By Richard W. Rozensky, DDS, D.ABDSM Sleep apnea affects more than 25 million people in the United States. It is a progressive condition that interrupts breathing patterns throughout a person’s sleep. People that suffer from Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) may have episodes of stopping breathing up to hundreds of times …

Urinary issues are a common problem among women of all ages. It can be an embarrassing and frustrating issue to deal with, but it is important to know that you are not alone. We spoke with Dr. Kenneth Essig, a urologist with BayCare Medical Group, to better understand the urinary …

by Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS I was looking at some Father’s Day cards the other day in a gift shop when I found myself intrigued by several humorous (corny, really) ones that playfully addressed the topic of hair loss. Here were a few of the messages (I snapped pictures …

The liver is the largest solid internal organ of the body. It cleanses and removes toxins from our blood. The liver performs hundreds of functions in the body. Like any other part of the body, the liver also needs to be taken care of. A healthy liver means a healthy …

The American Cancer Society projects that nearly two million new cases of cancer will be diagnosed in the U.S. during 2023. The top three cancers among men are prostate, lung and colon. For women, the top three cancers are breast, lung and colon. Thanks to ongoing scientific research, however, medical …

By Elisha Lopez In the whirlwind of my life as a real estate broker, mom, and community leader, maintaining a clear mind has become my secret weapon. The demands of these roles can be overwhelming, but I’ve discovered that by focusing on eating right, managing stress, and practicing self-care, I …

By Ravi Chandra, MD, FRCS – The Vein Center of North Florida Varicose veins are veins that have become enlarged and twisted. They usually occur in the legs and can be painful and unsightly. The veins in our legs have one-way valves that help to keep blood flowing toward the …

By Katie Keel, APRN-C When it comes to skin care, men have traditionally kept it simple. However, more men are now pursuing healthier, younger-looking skin, making it a great time for men to evaluate their skin care routine and learn more about how to take care of their body’s largest …

Submitted by Hospice of Marion County Have you ever had a ‘senior moment’ — momentarily forgetting why you walked into a room, forgetting where you put something? You laugh about it, calling it an age-related problem, but later wonder was it really a temporary lapse in memory or could it …

The cornea is the clear, dome-shaped area at the front of the eye, covering the iris and pupil. Light enters the cornea, and its purpose is to refract that light onto the retina, which in turn delivers visual information to the brain. The cornea is responsible for most of the …