Central Florida Health and Wellness Magazine Health and Wellness Articles of the Villages
May 8th kicks off Women’s Health Week and the 8th is also Mother’s Day, making it the perfect time to think of protecting your health and reminding the women you love they might be due for a routine screening mammogram. The Board Certified radiologists of RAO recommend that women get …
Read More »Keeping Your Cholesterol Levels in Check
Has your doctor advised you to reduce your cholesterol level? That is no surprise considering how many people have high cholesterol these days. It seems that everyone is concerned about high cholesterol, and rightfully so. High cholesterol can cause clogged blood vessels, leading to heart attack and stroke. According to …
Read More »How to Handle TMS. . . Tired Mom Syndrome
By Nancy Jergins – iMOM.com If you’ve never heard of TMS, you’ve probably had it—Tired Mom Syndrome. I coined the phrase after laughing with my children about my late evening fatigue that sets in after long days of running around and doing the things mothers do. The symptoms? A higher …
Read More »Keeping Summer Safe From basic first aid to family emergencies
By Lindsay Crocker, Family Nurse Practitioner Summer fun is just around the corner: sun, sports, pools, playgrounds and other outdoor activities abound. It’s no surprise to any parent that the summer season is also the busiest for your local emergency room. Knowing what to do when an emergency arises, when …
Read More »InterCommunity Cancer Center wants to know, “Who’s got your back?”
May is melanoma & skin cancer awareness month, and InterCommunity Cancer Center in Lady Lake, Florida, wants to know, “who’s got your back?” The back is the most common location for melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer. Adequately applying sunscreen to your own back can be difficult. Find a …
Read More »Do you know your Heart Health?
Every day your heart beats approximately 100,000 times, sending 2,000 gallons of blood surging through your body. Although it’s no bigger than your fist, your heart has the mighty job of keeping blood flowing through the 60,000 miles of blood vessels that feed your organs and tissues. Keeping your heart …
Read More »Natural Arthritis Relief
Arthritis is the most common cause of disability in the United States, limiting the activities of nearly 21 million adults, according to the CDC. Those with arthritis, though, don’t have to be slaves to their genetics or gym injuries; there are several natural arthritis remedies to help heal joint pain …
Read More »Your dreams with our exceptional service.
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 …
Read More »Neurofeedback – Train Your Brain Noninvasive, drug free treatment for mental disorders.
Mental disorders ranging from depression to substance abuse can completely change the direction of an individual’s life. For those who want to make a change, the challenge can sometimes put it out of reach as a complete understanding of the disorder may be lacking. There are numerous treatment methods available …
Read More »May is Food Allergy Action Month!
How Many People Have Food Allergies? • Researchers estimate that up to 15 million Americans have food allergies. • This potentially deadly disease affects 1 in every 13 children (under 18 years of age) in the U.S. That’s roughly two in every classroom. • The economic cost of children’s food …
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