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T.E. Vallabhan, MD, FACC When oxygen and blood can’t reach the brain, the brain cells begin to die very rapidly. When you are experiencing symptoms of stroke, minutes matter! There is a medication called tissue plasminogen activator (tPA) that can break through a blood clot, but not everyone with stroke …

By Dr. Nam Dinh, MD, FAAOS Arthritis is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide, causing pain, stiffness, and inflammation in the joints. For those who enjoy an active lifestyle, arthritis can be particularly debilitating. However, it is possible to manage the condition and continue to live an …

Incontinence, the involuntary loss of bladder or bowel control, affects millions of people worldwide, significantly impacting their quality of life. While this condition is common, it can be distressing and embarrassing, leading many sufferers to seek effective treatments. Enter Emsella, a groundbreaking non-invasive solution offering hope and relief to those …

Menopause marks a significant transition in a woman’s life, signaling the end of reproductive years. While it’s a natural process, menopause comes with its own set of changes and challenges, including the increased risk of urinary tract infections (UTIs). The chance of recurrent UTIs increases as a person progresses through …

For the last 16 years, Patrick Smith has served Clermont as a local estate planning attorney and occasional radio guest host. It’s the last year, though, that has brought his knowledge and outreach to the entire state and across the country — this time returning as host of his own …

By Pastor Timothy Neptune Remember the old merry-go-rounds on the playground when you were a kid? You would spin in circles until you felt like you were going to fly off. That’s how life can feel if you don’t make some necessary changes. You live a much faster lifestyle than …

All Americans have some degree of cataract change by the age of 75. As the country’s population advances in years, cataract surgery has become one of the most common surgical procedures, nearing 4 million cases annually. Recent advances in cataract surgery, including computer-assisted eye mapping and laser assisted cataract removal, …

Understanding how to prevent varicose veins is crucial, especially if you want to avoid the added discomfort of bruising. Varicose veins are particularly susceptible to bruising due to increased pressure and weakened vein walls. A minor bump or injury can lead to vein rupture, resulting in varicose vein bruising. These …

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 …

By Dr. Tina Chandra If you could lose fat and gain muscle without working out and see results in around 2 months, would you do it? Is it possible? Is there techology that can sculpt the body and make us look better? It’s not a dream. The day has finally …