By Pastor Timothy Neptune In our fast-paced culture, calendars overflow, to-do lists never end, and we race from one commitment to the next. We long for week-ends only to collapse before Monday’s demands return. Many of us live as prisoners of the clock, pushing ourselves to burnout. But what if …

By Gene Turner, MD, FAARFM Every May, National Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month shines a spotlight on one of the most common yet underdiagnosed conditions affecting older adults. At Mid-Florida Age Management, we believe that protecting your bones is one of the most important investments you can make in your …

OK. So here we are… five months into a new year. How are things working out for you? Did you set goals for making this year the best year ever? Did you have dreams and ambitions to make this year different? Did you plan on making things better? Well… how …

T.E. Vallabhan, MD, FACC When oxygen and blood can’t reach the brain, the brain cells begin to die very rapidly. When you are experiencing symptoms of stroke, minutes matter! There is a medication called tissue plasminogen activator (tPA) that can break through a blood clot, but not everyone with stroke …

By Mohammed Elamir, MD, FACP We’ve all experienced some of the more unpleasant side effects of aging: Forgetting the name of a song, groaning when we bend over to pick up an object, or struggling to keep up with the kids or grandkids. As we age, maintaining brain health, mobility, …

The pain pandemic continues to affect joints worldwide, with over 500 million people impacted by osteoarthritis (OA). Joint pain fundamentally alters how people feel and function in daily life, but fortunately, numerous non-medication support options exist. When experiencing pain, exercise might seem counterintuitive. However, as Professor Helen French emphasizes, “exercise …

Eye allergies develop when the eyes produce extra histamines to fight off an irritant, resulting in red, swollen, watery eyes that can burn, itch, and produce clear discharge. However, each individual’s reaction level is different depending on how sensitive they are to each allergen. Here are some common causes of …

Mirror Therapy (MT) is an occupational therapy technique used to help increase motor function and decrease pain in a limb, such as in your hand or wrist. The principle of MT is the use of a mirror to create a reflective illusion of the affected limb in order to trick …

In a time where health and well-being are becoming increasingly important across all demographics, Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) stands out as an advancement that has the potential to redefine standards for both men and women. As we navigate the complexities of aging, the decrease in testosterone levels brings about challenges …

Autism is a spectrum disorder that is quickly increasing in rates across the world. Here in the United States, it is one of the fastest-growing developmental disabilities affecting up to 1. 5 million. Commonly, social interaction and communication dysfunction are prevalent. While there are degrees of the spectrum disorder and …