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Navigating the Holidays: How to Stay Merry and Mindful in the Season of Feasts

Navigating the Holidays

By Elisha Lopez Greetings, dear companions on the journey to wellness! As the leaves start to change and fall blankets the world in a tapestry of warm hues, we find ourselves on the cusp of that magical time of year—the holiday season. It’s a season filled with joy, togetherness, and …

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Attorney Patrick Smith Radio Show Now on 17 Stations

www.AttorneyPatrickSmith.com

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 …

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Stop Overlooking Signs of Incontinence

Stop Overlooking Signs of Incontinence

Urinary Incontinence is a common medical condition that affects over 40 million Americans, yet it often goes untreated or unrecognized.  The reason for this trend is multifactorial, spanning from embarrassment to speak about this topic to dealing with more acute or morbid conditions that require focused attention. Nevertheless, it is a …

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Why You Should Get Your Omega-3 Index Measured

Omega-3

By Anne-Marie Chalmers, MD Have you heard about the omega-3 index? Since 2004, scientists have been suggesting it as a tool for measuring a person’s risk of cardiovascular disease, in a similar way to how cholesterol levels are used today. The more research comes out, the more researchers believe that the …

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Attorney Patrick Smith Radio Show Now on 14 Stations

www.AttorneyPatrickSmith.com

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 …

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It’s A Wonderful Life

Wonderful Life

By Pastor Timothy Neptune Every year around this time the old classic Christmas movies start coming on television. It is easy to start a conversation at work by simply asking, “So, what’s your favorite Christmas movie?” Mine is Frank Capra’s It’s A Wonderful Life. Some of you might be able …

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HOW CAN I TREAT DRY EYES NATURALLY?

DRY EYES

Keratoconjunctivitis sicca is the fancy medical term for dry eye syndrome, or chronic dry eye. While everyone can experience dry eyes sometimes, it can become ongoing in some people due to hormonal changes, certain medications, specific autoimmune diseases, allergies, inflamed or blocked eyelid glands, contact lens use, vitamin A deficiency, …

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Alzheimer’s or Dementia… How do you know?

Dementia

In the realm of cognitive disorders, it’s vital to understand the nuances that set Alzheimer’s disease and dementia apart. While Alzheimer’s is a specific type of dementia, the distinction lies in the scope and underlying causes of these conditions. Dementia is a broader term encompassing various cognitive impairments. Alzheimer’s disease …

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ASKING THE RIGHT QUESTIONS WHEN SEARCHING FOR ASSISTED LIVING

ASSISTED LIVING

By Janice Martin, Owner of Senior Liaison of Central Florida A family recently contacted me to help them find an assisted living community that would provide an appropriate placement for their loved one with significant care needs. They had been through one ordeal after another and felt they had been …

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Aging Gracefully: 7 Strategies to Avoid Knee Replacement Surgery

aging gracefully

By Physicians Rehabilitation Knee pain can be a debilitating condition that significantly impacts your quality of life. For many, the prospect of knee replacement surgery is a last resort. However, the good news is that there are numerous strategies you can employ to avoid knee replacement surgery and maintain your …

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