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By Rick L. Pesano, M.D., Ph.D., Medical Director, Infectious Diseases, Quest Diagnostics – Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver, caused by the hepatitis virus. Of the five different types of hepatitis virus (A, B, C, D and E), hepatitis C is the most common in the United States, affecting …

Recent studies report that the number of people who frequently experience symptoms of heartburn, also called acid reflux, has almost doubled in the past decade. Acid reflux can mean more than just discomfort – it can cause GERD. GERD, gastroesophageal reflux disease, is caused by frequent acid reflux, the backup …

Vitreoretinal surgery can help patients who suffer from retinal eye diseases—such as macular diseases, retinal detachment, and diabetic retinopathy—regain lost sight. With Mid Florida Eye Center’s new retinal surgery system, patients now have access to state-of-the-art vitreoretinal surgery in a convenient outpatient setting. “Our new retinal surgery system is an …

By Alyssa Parker – Finding an effective treatment of leg edema is a challenge many physicians face. Chronic leg swelling that builds up overtime, is often indicative of a serious disorder, and may become disabling if left untreated. There are two types of leg edema venous insufficiency and lymphedema. Unfortunately, …

By the ImageLift Team – Are you confused by all of the different treatments out there to help you look younger?  When it comes to the face and neck, the experts at ImageLift have been taking care of The Villages for years, offering more options to choose from that fit …

Few things are as distressing as chronic pain. It saps your energy and takes an emotional toll. Over time, pain can become a vicious cycle with a life of its own; continuing even after the original cause is resolved. Therapeutic massage is a simple effective and readily available support measure …

Millhorn Law Firm has assembled a team of caring, hard working attorneys and brought them together for the sole purpose of offering the best, most innovative and efficient legal services. Grounded in customer relationships and dedicated to our clients, we are committed to providing top notch legal services and representation …

By Compton Chiropractic Care – If you are like the average American your heart may be in need of help before you reach retirement age.  Most American males will need a heart procedure such as a stint before they are 60, and many will need invasive surgery such as coronary …

By Darla Miller, BS, MBA  – When we have some form of physical trauma, we tend to treat the physical aspect of the injury.  We take medications to heal the wound; we put ointments on topically to prevent infections. But, with every physical trauma, there’s an emotional trauma that often …

You are not alone if you worry about taking care of your diabetes. You have a lot of company. It’s estimated that 23.6 million Americans have diabetes, with 1.6 million adults being newly diagnosed every year, and 57 million more Americans with “pre-diabetes”, indicating a high risk of developing the …