By Jodi Thomas Have you ever felt rejected? Or uninvited? Or not included? It’s a feeling most of us are familiar with. That awful feeling of finding out there was a function where everyone was invited, except you. Whether it’s a group of 3, 13, or 30, it always stings. …

A cancer diagnosis changes everything; it is, perhaps, the most feared diagnosis a doctor can make Any patient in that situation wants to be assured they have access to the most advanced treatments, delivered by a physician who is both experienced and compassionate. And it helps tremendously if treatment can …

By Anthony V. DeIorio Jr., MD, FACS In discussing colon health, there are two key factors to consider. First, to achieve a healthy colon, one must regulate diet and supplements to normalize bowel movements. Crucial to that is the incorporation of fiber within the diet either through the foods eaten …

Dr. John Bidelspach November is American Diabetes Month; a time to bring to light the crippling nature of this looming public health crisis. Diabetes is a serious disease, one that affects the entire body: the kidneys, heart, blood vessels, brain and more. But as a Podiatrist, I’d like to address one …

Freedom Pointe at The Villages – a Brookdale Life Care Community Our community gives you the freedom to enjoy life as you choose today with assurance that you have a full continuum of care options for tomorrow. The Life Care Program Life Care empowers residents to lead a dynamic lifestyle …

Meir Daller, M.D. If you are a man approaching middle age, make it a priority to get to know, love, and care for your prostate. Ignore this little organ at your peril! Roughly half the male population of North America and Western Europe will have enlarged prostates by their mid-50s. …

By Physicians Rehabilitation Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common illness that causes joints to become stiff and extremely painful.  If you have been diagnosed with OA you are not alone.  Over 27 million people in the United States alone are reported to have this condition! Though OA can affect multiple joints …

These days, most of us are deeply aware of the importance of staving off cancer to the best of our ability, but how are we really doing in that department? Cancer Prevention Quiz 1. Would you say that your diet is mostly fruits and vegetables, or made up of processed …

Many people may not realize that a radiologist is a licensed physician who has completed four years of medical school, a year of internship and four years of residency in general radiology. Some undergo a year of fellowship as well. Such extensive education and training is necessary to deftly diagnose, manage …

We’ve all seen the movie scenes where a man gasps, clutches his chest and falls to the ground. In reality, a heart attack victim could easily be a woman, and the scene may not be that dramatic. “Although men and women can experience chest pressure that feels like an elephant sitting …