Villages

By Tom Tran PA-C, MPAs, NCCPA Surgery Board Certified – Venous ulcers affect more than 6 to 7 million people in the United States. They account for more than 70% of all limb ulcers, affect women more than men, and increase with age. Venous ulcers are primarily in the lower …

What is Breast Cancer? Breast cancer is the uncontrolled growth of breast cells. The term “breast cancer” refers to a malignant tumor that has developed from cells in the breast. Over time, cancer cells can invade nearby healthy breast tissue and make their way into the underarm lymph nodes, small …

By Thomas L. Johnson II, MD – Runny, stuffy nose and sneezing are common symptoms. Sometimes it is difficult to tell if these symptoms are from allergies, possibly from an infection or neither. With up to 30% of adults and 40% of children having allergies, there is a good chance …

By South Lake Gastroenterology – Colon cancer is the most preventable, beatable cancer if it is detected early. The first step to preventing colon cancer is understanding what the risk factors are. Everyone is at risk and should take the necessary steps to prevent it. If you are at high …

Event to Benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure Central Florida The Villages, FL – On Friday, October 16th (with a rain date of Saturday, October 17th) a Symphony Under the Stars event will take place at The Villages Polo Grounds, with all proceeds to benefit Susan G. Komen for …

By Dr. James M. Davenport, F-AAA, CCC-A – Cancers of the ear are uncommon and most develop in the skin of the outer ear, otherwise known as the pinna. Cancers can also develop inside the ear, however, these cancers are very rare. Most ear cancers are known as squamous cell …

By Richard S. Benjamin, DPM – The heel bone is the largest of the 26 bones in the human foot, which also has 33 joints and a network of more than 100 tendons, muscles, and ligaments. Like all bones, it is subject to outside influences that can affect its integrity …

Anytime Fitness – Moving more helps you to feel healthier, manage your weight and lower your risk of cancer and other diseases. What matters is the amount and type of physical activity you do. Aim to build some time into every day for fun activities that use up calories, tone …

By The Medicine Chest – Animal lovers have been saying it for years; animals, especially pets, are people too! While this is usually meant as a joke, there are elements of truth in it. Many people consider their pet to be a member of the family, and especially for children, …

Wrinkles. Crows’ feet. Sagging skin. They can seem to appear all at once, or they may creep in as the year pass by. No matter how they get there or how long it takes them to appear, rest assured that there are various options available to reduce or remove them. …