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Here at The Vascular and Vein Center at Gulf Coast Surgeons, we believe men and women shouldn’t be anxious about growing older. They shouldn’t have to go to doctors who merely gloss over their issues with medications and one-size-fits-all approaches. We have helped thousands of patients look and feel their best and experience optimal vitality, regardless of their age, and …

Cancer screening means looking for cancer before it causes symptoms. The goal of screening for prostate cancer is to find cancers that may be at high risk for spreading if not treated and to find them early before they spread. If you are considering a screening, learn about the possible benefits and harms of screening, diagnosis, and treatment, and talk …

By Dr. Lori DeBlasi The following Foot Health Facts on PAD are provided by the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, a specialty medical society of more than 7,800 foot and ankle surgeons: What Is Peripheral Arterial Disease? Commonly referred to as poor circulation, Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) is the restriction of blood flow in the arteries of the …

By Dr. Leonard A. Lado, MD, ABPN Domestic violence has many different names. It is sometimes called domestic abuse, intimate partner abuse, spousal abuse, as well as a variety of other names throughout the last few decades. Whatever name it is given, it has one definition. It is the attempt to gain power over or to control a romantic partner. …

Once you receive your medical marijuana license in Florida — the sky’s the limit. Not only can you search your neighborhood for a medical marijuana dispensary, but you can also cook your own cannabis-infused food. If you’re ready to create mouth-watering dishes that’ll have you buzzing in no time, continue to read and learn everything you need to know about …

By Murilo Lima, M.D. Like it or not, aging is part of life. Our bodies are getting older every minute we are alive. Reaching middle age and then “senior” can be difficult to come to grips with for many. In a perfect world, people would be proud of the experience and wisdom that comes with age. However, that isn’t exactly …

By Dr. Joseph Freedman MD, MBA AFib is an irregular heart rate that is often rapid with palpitations and causes insufficient blood flow. More than 6 million individuals in the United States have AFib. Hereditary heart disease can cause the disorder, but other factors contributing to heart arrhythmias are high cholesterol, high blood pressure, obesity, heavy alcohol use, and more. A …

Hydro facial treatments are in-office medical treatments that focus on resurfacing the skin. They provide cleansing, exfoliation, chemical peel, extractions, and infusion of serums designed for individual skin types. A hydro facial offers such benefits as a brighter complexion, reduction of pores and fine lines, and clearer skin in general. They are safe for sensitive skin and have little to …

By now most Americans have at least heard of the benefits of CBD products. They are becoming more popular each day with over 10% of Americans saying they have tried CBD oil at least once. Benefits such as relieving anxiety and stress as well as reducing inflammation are most often mentioned when talking about Cannabidiols, but did you know that …

By Todd A. Pezzi, M.D., M.B.A. During National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, which is observed each year in September, Advocate Radiation Oncology is raising awareness about the importance of proactive screening for prostate cancer in men aged 50 and above. According to The American Cancer Society, roughly one in nine men are diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. Prostate …