It’s not the little blue box from a certain jewelry store; it’s not the newest version of the never-ending latest versions of phones; it’s not even the big bow on top of a new car (although that is pretty cool!)—It’s time. Connecting with loved ones is the best gift that …

Diet, exercise and getting recommended screenings are some of the ways to lessen your risk of getting cancer. As we close out 2021, many of us will be making resolutions to get healthier in the coming year. Even though most Americans know that we should make healthy choices, such as …

Back in 2013, in an effort to reduce the high mortality rate of lung cancer, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) released guidance for low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) screening for current and former heavy smokers. The effort successfully reduced lung cancer deaths among participants 55-80 years of age who …

By Rama Balaraman, M.D., Board Certified Oncologist and Hematologist There is a dramatic shift in healthcare that many patients are unaware of. Most of the community and privately owned practices are being bought out by large corporations and hospital systems. Why this shift matters—With our oncology practice, we are one …

By Adam Bruno, Certified Financial Fiduciary® Inflation is a steady rise in the price of goods and services over time and actually signals both good and bad economic conditions. On one hand, as prices rise, someone living on a fixed income cannot purchase the same amount of goods, so they …

Submitted by Hospice of Marion County Mark your calendar for these HMC events: November 12 — 5:30 p.m. Take in a Friday night movie at the historic Marion Theatre in downtown Ocala. “Terms of Endearment” won five Academy Awards in 1983 for its riveting exploration of loss and the difficult …

November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness month, drawing focus on ways to help prevent diabetes-related vision loss. Anyone with type 1, type 2 or gestational diabetes (diabetes that occurs with pregnancy) may be at increased risk of vision loss, so early diagnosis is the key to preserving optimal vision. One …

Flu and COVID-19 are similar enough to cause confusion about vaccines. They’re both contagious respiratory illnesses, but they’re caused by different viruses. And the vaccines used to prevent these viruses use different technologies. If you’re thinking flu isn’t all that bad, think again. Flu can be severe and even lead …

During the upcoming holiday season, isn’t it time to finally feel confident and happy with your skin? Anti-aging treatment methods don’t have to be invasive or full of toxins and chemicals. TNT specializes in holistic functional medicine as well as anti-aging treatments that are natural and beneficial for your skin, …

November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, a time to support and raise awareness for the more than six million Americans currently living with Alzheimer’s, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. At Sumter Senior Living, we know the challenges presented by memory loss can be difficult to navigate, but we’re here to help …