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Keeping your eyes healthy is one of the most important things you can do to protect your health and wellbeing. There are several common eye conditions that, if left untreated, can lead to vision issues or even vision loss. However, these conditions are easily preventable if the right steps are …

Aging is inevitable — but feeling like a diminished version of yourself doesn’t have to be. At Lake Sumter Urology, we specialize in helping men and women restore their health, confidence, and quality of life through advanced, evidence-based treatments. Three of our most transformative offerings — testosterone pellet therapy, shockwave …

Submitted by Hospice of Marion County According to the 2023 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures, the Alzheimer’s Association reported that more than 11 million Americans provided unpaid care for people with Alzheimer’s or other dementias. These caregivers provided an estimated 18 billion hours valued at $340 billion. Additionally, 59% of …

Not only are we easing out of the dog days of summer, but we are also just around the peak time of year for rabies. On average August sees the most animal rabies cases in Florida. With World Rabies Awareness Day on September 28, now is also a good time …

Cholesterol is a natural substance that the body produces through the liver. It’s waxy and circulates through the blood stream, feeding the heart and brain. But when cholesterol is derived from foods like saturated fats and trans fats, the body over produces LDL, which is the “bad” cholesterol. HDL is …

Undergoing orthopedic surgery involves more than just the procedure itself. A crucial aspect that often goes unrecognized is the role of physical therapy both before and after surgery. Did you know that engaging in physical therapy sessions prior to your surgery can significantly impact your recovery? It’s a common misconception …

By Pastor Timothy L. Neptune Hope is confidence in God…not wishful thinking. To have hope is to trust in God to meet our needs…even in the midst of difficult times. When we do go through tough times our confidence in God can get a little rattled, as the Old Testament …

Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) rarely announces itself with a single dramatic symptom. It builds slowly, tired legs after a long day, faint swelling around the ankles, skin that feels tight by evening. Because these signs are so easy to dismiss, one of CVI’s most serious complications often goes unnoticed until …

Dry eye disease affects millions of people worldwide, causing symptoms that range from mild irritation to debilitating pain that interferes with daily life. For years, the standard advice for sufferers was simple: use artificial tears and hope for relief. Today, the landscape of dry eye therapy has expanded dramatically, offering …

When it comes to managing your health, convenient access to care matters. That’s why UF Health continues to expand services in the Mount Dora community and beyond with a new primary care and multispecialty location, now open and ready to serve patients. The new site brings even more options closer …