By Michael Branch, MD Voice Changes Can Be a Sign of Health Risks Changes in a Person’s Voice Shouldn’t be Ignored. Minor hoarseness from a cold or allergies is normal but if the voice changes last for more than three weeks it’s time to make a doctor’s appointment. Being proactive …

During the holidays, we’re looking forward to spending time with family, traveling, and attending events; our lives tend to be a bit more hectic. With all of the extra festivities and travel, injuries often coincide. This is especially true when it comes to travel. Tip #1 When traveling for long …

Though we love this time of year, it can be pretty stressful. Crazy schedules. Financial strain. Traffic. Less time for exercise. Complicated family dynamics. Studies have shown that cardiac events such as heart attacks and strokes peak during the holiday season. A number of factors are thought to be responsible, …

Many healthcare organizations are now encouraging physicians to take on executive positions. That is just what Central Florida Health, the 636-bed not-for-profit healthcare system comprised of Leesburg Regional Medical Center and The Villages® Regional Hospital, has done. Last month, the organization welcomed David H. Berger, MD, FACS, MHCM as the newest …

By Teresa K. Bowman, Of Counsel As we enter December, most of us begin thinking about giving gifts to those we love. Although retail stores have bombarded us with holiday decorations since October, once December rolls around it’s time to get serious. Once they reach a certain age, many of …

Are you feeling stressed-out? With events, holiday preparations, meetings, kid’s after school activities, and the list goes on and on. We want to look our best, feel energized and let’s not forget that we’re all attempting to stave off the flu virus this season. However, we often get so caught up …

By Gil Cortes, MD, FAAD Melanoma is a cancer that begins in the skin cells that create the pigment melanin. Melanoma usually starts as a dark mole on the skin. However, it can also form in other tissue, such as the eye or intestine. In 2018, an estimated 96,480 patients in …

Did you know that the AARP reports that 89% of patients want to remain in their home, Lake Centre Home Care provides private supportive care for those who want to maintain their independence, yet need some form of assistance? In addition to coming to your home, they are available to support …

By Kevin Spitler, Co-Ownner and Tiffany Demoe, Co-Owner Do you want your kids to have the opportunity to write letters to Santa and receive one back from him? My Hemp Solutions is making that dream come true. For a second year in a row Central Florida will see several “Handwritten …

Anna lost count years ago of the number of blouses she’s ruined. Not because of spills, overuse or laundry mishaps, mind you. No, the cause of Anna’s wardrobe’s short life is much, more simple: “From around age 30 on, my underarms would sweat excessively and uncontrollably,” she explains. Despite trying …