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The Connection Between Varicose Veins and Water Retention

Varicose veins and water retention are two conditions that often go together. Understanding their link is crucial, as addressing one can impact the other. The vein specialists at Central Florida Vein & Vascular Center in Orlando are here to explain how these conditions are intertwined and what you can do …

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How to Protect Yourself Against Summer Urinary Tract Infections

Urinary Tract Infections

As the temperatures rise and summer activities begin, it’s crucial to pay attention to your urinary health. Urinary tract infections (UTIs) can be a common and uncomfortable issue, especially during the warmer months. This article will explore why UTIs are more prevalent in summer and provide practical tips to help …

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Alzheimer’s and Dementia: What’s the Difference

Dementia

Samuel Alfano, D.O. In the realm of cognitive health, two terms often intermingle, causing confusion: Alzheimer’s and dementia. While they are related, understanding their distinctions is crucial for proper diagnosis, treatment, and support. Grasping the contrast between Alzheimer’s disease and dementia not only aids those living with these conditions but …

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Regaining Control: The Benefits of EMSELLA for Urinary Incontinence

Urinary Incontinence

For millions of people, urinary incontinence is an uncomfortable and embarrassing condition that can significantly impact their quality of life. Whether it’s a occasional leak during physical activity or a constant struggle to make it to the restroom in time, urinary incontinence can be a source of frustration, social isolation, …

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Prioritize Your Peepers: Four Essential Tips for Healthy Vision Month

Healthy Vision

By Thomas G. Ward, D.O. July marks the annual Healthy Vision Month, serving as a timely reminder to prioritize our precious eyes. These remarkable organs, responsible for capturing the world’s vibrant hues and intricate details, deserve our utmost care and attention. By adopting simple yet effective habits, we can safeguard …

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The Weighty Legacy: How Childhood Obesity Shapes Adult Health and Well-being

Childhood obesity has become a global epidemic, with rates tripling since the 1970s. This alarming trend not only affects children’s immediate health and quality of life but also casts a long shadow into adulthood. The consequences of carrying excess weight during formative years extend far beyond physical appearance, impacting various …

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Revolutionizing Hormone Replacement Therapy: The Pellet Advantage

Hormone Replacement

In the ever-evolving landscape of hormone replacement therapy (HRT), a new frontier is emerging, one that promises to revolutionize the way we approach hormonal health. This game-changing solution comes in the form of hormone pellets, a cutting-edge delivery method that is rapidly gaining traction among healthcare professionals and patients alike. …

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Infusion Therapy a Better Way to Manage Autoimmune Disorders and Chronic Illnesses

There are more than 100 known autoimmune disorders and chronic illnesses that often require long-term management strategies to alleviate symptoms and improve a patient’s quality of life. Traditionally, many of these conditions have been treated with daily oral medications. However, advancements in medical treatments have introduced infusion therapy as an …

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Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease: A Call for Increased Awareness

Alzheimer's Disease

By David Culbreth, Senior Transitions Specialist, Realtor, SRES Alzheimer’s disease is a degenerative brain disorder that slowly erodes memory, thinking skills, and the ability to perform even the simplest of daily tasks. As the most common form of dementia, Alzheimer’s impacts millions of individuals worldwide, robbing them of their independence …

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Obstructive Sleep Apnea & Oral Appliances: A Solution for a Good Night’s Sleep

Sleep Apnea

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 who suffer from Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) may have episodes of stopping breathing up to hundreds of times …

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