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By Janice Martin, Senior Advisor / Family Liaison Most people agree that being the full-time caregiver of a loved one is stressful and exhausting. However, many ignore the effect on their well-being. Outward appearances are deceiving and although you may look fine, the damage to your mental and physical health …

You’re ready to get out there and explore Florida’s natural beauty. Before you head out into the hottest months of the year, you’ll need to grab more than your sunscreen. Sun protection is key during our hot summer months. But according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), …

By Sharon A. Bassett Transitioning to a senior living facility is not an easy time in the life of the senior or the family. Sharon Bassett Premier Realty, INC can help with this transition. Selling the family home can be done in various stages to transition to senior housing. Each …

Americans love the 4th of July, a day when we all get together with family, friends and neighbors to delight in the color, dazzle and brilliance of fireworks. However, it should be no surprise that consumer fireworks, the kind obtained for home use, can cause serious injuries, even fatalities. According …

By Anne-Marie Chalmers, MD Countless blogs detail how exercising, eating well, and sleeping better are crucial for healthy aging. But there’s one aspect to good health that people rarely mention: pooping. Yes, pooping. Maybe as a physician, I should be medically correct and write “defecating” instead. But whatever the term, one …

By Nasser Razack, MD, JD Alzheimer’s has a devastating effect that many people take for granted. Let’s discuss nine ways to prevent the disease and promote better brain health. 1. Engage in brisk walking for at least 30 minutes five times a week. This can reduce Alzheimer’s disease risk by …

By Rev. J. Keith Long Do you live a balanced life? When your life seems to be running smoothly and everything is happening just like you suppose it should, you may not give much thought to what it means. When you seem to be at wits end, you may be thinking …

When you’re booking that flight, choosing the perfect hotel, and planning your vacation activates… do you also look for medical care, the proximity to a hospital or urgent care clinic at your destination? For some families, being close to acute medical care is just as important as a beach front …

Would you rather mow the lawn or clean the bathroom rather than go to the doctor? You’re not alone. A study from the Cleveland Clinic found that most men hate going to the doctor. But this can be deadly. Don’t wait to go to the doctor until you’re sick. In …

TASHA OSBOURNE, BA – PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTERNATIONAL REALTY Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or a veteran real estate investor, if you’re thinking about buying a home in summer, one fact holds true: with the nicer weather comes increased competition for the home you want. In fact, considerations such as “which …