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By Richard W. Rozensky, DDS, D.ABDSM Sleep apnea affects more than 25 million people in the United States. It is a progressive condition that interrupts breathing patterns throughout a person’s sleep. People who suffer from Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) may have episodes of stopping breathing up to hundreds of times …

A Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) specializes in treating upper extremity disorder for the shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand. A CHT requires a high level of specialization including postgraduate education and extensive clinical experience. They work closely with orthopedic and general surgeons who specialize in the hand to maximize rehabilitation outcomes …

T.E. Vallabhan, MD, FACC In our social culture, drinking with family and friends is common for celebrating special occasions and in some instances coping with life. Drinking alcohol has become extremely accepted in our society, and with that acceptance and desensitization of the harmful effects, comes a lot more alcohol …

Anxiety, phobia, fear, and PTSD (Post-traumatic stress disorder) are responses of our body to potential danger, promoting survival. It is a primary response to keep us safe from threats that could harm us. The problem arises when there is an imbalance between the sympathetic nervous system – responsible for preparing …

For today’s seniors, the desire to stay at home is strong. In fact, the modern elderly population is much different from its past counterparts. Almost 90% of people over 65 want to live in their home and community as long as possible, according to a report by the AARP Public …

By Craig Curtis, M.D. Is your memory not what it used to be? Are you experiencing or having trouble with: Forgetfulness Focusing Short term memory Too many “Senior Moments” Friends or family concerned about your memory problems? It’s possible that your memory problems are simply a sign of aging as …

When it comes to pain management, The Interventional Pain Institute (IPI) is the new name creating waves in The Village and Ocala, Florida. Led by Dr. Brent Compton, the institute offers a comprehensive array of interventional pain services designed to alleviate chronic and acute pain, thereby enhancing patients’ quality of …

For the last 16 years, Patrick Smith has served Clermont as a local estate planning attorney and occasional radio guest host. It’s the last year, though, that has brought his knowledge and outreach to the entire state and across the country — this time returning as host of his own …

By Pastor Tim Neptune Have you ever been at your wits’ end? Have you ever been so confused that you didn’t really know which way was up? Have you ever had the feeling, “I know I need to do something…but I don’t know what ‘something’ to do.” The Bible tells …

Digital eye strain, also known as computer vision syndrome, refers to a group of eye and vision-related complications associated with the prolonged use of the electronic screens of smartphones, computer monitors and tablets. As people become more dependent on these screens for work, entertainment and everyday communication, digital eye strain …