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Heart Disease in Seniors: Understanding the Silent Threat

Heart Disease

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for all genders, races, and ethnicities in the United States. According to the CDC, it claims a life every 34 seconds. That makes it so that roughly one out of every five deaths is a direct result of heart disease. That’s a …

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Emerging Treatments for Age-Related Macular Degeneration: A Beacon of Hope for Adults Over 50

Macular Degeneration

By Dan P. Montzka, M.D. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) remains a prevalent concern for individuals over 50, affecting their vision and quality of life. This progressive eye condition gradually damages the macula, the central portion of the retina, leading to blurred or distorted vision and, in severe cases, vision loss. …

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Consider CBD For Your Heart and Your Sweetheart

Consider CBD

Love is in the air and if you are looking for a special gift for your sweetheart consider CBD. For couples it should be valentines every day, not just one day of the year. We all get so busy with work and life stresses that we do not often consider …

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Do You Need Knee Replacement Surgery? What You Should Know

Knee Replacement

By Sergio Martinez, D.O. When it comes to joint replacement, one of the main conditions that orthopedic surgeons see and treat daily is knee pain. Arthritis is one of the primary causes of knee pain in the aging population. Your Knees Withstand Remarkable Pressure on a Daily Basis Walking, standing, …

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Embracing Self-Love: Thoughtful Self-Care Gifts for a Blissful Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is often associated with romantic gestures and expressions of love towards others. But here’s a thought. In addition to expressing your love and appreciation for others, you should also celebrate the most important relationship of all – the one with yourself. Embracing self-love is a powerful and empowering …

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Nurturing Love: The Importance of Couples’ Health

Nurturing Love

By Elisha Lopez In a world where life’s pace is often frenetic, maintaining a healthy lifestyle becomes a shared journey for couples. Beyond the superficial aspects of physical well-being, the synergy between partners in embracing a wholesome lifestyle can significantly impact their relationship. 1. Physical Wellness as a Foundation Couples …

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BETTER FIVE YEARS TOO EARLY THAN FIVE MINUTES TOO LATE

Senior Liaison

By Janice Martin, Owner of Senior Liaison of Central Florida Someone recently told me that a salesperson at a community once said to her, “Better five years too early than five minutes too late.” I had never heard that before, but I couldn’t agree more. It validates what I have …

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Stress Incontinence Is Nothing To Sneeze At

“Stress incontinence” is a reality for millions of women in America today. The “stress” is not emotional or mental pressures. Rather, it’s physical pressure put on the bladder that can cause urine leakage. Something as simple as a sneeze or a cough might trigger a leak. Standing up suddenly, lifting …

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Stress Management for Your Heart: Why it’s Critical

Stress Management for Your Heart: Why it’s Critical

T.E. Vallabhan, MD, FACC We all know it’s imperative to keep ourselves healthy through exercise, eating right, and warding off viruses and infections. However, one of the most overlooked stressors on our hearts is—anxiety. According to the American Heart Association, “More research is needed to determine how stress contributes to …

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Vestibular Balance Issues Should Not be Ignored

Vestibular Balance

A Physical Therapy Method has Helped Countless Individuals Find Restoration At least 50 percent of the U.S. population will develop a balance issue, at some point in their lives. Balance disorders typically happen to the aging population, between the ages of 50 to 75, and most of these are related …

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