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By Nasser Razack, MD, JD May is stroke awareness month. There are many actions we can take to impact the future of stroke but none greater than its prevention. Our emphasis must switch from the treatment of the disease to its prevention by promoting better health and well-being. Inflammation is our immune system’s response to attacks on the body by …

By Stephanie Haridopolos, M.D., Florida Healthy Kids Corporation Chair and Board-Certified Family Medicine Practitioner As a parent, ensuring your child’s health and wellness is a top priority and, as a mother of three myself, I understand the stress that can go along with that. Scheduling and keeping routine appointments with a trusted health care provider – like your child’s pediatrician …

By Dr. Doreen DeStefano, NhD, APRN Root Causes Holistic Health and medicine introduces Intravenous Laser Therapy to Southwest Florida. We are proud to be on the forefront of this cutting edge technology! Weber intravenous laser therapy offers advanced medically proven non-drug therapy for chronic diseases that strengthens the immune system and optimizes metabolism. It is a medically proven therapy that …

During the past year and a half due to the pandemic, people have become much more obsessed with hygiene. Many have joked about having OCD due to how many times they wash their hands each day, but for a person with OCD, it is no laughing matter. The distress that comes with the anxiety, urges and abnormal compulsions plague the …

Did You Miss Medicare/Health Insurance Open Enrollment? THERE ARE: Special Enrollment Periods • If you turn 65 or are new to Medicare • MOVING out of the AREA/ MOVING to a New Area. • You qualify for extra help with Medicare Prescription Drugs • You dropped a Medigap Policy for the 1st time within the 1st 12 months • Special …

Arthritis Awareness Month is an opportune time to begin a quest for knowledge in regards to being aware of your body, and remaining watchful for symptoms of serious conditions, such as osteoarthritis. Knowledge is power when it comes to your health, and awareness of osteoarthritis, its symptoms and treatment options is essential to living life to its fullest potential, while …

Whether you’re dealing with a tight work deadline or unexpected car trouble, you may be feeling a little stressed. Though stress is a normal part of life, the amount of stress you have and how you react to it may have long-lasting effects on your health. For some, stress triggers headaches or stomach pain. In others, stress may impact arterial …

It’s no secret that having a pet adds so much to a person’s life. In fact, most households in the United States have at least one pet. Beyond the love and attachment we have for our furry friends, studies have shown that the bond between people and their pets can be tremendously beneficial to our health, too. This is especially …

By Dr. Lori DeBlasi In Southwest Florida, the beach is a frequent destination for locals and tourist. The sand, water and all that goes along with them are very enjoyable. But they can be harmful too. Here are some things to keep in mind during your next trip to enjoy the sandy beaches, gulf waters and sunshine. Burns on the …

Your blood has the power to make your skin healthier, younger and more beautiful By Dr. Sebastian Klisiewicz, D.O. The skin of our face and neck goes through a natural aging process. This can create fine lines and wrinkles, facial drooping and changes of texture and color. Unfortunately, this process occurs in everyone. Luckily, there is a natural way to …