Every June, eye care professionals across the country recognize Cataract Awareness Month, a dedicated time to educate communities about one of the leading causes of vision loss worldwide. At Lake Eye Associates, we believe an informed patient is an empowered one. Whether you’ve recently noticed changes in your eyesight or …

By Chand Rohatgi, MD In the United States, approximately 2 million new cancer cases will be diagnosed in 2025 alone. Even more sobering is the fact that about 1 in 3 people will develop cancer during their lifetime, with current statistics showing approximately 39% of men and women will face …

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 …

By Gene Turner, MD, FAARFM June is Men’s Health Month, and at Mid-Florida Age Management, we believe it’s the perfect time for men of all ages to pause, reflect, and take meaningful action toward a longer, healthier life. Too often, men delay seeking medical care until a problem becomes impossible …

T.E. Vallabhan, MD, FACC John F. Kennedy once said, “The time to repair the roof is when the sun is shining.”  This statement holds true when we focus on many of the issues in life, especially our health.  Some of the most common cardiac risk symptoms are often overlooked.  Ideally, individuals …

By The Vein Center of North Florida Too many men chalk up aching, cramping, or heavy legs to long days on their feet or simply “getting older.” While aging does affect circulation, persistent leg pain is not something to dismiss. For many men, these symptoms may be early warning signs …

By David Kosiorek, PA-C Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC) is one of the most common types of skin cancer, affecting millions of people worldwide each year. At Lumen Dermatology, our experienced team encounters this condition frequently and wants to ensure patients understand the importance of early detection and proper treatment. What …

Low testosterone levels have been linked to premature death in men. Studies have shown men with low testosterone are more likely to die from all causes, including cardiovascular disease. It is unfortunate that middle aged men are unaware of the safeness and life improving benefits of testosterone. It may stem …

Few skincare products wield as much power and promise as sunscreen. It’s not just about avoiding a nasty sunburn — sunscreen is your first line of defense against skin cancer, the most common cancer in the U.S. for both men and women. Navigating the sunscreen aisle can be a daunting …

In an era where healthcare costs continue to rise and medical conditions often go undetected until they become serious, preventive medicine has never been more crucial. Encore Imaging’s BodyView Preventive MRI represents a revolutionary approach to health screening, offering comprehensive peace of mind in under 60 minutes through advanced, radiation-free …