It’s only natural that a visit to the emergency room sparks anxiety about the issue itself, tests and fear of all the unknowns associated with an unexpected health issue. Emergency rooms are designed to be a safe place for individuals seeking immediate and significant medical attention. The Villages® Regional Hospital …

Each year, nearly 1.6 million vehicular accidents take place in the U.S. When we consider that 750,000 people suffer from a heart attack annually, it puts things into perspective. Many people take driving for granted and they can become careless without really considering how dangerous the roads can be, especially here …

If you have migraine headaches, you’re not alone. Nine out of ten adults in the U.S. suffer from severe headaches, and women are three times more likely than men to develop migraines. Painful headaches can affect individuals occasionally, frequently, or daily. While some are sharp and piercing, others may be dull …

There are countless ongoing peer-reviewed studies on the medical outcomes of utilizing Cannabis as a drug therapy in patients that have cancer, multiple sclerosis, HIV/AIDS, cognitive damage, rheumatoid arthritis, PTSD, epilepsy, ALS, Crohn’s, Parkinson’s, Lupus, and many other disorders. CBD oil is also a viable alternative for many patients wanting the healing …

The Screening Age Has Been Lowered for Those At Risk Getting a colonoscopy was something you usually didn’t have to worry about until you turned 50, but the American Cancer Society has altered their recommendation for a first-time colon cancer screening to age 45 for those at risk of cancer. …

What is the Strawberry Inch-Loss Laser? The Strawberry Inch-Loss treatment is a non-invasive, painless way to reduce fat and inches. This amazing treatment was discovered by chance in England. Researchers were testing these low-level lasers for chronic pain. Surprisingly, they noticed that all of the participants in the study were …

By Anthony Pribila, PT, DSc, CMPT, CMP, CEAS The shoulder is the most mobile joint in the body and frequently prone to injury during weight training. Unfortunately, the shoulder’s incredible mobility is sacrificed for stability, making injury a possibility. Shoulder injuries frequently result from sports that involve excessive sudden resistance …

I’m going to be bold and bet you my lunch money that you have heard numerous times in your life that the skin is a VERY important organ regarding health, wellbeing and beauty. If you haven’t, welcome to planet earth! My point is, considering that the skin care industry represents …

By Kevin T Barlow, AuD Treatment for hearing loss comes in many forms, including the well-known use of hearing aids. Now a wealth of information from recent studies has suggested that adding specific vitamins, minerals, and nutrients to patients’ diets may head off the need for such devices later in …

Stress and anxiety are a normal part of life and usually short-lived, but for 40 million Americans, it’s a daily battle. Whether it’s anxiety due to biological, psychosocial, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), the treatment options usually include behavioral therapy, counseling, and various prescription medications that block or dull different …