By Steve Schneider, MBA – CEO, Securenet Financial, LLC. October is Eye Injury Prevention Month. Taking care of one’s eyesight and preventing eye injury is of great importance, but that importance becomes even more significant as we grow older. As we age, our eyesight becomes increasingly precious, yet vulnerable to …
Read More »UNDERSTANDING YOUR RIGHTS IN ASSISTED LIVING
By Janice Martin, Owner of Senior Liaison of Central Florida Every person moving in to an assisted living community must sign a Resident Agreement. It is a long, legal document. Because it is so long and signed under stressful situations, it is often done without fully understanding it, taken home, …
Read More »Unlock Your Hormonal Wellness women’s health at The Recharge Clinic
Ladies, we all know life comes with a few curveballs—those late-night ice cream binges, sudden “I have nothing to wear!” meltdowns, or when our hormones decide to take an extended vacation. But guess what? At The Recharge Clinic, we’ve got the ultimate game plan to get your hormones back in …
Read More »October Is National Eczema Awareness Month
By Dr. Ashley Cauthen Eczema, a common skin condition affecting millions worldwide, is characterized by dry, itchy, and inflamed skin, often accompanied by redness and rashes. Its impact on quality of life can be significant, varying in severity from person to person. As we observe National Eczema Awareness Month this …
Read More »ADHD Awareness: Understanding the Invisible Condition
By David Culbreth, Senior Transitions Specialist, Realtor, SRES As a real estate agent and a business owner that works in senior transitions this is a topic that you would not think that I would write about, but the topic of ADHD does not hit close to home for me, it …
Read More »National Physical Therapy Month: The Importance of PT After Hip and Knee Replacement Surgery
By Sergio Martinez, DO, AOA, AOAO National Physical Therapy Month serves as an annual reminder of the transformative power of physical therapy in restoring mobility and enhancing the quality of life for countless individuals. Among the various conditions and situations where physical therapy plays a pivotal role, post-operative care after …
Read More »Vertigo: How to Stop Spinning – Fast
Vertigo is a condition that makes individuals feel sensations of spinning, which causes nausea, vomiting and other unpleasant side effects. A physical therapist will be able to determine if BBPV may be the cause of your symptoms. (Vertigo may also be caused by a central nervous system disorder, and that …
Read More »Recurrent UTIs: Addressing the Risk of Antibiotic Resistance
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common bacterial infections that affect millions of individuals worldwide each year. While typically treated with antibiotics, the rising prevalence of antibiotic resistance poses a significant challenge in managing recurrent UTIs effectively. In this article, we’ll explore the importance of addressing recurrent UTIs and strategies to …
Read More »Alzheimer’s Disease & Brain Health
By now, most of us have heard the horrifying statistics that nearly 6 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of demetia, and that number is expected to triple by 2050. However, many people don’t realize that out of that staggering number, most of the individuals are women. To …
Read More »The Benefits of Elevating Your Legs: A Medical Perspective
Elevating your legs for at least 20 minutes daily can offer significant health benefits, particularly in circulation, vein pressure, and swelling. Below is an overview of these benefits and practical advice on elevating your legs effectively and safely. Improved Circulation When you elevate your legs above the level of your …
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