Regardless of age, race, or family history, all women – and about 1% of men – have some level of risk for breast cancer. Primary risk factors include age and gender, along with a number of other factors, such as obesity and alcohol use, which can be moderated through healthy lifestyle choices. Today, there are many types of effective treatments …
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By Hoglund Family Hearing and Audiology Services As wearing face masks becomes the new normal across the country, one group of people is adapting to a unique set of mask-related challenges: the hearing loss community. These challenges disproportionately affect older adults: In the U.S., almost 25% of people ages 65 to 74 and 50% of people ages 75 and over …
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Nicolas Perez, M.D. – Korunda Pain Management Center Chronic Pain can lead to depression, addictions, anxiety, stress, isolation, and even suicide. Finding relief from pain is critical to having the quality life you deserve. Avoiding surgery and being over medicated should be at the forefront of most people’s minds when dealing with chronic pain. However, most of these individuals would …
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By Michael E. Kriz, PT, DPT, OCS, CFMT The phrase “Core Stability” is used a lot by all disciplines involved in health and wellness. In our twenty years of experience as physical therapists we have seen that the definition of “the core” is highly variable but most often includes the abdominals. The core muscles attach to, and stabilize, the spine, …
Read More »For many seniors, the abundant choices available for senior housing can be overwhelming. Making an informed and confident decision can take some time and quite a bit of research, so we’ve broken down the most common options and the features and benefits that differentiate them. Senior Living Communities Independent senior living communities are often the first to be considered for those …
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By Ulla-Undine Merritt (Dee) National Producer Number (NPN) 8853366 Individual/Family Health Insurance Open enrollment will start November 1, 2020, to December 15, 2020 for January 1st, 2021 effective. This deadline pertains to fully insured plans that meet the Affordable Care Act (ACA)/Obama Care Guidelines. * Very important for people that have pre-existing conditions and or would qualify for government subsidies. …
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Prostate Screening Has Been Impacted by COVID-19 According to a July 2020 article* published in the journal Nature, the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) is advising against routine prostate cancer (PC) screening, including prostate specific antigen (PSA) testing and digital rectal examination (DRE), for all asymptomatic individuals until the pandemic subsides. While the decrease in screening may be concerning for …
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In the hot summer months in Florida, outdoor barefoot activities area a norm. Parents and families can prevent cuts, puncture wounds and other injuries while barefoot by following some simple recommendations from one Fort Myers foot and ankle surgeon. “Shoes are the best way to protect your family’s feet from injuries,” says Dr. Sahiba Singh, DPM, AACFAS. “But if your …
Read More »Breast cancer affects both men and women. In the United States, the CDC reports that over 276,400 women are diagnosed with invasive breast cancer annually, along with 48,530 new non-invasive breast cancer cases. Breast cancer also affects approximately 2,600 men each year. Notably, the statistics of survival are increasing, mostly due to patient education and early diagnosis. Millennium Physician Group’s …
Read More »Eyelid skin is very thin and often one of the first areas in the body to show signs of aging. While changes in the eyelid tissues and surrounding skin are common, they can affect the way you see yourself and the world around you. Healthy Aging Month in September serves as a timely opportunity to address what treatment options are …
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