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Arthritis is the presence of inflammation and swelling of the cartilage in the lining of the joints usually in the presence of increased fluid accumulation in the joints. The prevalence of arthritis increases with age, however, people of all ages can be affected. It is often associated with more than 100 identifiable disorders. When we hear the term arthritis, most …

When one thinks of arthritis, one usually thinks of joint pain and debilitation. While pain is a well-known and ubiquitous symptom of arthritis that accelerates the rate of debilitation, there is new research leading to new hope for those suffering from this disease. Before we speak more about this new research, let’s first discuss arthritis and clarify the disease and …

By Marek Zajac, FootXperts Founder and CEO 80 percent of people have foot dysfunctions which don’t necessarily cause foot pain, but are responsible for their knee pain, back pain, sciatica, hip joint pain, posture problems, imbalance and other painful conditions. The reason and explanation for that is simple: Your body works as a chain of muscles and bones and your …

Enthusiasts of cannabidiol (better known as CBD) rave about the substance’s health benefits. Some small studies have shown that CBD could be a remedy for anxiety and help children with post-traumatic stress disorder get to sleep. The substance was even FDA-approved last year as a prescription drug to manage rare, severe forms of epilepsy. So naturally, you might be wondering: …

When oxygen and blood can’t reach the brain, the brain cells begin to die very rapidly. When you are experiencing symptoms of stroke, minutes matter! There is a medication called tissue plasminogen activator (tPA) that can break through a blood clot, but not everyone with stroke can receive the clot-busting drug tPA. If the medical team deems it fit for …

Loosing hair? You’re not alone. Nearly 50 percent of men, by their late forties or early fifties, are suffering from noticeable hair loss. Surprisingly, the statistics for women are even higher. By age 40, upwards of 40 percent of women suffer from hair loss that appears only to worsen with age. By 60, 80 percent of women have hair-thinning worries. …

By Dr. Graciela Garton According to the American Cancer Society, 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer by the age of 70. With more than 5 million cases diagnosed annually, skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the U.S. Even more sobering is the widespread misconception that breast, prostate, lung, brain and bone cancers are the …

By Dr. Diana Schultz Are you dreaming of a healthcare profession? Consider starting with associate level courses. Most career paths, such as nursing, dental hygiene or physical therapy, require that you complete pre-requisite courses at the associate degree level before applying to the professional programs. At Hodges University, you can take healthcare programs’ pre-requisite courses as part of an Associate …

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 …