexual Medicine and Beauty Hormone replacement therapy involves the supplementation of hormones, typically estrogen and/or progestogen, but testosterone may also be used. The type of hormone used will depend on the end-goal of the therapy. It’s also possible for a combination of hormones to be administered during HRT, with …

By Dr. Melissa Houston The year 2023 will be here in just a few weeks. How do you plan to start your New Year? It’s a great time to finish things that you’ve started. Do you have college credits but for one reason or another, you didn’t earn a college degree? Does the idea of spending years to graduate make …

By Duane Wiggins, M.D. Board Certified Ophthalmologist, Cataract & Refractive Surgeon with Quigley Eye Specialists Your eyes have a natural lens. The lens bends or refracts light rays that come into your eye to help you see. This lens should be clear. As we age, most of us will develop cataracts, which is when our lens becomes cloudy. Seeing through …

By Dr. Leonard A. Lado, MD, ABPN Whenever something is important to those we love, we direct our energy toward creating the perfect experience for them. But often there are elements out of our control — including finances, past and present relationships, health, and current events — that interfere with our vision of the perfect holiday season. When we set …

As we age, it is natural for the skin’s elasticity to change due to the breakdown of collagen and elastin from sun exposure, aging, and genetics. Many women (and men) reach a certain age and begin to become unhappy with what they see in the mirror. They start to notice dark spots, fine lines, wrinkles, and maybe even a turkey …

By Murilo Lima, M.D. All women are at risk for cervical cancer. It occurs most often in women over age 30. Long-lasting infection with certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV) is the main cause of cervical cancer. HPV is a common virus that is passed from one person to another during sex. At least half of sexually active people will …