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By Samuel Alfano, D.O. In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, stressed, and disconnected from our inner selves. Amidst this chaos, finding a sanctuary for our thoughts and emotions becomes crucial for maintaining overall well-being. Enter journaling – a simple yet profoundly effective tool …

By Dan P. Montzka, M.D. May marks Stroke Awareness Month, a crucial time to highlight the importance of understanding strokes and their potential impact on various aspects of health, including vision. While strokes primarily affect the brain, their repercussions can extend to the eyes, often serving as early indicators or …

People can sometimes be hesitant to talk about their bowel movements with their doctors, but if you start to notice recurring urgency, abdominal pain, or canceling plans to avoid being stuck in an uncomfortable situation, you may want to speak up. Approximately 1.6 million Americans have Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD), …

By Janice Martin, Owner of Senior Liaison of Central Florida Transportation is an important amenity offered in assisted living. Everyone still needs access to get to appointments, shopping for personal items or banking. Maintaining a feeling of independence is vital whether or not someone is still driving. Assisted living communities …

By David Culbreth, Senior Transitions Specialist, Realtor, SRES Arthritis is a debilitating condition affecting millions of adults worldwide. This chronic inflammatory disease causes swelling, pain, and stiffness in the joints, making even the most basic daily tasks a challenge. For those living with arthritis, such as myself, finding ways to …

By Steve Schneider, MBA – CEO, Securenet Financial, LLC. The importance of proper retirement financial planning cannot be overstated, especially when considering its profound impact on mental health during the later stages of life. A well-structured retirement plan not only ensures financial security but also contributes significantly to overall well-being …

Mental health is a universal concern in today’s fast-paced world. The demands of work, family, and daily life often leave us feeling overwhelmed and depleted. Amidst the chaos, it is crucial to prioritize self-care to prevent burnout and maintain overall well-being. As we explore avenues for healing and restoration, let …

In the complex symphony of hormones orchestrating the human body’s functions, cortisol and testosterone play pivotal roles. While cortisol, often dubbed the “stress hormone,” prepares the body for fight or flight responses during stressful situations, testosterone, the quintessential male hormone, regulates various physiological processes, including muscle mass, bone density, and …

When it comes to pain management, The Interventional Pain Institute (IPI) is the new name creating waves in The Villages and Ocala, Florida. Led by Dr. Brent Compton, the institute offers a comprehensive array of interventional pain services designed to alleviate chronic and acute pain, thereby enhancing patients’ quality of …

By Richard W. Rozensky, DDS, D.ABDSM Sleep apnea affects more than 25 million people in the United States. It is a progressive condition that interrupts breathing patterns throughout a person’s sleep. People who suffer from Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) may have episodes of stopping breathing up to hundreds of times …