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COVID-19 Update & the QCARD

COVID-19 Update & the QCARD

Each day, we learn new facts, figures, and protocols concerning COVID-19. Recently, we were informed by the FDA that they are investigated specific drugs and running expedited trials to see if they are effective at killing the virus. They are also running plasma testing from the blood of those that …

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Interleukin-6: The Inflammation Marker You Need to Know

Interleukin-6

By Bo Martinsen, MD By now, most people have learned that surviving COVID-19 often comes down to having a well-performing immune system. But how do you know if your immune system is in good shape? New research shows that interleukin levels may be one of the strongest predictors of future health …

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The Most Frequently Asked Questions About Amniotic, Placental, and Umbilical “Stem Cells”

Stem Cells

By Regenexx Tampa Bay, Regenerative Medicine Utilizing birth tissues to harvest stem cells for orthopedic and other areas of medicine is an exciting topic. However, there are currently no FDA-approved uses for allogeneic (coming from someone else) stem cell products other than cord blood or bone marrow transplantations after certain …

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What Most People Don’t Know About Health Imaging Exams

Health Imaging Exams

Millions of radiology exams are performed in the US every year, each telling a unique and important story. From simple x-rays to complex nuclear medicine studies, radiology plays a critical role in diagnosing diseases and disorders, planning effective therapy, and even replacing open surgery with safer, less invasive treatment. The …

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Make Your Healthcare Decisions a Priority in the New Year

Healthcare Decisions

Submitted by Hospice of Marion County At the beginning of each year, many people make New Year’s resolutions, some include making healthier decisions about their diet, while others are about exercising or improving family relationships and more. Some are kept and some not so much. There’s one resolution that’s easy …

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New Year, New You, New Brain

New Brain

While none of us can change our genetic makeup, we can change our lifestyle. Lowering inflammation levels in your body can also help lower inflammation in the brain. Eating a healthy diet full of fruits and vegetables and exercising regularly can not only stave off neurological disorders and cognitive decline, …

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The Problem with Bonds

Problem with Bonds

By Adam Bruno, Author of They Lied: The Real Cost of Your Retirement As an Author, Business Owner, and Certified Financial Fiduciary®, it has been a very busy 2021 for me. As we approach the end of 2021, I believe it is fair to say that this year has been …

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This Year, Make a Commitment to Your Skin’s Health

Skin’s Health

The health of our skin should not be overlooked. This can range from preventing and detecting skin cancer to treating acne, or antiaging treatments, such as laser treatments, facials, body contouring, and everywhere in between. As we age, our skin takes on different needs, goes through various phases and requires …

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Hand and Wrist Injuries are Common in Pickleball

Hand and Wrist Injuries

Pickleball is a popular activity that seems to have taken Florida by storm. Everyone seems to be playing pickleball and loving it. According to the USAPA (USA Pickleball Association), 70% of the participants playing pickleball are over the age of 60. That’s a lot of seniors out there enjoying this …

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How to Sell Your Home Fast and For the Most Money

TASHA OSBOURNE, BA – PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTERNATIONAL REALTY It’s a seller’s market, but the key to selling your home fast and for the most money is in the details. Staging is a critical aspect of selling a home, that often goes overlooked by the seller. If a potential buyer is …

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