Central Florida Health and Wellness Magazine Health and Wellness Articles of the Villages
During the holidays, we’re looking forward to spending time with family, traveling, and attending events; our lives tend to be a bit more hectic. With all of the extra festivities and travel, injuries often coincide. This is especially true when it comes to travel. Tip #1 When traveling for long …
Read More »Introducing David H. Berger, MD, FACS, MHCM Central Florida Health’s New Chief Operating Officer
Many healthcare organizations are now encouraging physicians to take on executive positions. That is just what Central Florida Health, the 636-bed not-for-profit healthcare system comprised of Leesburg Regional Medical Center and The Villages® Regional Hospital, has done. Last month, the organization welcomed David H. Berger, MD, FACS, MHCM as the newest …
Read More »Frequently Asked Questions on Gifting Money
By Teresa K. Bowman, Of Counsel As we enter December, most of us begin thinking about giving gifts to those we love. Although retail stores have bombarded us with holiday decorations since October, once December rolls around it’s time to get serious. Once they reach a certain age, many of …
Read More »Can Body Sculpting Help You Achieve the Goals You Want, Just in time for the Holidays?
Are you feeling stressed-out? With events, holiday preparations, meetings, kid’s after school activities, and the list goes on and on. We want to look our best, feel energized and let’s not forget that we’re all attempting to stave off the flu virus this season. However, we often get so caught up …
Read More »Melanoma
By Gil Cortes, MD, FAAD Melanoma is a cancer that begins in the skin cells that create the pigment melanin. Melanoma usually starts as a dark mole on the skin. However, it can also form in other tissue, such as the eye or intestine. In 2018, an estimated 96,480 patients in …
Read More »The Most Wonderful Time of the Year Can be Stressful: Home Health Care Can Help
Did you know that the AARP reports that 89% of patients want to remain in their home, Lake Centre Home Care provides private supportive care for those who want to maintain their independence, yet need some form of assistance? In addition to coming to your home, they are available to support …
Read More »My Hemp Solutions Coordinates Letters To Santa Collection For Local Children Around Central Florida
By Kevin Spitler, Co-Ownner and Tiffany Demoe, Co-Owner Do you want your kids to have the opportunity to write letters to Santa and receive one back from him? My Hemp Solutions is making that dream come true. For a second year in a row Central Florida will see several “Handwritten …
Read More »The Importance of Modern Technology in Radiology
Dr. Mark Jacobson A few years ago while I was working in a hospital, I received an order to read a chest X-Ray specifically to locate a catheter in a patient’s abdomen. The X-Ray was performed with a portable machine at the patient’s bedside, however, when I looked at the chest …
Read More »How to Keep Your Heart Healthy During the Holidays
The Holiday season is upon us, and with all of the festivities, we should be well reminded that this time of year can literally put a great deal of stress on our hearts. Since heart disease is still the leading cause of death in both men and women, what better …
Read More »Holidays with Hometown Goodness
Yes, it’s here again. The holiday season is upon us. Whether you’re enjoying a small gathering, planning a party, want to get straight to the food (everyone’s favorite part of the holidays!), shopping the sales, or hosting friends and family this holiday season, Ave Maria residents and guests alike love …
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