Dr. Sunil Panchal When you’re dealing with chronic low back pain, it’s difficult to focus on anything other than your discomfort. The agonizing and sometimes debilitating pain can cause us to lose out on the important things, like spending time with our families, being productive at work, and even the simplest …

Submitted by Hospice of Marion County According to the 2023 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures, the Alzheimer’s Association reported that more than 11 million Americans provided unpaid care for people with Alzheimer’s or other dementias. These caregivers provided an estimated 18 billion hours valued at $340 billion. Additionally, 59% of …

Your Body’s Nutritional Aquarium Ever hear “You are what you eat”? While we often focus on consuming whole foods and avoiding processed options, there’s more to optimal health than just eating right. When wellness plateaus occur, the issue may lie not in what you’re consuming, but in how your body …

Do you suffer from Parkinson’s Disease? If so, you’re not alone. Parkinson’s Disease affects millions of people worldwide, making it one of the most common neurodegenerative disorders. This progressive condition challenges patients and their families daily, but ongoing research offers hope for better management and potential breakthroughs in treatment. What …

By Parveen Vahora, M.D. Endometriosis is a painful, chronic condition that affects an estimated 1 in 10 women of reproductive age. It occurs when tissue like that which lines the uterus is found outside the uterus, usually in the abdomen or pelvis. Endometriosis most commonly involves your ovaries, fallopian tubes …

by Samuel P. Martin, MD, FACS, Medical Director at Vascular Vein Centers Spider veins (also called telangiectasias) are small superficial blood vessels in the skin. They get their name because their appearance is similar to that of a spider web. They most commonly appear as blue or purple spider web-like …

By Dr. Tina Chandra Urinary incontinence is a common occurrence in women. It can be caused by vaginal childbirth, changes due to menopause, or even by being overweight. There are two types of urinary incontinence. Stress urinary incontinence is when urine escapes due to physical activities such as running or …

Brent Myers Spring ushers in a new season. It signals the end of “winter” and the beginning of something new. Spring brings new flowers, warmer temperatures, greener grass, and another baseball season. Spring also brings another ritual for many people: cleaning. Yep – good ol’ fashioned spring cleaning. “Out with …

by Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS “It’s not you, it’s me.” “Maybe we should take a break.” “I need space.” “You deserve better.” Break-ups, no matter how long you’re with someone, are never easy. I’m sure you’ve heard or said at least one of these once in your life. While …

Bladder cancer is one of the most frequently diagnosed cancers in the U.S. It occurs more often in men than in women, and the risk increases with age. Most cases—about nine out of 10—occur in people over age 55, with the average age at diagnosis being 73. Throughout their lives, …