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By Dr. Kevin Kozak Every September, National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month presents an opportunity to increase awareness and discussion on prostate cancer, the second most common type of cancer among men in the U.S. Nearly one in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetimes. The American Cancer Society estimates there will be 248,530 new cases diagnosed …

When carotid arteries build up with plaque, the risk of stroke is high; it’s common for individuals to show no symptoms until the plaque build-up (atherosclerosis) is severe, this condition is referred to as Carotid Arterial Stenosis. Because atherosclerosis causes a blockage and narrowing of the artery, it prevents proper oxygen and blood flow to the brain. The plaque can …

If you wake up and your eyes are barely lubricated, find it hard to blink enough tears, have a gritty sensation in your eyes throughout the day, or are feeling that your eyes are simply irritated, you might be suffering from “dry eye”. It occurs when the quantity or quality of tears diminishes and can no longer lubricate the eye …

COVID has caused us all to focus on health issues. It is flaring up again as you read this. We tend to avoid focusing on a major future health issue which is the possible need for Long Term Care or assisted living situations down the road. There are two main reasons for this. One, people think “I’m healthy. It won’t …

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By Ian M. Kahane, MD Nine out of ten adults in the U.S. suffer from severe headaches, and women are three times more likely than men to develop migraines. These painful headaches can affect individuals occasionally, frequently, or daily. Some migraines may be sharp and piercing, others may be dull and throbbing, but most migraines cause debilitating pain and nausea. …

For today’s baby boomers, it’s more important than ever to stay healthy and active as they age. While growing older causes some unavoidable body changes, more boomers are focusing on healthy lifestyles that can help them prevent problems associated with aging such as mobility issues related to the feet and legs. Impairment of the lower extremities is a leading cause …

Exercise is one of the most important factors in determining how healthy our veins are. Vein diseases, namely venous insufficiency and varicose veins are caused by a variety of factors, but fortunately there are exercises that can make a huge impact in improving overall vein health. CHRONIC VENOUS INSUFFICIENCY As many as 40 million people suffer from varicose veins or …

By Heidi Smith, Contributor The pain in Janine Salvo’s right hip was excruciating – and familiar. “I recognized the same bone-on-bone pain I had with my other hip,” said the 60-year-old North Port woman, whose left hip was replaced in 2017 in Connecticut. “I knew it was time to get help.” Salvo’s primary care physician recommended North Port orthopedic surgeon …

When the Fed lowers interest rates, it aims to increase borrowing and spending by businesses and consumers. It also aims to generate more business activity and more hiring. When the central bank raises interest rates, it is generally an action to reduce inflation and “cool off” the economy. The focus right now is on Inflation. In latter July, the government …