By Parveen Vahora, M.D. Pelvic pain affects millions of women worldwide, significantly impacting their quality of life and daily activities. Two of the most common causes of chronic gynecologic pelvic pain are endometriosis and uterine fibroids. Understanding these conditions and their treatment options is crucial for women seeking relief from …

When your golf swing is lacking, it may be because of underlying mobility issues that are actually. affecting your entire body. Whether impinged muscles, injury, stiffness or pain are limiting your range-of-motion, physical therapy will not only get you out of pain but can improve your golf game by increasing …

Submitted by Hospice of Marion County Unfortunately, there are misguided notions about what hospice is and many myths continue to surface. Here we seek to help you better understand hospice care and dispel some of the common myths so that you and your loved ones can make better informed decisions …

Brent Myers Have you noticed that Summer has arrived? If you haven’t, just wait, you will. This is how I can usually tell that our wonderful south Florida Summer has come: when I bathe, get dressed, walk outside the house thirty feet to my car and when I get in …

By Pastor Timothy L. Neptune The Apostle Peter was a bold man. He stepped up when others stepped back. He was often the first to speak in a group setting. Because of his faith, he was able to walk on water. And, like most risk takers, he experienced his share …

Nerve pain, or neuropathic pain, is one of the most challenging conditions to treat in modern medicine. Unlike typical pain caused by an injury or inflammation, nerve pain stems from damaged or dysfunctional nerves that send faulty signals to the brain. Traditional treatments—such as medications, injections, and surgery—often provide limited …

A Full Head of Hair When it comes to Father’s Day, it’s always hardest trying to get a gift for the man who has everything. Sure, you can stick to the cliches like a new tie or a pair of socks, but come on, that’s a little played out by …

Stroke remains one of the leading causes of death and disability worldwide, affecting millions of people each year. While most people are familiar with traditional risk factors like high blood pressure, diabetes, and smoking, there’s a lesser-known but equally important factor that could be silently increasing your cardiovascular risk: Lipoprotein(a), …

Most people are aware that “binge drinking” or having too much alcohol in a brief period can cause alcohol poisoning and be deadly. With the average calorie count in a standard drink ranging from 90 to 200 calories, it’s a well-known contributor to weight gain. Yet, research confirms that less …

By Gene Turner, MD, FAARFM June is Men’s Health Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about preventable health issues and encouraging men to take proactive steps toward optimal wellness. While men are statistically less likely to visit healthcare providers regularly, the reality is that many common health concerns can …