Pasco/ N Tampa

By Michael Branch, MD What is sinusitis, and how long does it last? Chronic sinusitis affects nearly 30 million people in the United States each year.1 Inflammation of the sinuses within the nose and head interferes with how mucus drains and can cause difficulty breathing through the nose due to …

When it comes to colorectal cancer, the facts can be scary. Fortunately, the availability of effective early screening and the ease of making simple lifestyle changes brighten the outlook. Overall, in the U.S., 1 in 23 men (4.3%) and 1 in 25 women (4%) are at risk of developing colorectal …

SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) is a Free program offered by the Florida Department of Elder Affairs and the Area Agency on Aging of Pasco & Pinellas. Specially trained volunteers can assist you with your Medicare, Medicaid, and Health insurance questions by providing one-on-one counseling and information. SHINE …

We are hearing about inflammation more often in health and wellness circles, but what exactly is inflammation and how can we reduce it?  Inflammation is a process by which your body’s white blood cells and the things they make protect you from infection from outside invaders, such as bacteria and viruses. …

Pediatricians, Dr. Nicole Conde and Dr. Mercedez Cruz Keeping children safe is a task that should never be taken lightly, but with the year-round warm days in Florida, outdoor safety is relevant all year long. No matter the age of your child, taking them outdoors or letting them play sports …

By Martin Maldonado, MD, FACG The current guidelines for colonoscopy are recommended for anyone over 45 to get screened. Early colonoscopy prevents cases of colon cancer in those over the age of 45 due to education and efforts to remove polyps early on before they can proliferate and turn cancerous. …

When it comes to preventing cancer, little things can make a big difference, especially when it comes to making healthy lifestyle choices. According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 1.8 million Americans will be diagnosed with cancer this year, and more than 600,000 will die of this disease. Research shows …

By Parveen Vahora, M.D. Do you have pain with your periods or pelvic pain or with intimacy? It may be endometri­osis. What is endometriosis? The endome­trium is a mucous membrane that lines the uterus. The endometrial tissue and cells normally grow and shed within the uterus during the female reproduc­tive …

By Parveen Vahora, M.D. Did you know that 10% of women in their childbearing years have endometriosis? The actual number is probably much higher because it often goes undiagnosed. The endometrium is a mucous membrane that lines the uterus. The endometrial tissue and cells normally grows and sheds within the …

SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) is a Free program offered by the Florida Department of Elder Affairs and the Area Agency on Aging of Pasco & Pinellas. Specially trained volunteers can assist you with your Medicare, Medicaid, and Health insurance questions by providing one-on-one counseling and information. SHINE …