March is National Nutrition Awareness Month.  The food we put into our bodies has a lot more to do with our overall health than most people are aware—including our cholesterol numbers.  Along with a good exercise routine and regular blood work, physicals, and medications, cholesterol levels can naturally be lowered with …

By: Dana Luzon, Au.D., CCC-A, FAAA Board-Certified Doctor of Audiology As an audiologist, it is my job not only to diagnose a hearing problem, but to also determine what the biggest everyday struggles are that each patient has. Hearing loss is often very gradual and difficult for a patient to …

In 2015, Florida retired the FCAT assessments testing and implemented FSA, Florida Standards Assessment. The Florida Standards Assessments measures student’s performance and aptitude in a collection of reading, writing and math tests, which are tied to Florida’s Common Core-based standards, which outline a student’s knowledge base dependent upon their grade-level. According …

By Toni Hedstrom, P.A., Owner REALTOR® Your North Hillsborough, South Pasco County Real Estate Specialist A‘Nip and Tuck’ usually refers to plastic surgery to remove signs of aging on our bodies – but we believe it applies to your home! Your home’s body has an exterior and interior structure that needs …

By Dr. Kent Kreithen, M.D. In psychology, there have been numerous studies on the social and psychological effects that appearance has on individuals. If we’re feeling insecure, socially withdrawn or having difficulty looking someone in the eyes and maintaining confidence, taking a deeper look at the way we perceive ourselves may …

By Dr. DeLuca When it comes to oral hygiene and dental health, men and women aren’t quite the same. According to the American Academy of Periodontology, nearly 57% of men will develop some form of periodontal disease compared to only 38.4 % of women. In more severe disease states, men have …

While there are several types of heart failure, the primary concern is that the heart cannot pump blood and oxygen efficiently throughout the body. Due to this overcompensation, the heart becomes enlarged. The muscle mass of the heart thickens, and the heart tries to beat as fast as possible to keep …

Dr. Vahora, MD, FACOG We’ve heard all of the sayings like, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away,” and we’re much more educated now about healthy diets and the importance of exercise, but what doesn’t garner much attention is the importance of intimacy and sexuality. Being sexually intimate has the …

Currently, an estimated 27 million people suffer from me osteoarthritis (OA), making it one of the most common causes of disability in the U.S. It is estimated by the year 2030, 72 million Americans will be at high risk for osteoarthritis. Patients with chronic joint pain often think their only …

Why is it that some people see the light, while others are constantly reminded of the darkness? The intriguing anatomy and process of our brains help us to better understand the production of fear, anxiety, worry and the decision to take flight or to fight. Anxiety Stress and anxiety are a …