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Healthy Aging Starts with Your Brain

By W.L. “Hunter” Huntley, III, HAS, BC-HIS When most people think of healthy aging, healthy brain function is not usually the first subject that comes to mind. However, keeping your brain “properly” stimulated is one way to ward off maladies such as dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Our brain is the most complicated and delicate organ of the body. Therefore, it …

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Empty Nesters…Got New Grandkids? Estate Planning Tips for New Family Members.

By Steven J. Gibbs, Esq. This month’s article springs from my personal experience because we have a newborn and this changes everything for estate planning.  Changes resulting from new family members apply to parents and grandparents alike and this article focuses on the kinds of updates that are necessary when new family members arrive on the scene. Key Estate Planning …

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Alleviate Hip Pain with Acupuncture

Do you suffer from hip pain?  At the end of the day, is it difficult to walk or get up from a chair?  Are your hips sore and achy?  If so, I have good news for you. Acupuncture can alleviate the pain you are experiencing so you can get back to the activities that you enjoy.  Pain relief usually begins …

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THE REAL CAUSE OF CHRONIC PAIN JOINT INSTABILITY

WHAT IS PAIN? Pain indicates tissue damage. In case of joint pain, the tissue that is damaged is “white” tissue. White tissue refers to joint structures with poor blood supply. Due to the limited blood supply, these structures have a compromised healing ability. White joint structures include cartilage, discs, labrum, ligaments, meniscus, and tendons. Conversely, muscles are red tissue. They …

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Men’s Health Month Erectile Dysfunction

By Harry Tsai, M.D. – Normal erectile functions depends on multiple factors such as blood flow, normal signals from the brain to the nerves and muscles in the penis, and testosterone levels.  Men who have difficulty obtaining, keeping an erection are considered to have erectile dysfunction. Cause . Lifestyle choices: being overweight, smoking, excessive alcohol, drug abuse . Health conditions: …

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IS YOUR HOME SAFE OR STILL RIGHT FOR YOU?

Written by, Christi L Bryant, Realtor with Assist Seniors Group with Keller Williams “There’s no place like home, there’s no place like home, there’s no place like home.” How true are those famous words from so long ago?  Dorothy was right, NOTHING is like home.  For many of us, home is our safe-haven, sanctuary, largest or only investment, and pride …

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Hair Loss Caused by Thyroid Issues

By LaDonna Roye, Hairstylist At LaDonna Roye Hairstylists, one type of hair loss we frequently see is a result of thyroid issues. Thyroid related hair loss includes general thinning of the hair, especially noticeable on top of the head, and texture change, from soft and shiny to coarse, dull and brittle. In its early stages many clients believe it is …

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Why People REALLY Go to the Doctor and Why Acupuncture is a Surprising Alternative

By Toni Eatros, MS, Dipl Ac, AP The most common reasons that people in the U.S. go to the doctor may surprise you.  You may also be surprised that Acupuncture offers a great complementary or alternative treatment approach to every one of these disorders. 1.    Skin disorders: Acne, eczema, and sebaceous cysts topped the list and brought the most men …

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How to Avoid Probate Litigation

By Rebecca M. Vaccariello, Esq. As a probate litigator, I see many cases that cannot be avoided.  However, there are some probate and trust litigation matters that potentially could be avoided with proper planning. One of the biggest areas that tend to cause problems is when people endeavor to tackle complex estate planning on their own.  Even simple wills can …

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NeuroBlate System: A Cutting Edge New Tool to Resect Brain Tumors

By Melvin Field, M.D. May is National Brain Tumor Awareness Month. According to the American Brain Tumor Association, nearly 70,000 new cases of primary brain tumors will be diagnosed this year, representing the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in males and females younger than 20. This month is an opportunity for us to come together to highlight the tributes and …

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