By Kristen Nardolillo, LCSW, Cornerstone Hospice Children’s Bereavement Counselor When someone loses a loved one, the person can experience a variety of intense feelings. The emotions can be consuming and even overwhelming to the point it affects everyday life. Through life experience, an adult may recognize that the range of …

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Over the counter, allergy medications treat the symptom, not the cause. The AllergywoRx program, developed in 2011 by a clinical team that included doctors, pharm. D’s and compounding pharmacists, is one of the foremost comprehensive allergy treatment programs in the nation. Powered by AllMedRx Specialty Pharmacy this immunotherapy program is …

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 …

As the aging population of Americans grows, adjustments must be made to the way healthcare services are managed and provided. One of those major changes rolled out last year when Medicare allowed total knee replacement surgery to be eligible for payment in the Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) setting as of …

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 …

Cataracts are an exceptionally common problem, especially as we age. Past age 60, many people find their vision becoming muted, distorted or blurred as cataracts form. Since our region is richly populated with folks who are living full and interesting lives into their 70s, 80s and 90s, there is a …

By Bryan Carter, MPA-C, Phlebology-Surgery If you’ve noticed that your legs, ankles, or feet are beginning to look darker, show redness or small dots that resemble a rash, you will want to seek out medical diagnosis and treatment as soon as possible. These symptoms are often associated with cardiovascular disease. …

Flower displays, teddy bears, and heart-shaped candy boxes—Valentine’s Day certainly knows how to make an entrance. However, there’s much more to celebrate in February than Cupid. In fact, there’s an entire month’s worth. February is American Heart Month: the perfect time to learn about the risks associated with heart disease …