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By James W. Mallonee I often get asked from individuals who move from the North to Florida what will be the tax implications when Florida becomes their permanent domicile. Under ordinary circumstances the impact is none, but there are always surprises which can be avoided provided you know how a change in domicile is viewed by your old State. As …

The fourth of July brings emotions of joy and reasons to celebrate our freedoms and time with friends and family, which are admirable and well needed in this time of our lives, but it goes without saying that fireworks are dangerous. A critical fact that not many people know is that more bystanders are injured by fireworks than those operating …

By Desmond Bell, DPM, CWS – Chief Medical Officer at Omeza Calluses are one of nature’s ways of protecting our bodies, especially when occurring on the hands and feet. Simply stated, calluses are abuild-up of skin, typically over a bony prominence where repetitive, minor trauma has occurred over time. Athletes, manual laborers, guitar players, dancers, or anyone who uses their …

By Dr. Noël Crosby, Au.D. If you’re over 50 years old, you may start experiencing some decline in your cognitive health. Cognitive impairment and dementia are a growing concern. It’s a well-known fact that, as we get older, we tend to experience some level of decline in our cognitive ability. For some of us it may be mild, and for …

Find Out More About Sarasota’s Most Advanced Wound Care And Its Founders Dr. Desmond Bell, DPM, CWS, is the Founder and President of “The Save A Leg, Save A Life” Foundation, a multi-disciplinary non-profit organization dedicated to the reduction in lower extremity amputations and improving wound healing outcomes through education, evidence-based methodology and community outreach. His private practice in Jacksonville, …

3D mammography allows radiologists to view inside of each layer of breast tissue at various angles and slices for intricate breast cancer screenings. 3D mammography is a revolutionary state of the art technology approved by the FDA in February 2011. The fine details of the images are seen more clearly by minimizing overlapping tissue. During a 3D mammogram, multiple low-dose …

It’s normal to be nervous about your annual screenings, but having a sense of relief when hearing your results can put your mind at ease. Screenings in general are a great preventative tool that patients often neglect which can lead to an abnormality actually becoming cancer. Some screening tests can be done in an office setting and are associated with …

By Anne Marie Tremaine, MD May is skin cancer awareness month and it is time to review the basics. You have heard me say this all before, but repetition is key! Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States and the world. We kick off the month with Melanoma Monday which spotlights the most aggressive and deadliest …

Why are so many people flocking to the Naples area? Along with the obvious white sandy beaches, warm sunny days and pristine waters, Naples is a highly-sought after town because it’s clean, vibrant, safe and upscale. Naples is becoming not just a winter hotspot but also a year-round getaway. With all of the extra occupants, things like traffic and scheduling …

April is National Parkinson’s Disease (PD) Awareness Month, a time to learn more about this progressive disorder and the resources and support that is available to the SWFL community through the Parkinson’s Association of SWFL (PASWFL). Every nine minutes someone in our community is diagnosed. PD — which affects the central nervous system — is the fastest growing disorder in …