Central Florida Health and Wellness Magazine Health and Wellness Articles of the Villages
Our digestive system is essentially what keeps our bodies fueled and running smoothly. The digestive system is the main track that food and drinks follow from the mouth, down the gastrointestinal track (GI), and are then released in the form of waste. The digestive system allows for the nourishment of our …
Read More »Mental Health and Heart Disease
T.E. Vallabhan, MD, FACC Commonly reported, stress levels, anxiety, depression, and our overall emotional state has a significant impact on our health. From physical pain, appetite changes, suicidal thoughts to our vascular health, the way we deal with and treat mental disorders are critical on our long-standing wellness. How Our Mental …
Read More »A Knee Replacement Implant Made Specifically For You
If you were having a custom kitchen designed by an expert builder, they wouldn’t just buy a marble countertop off the shelf somewhere; they would have it measured precisely, finely cut, trimmed and polished before installing it in your highly-anticipated new kitchen. If we are so meticulous about our homes, …
Read More »The Fear of the Lord
The phrase, “The fear of the Lord,” was one I never liked. By Alex Anderson, Senior Associate Pastor at Bayside Community Church Before I was a Christ-follower I thought, “Who would want to be a Christian and serve a god you would have to be afraid of?” By that time …
Read More »MIT Medical Imaging & Therapeutics – What does “therapeutics” in medicine mean?
Dr. Mark Jacobson This week, I am deeply moved by the loss of one of my patients. This one, in particular, left an impression on all of my staff. His relentless endearing spirit regardless of his pain and suffering, never ceased to amaze us. When his wife called with the news, …
Read More »Routine Exams Often Find Head, Neck and Oral Cancers
While not as common as some other types of malignancies, oral cavity and oropharyngeal (head and neck) cancers can often be discovered during routine screening exams by a dentist, medical doctor, dental hygienist, or even by self-exam. Most head and neck cancers begin in squamous cells, which are cells that …
Read More »Experience the History of the Rose Parade First-Hand with YMT Vacations
The Tournament of Roses Parade is an American New Year’s tradition, a festival of elaborate, flower-covered floats, marching bands, and more held in Pasadena, California, every January 1st. You’ve watched the pageantry and beauty of the parade on television—isn’t it time you saw the floats in person? One hundred thirty …
Read More »Gum Line Restoration Through a Tiny Pinhole
By Lucia Roca, DDS, MDS, Board Certified Periodontist It’s important to visit your dentist on a regular basis to keep your teeth healthy. Many people overlook that keeping your gum (gingival) tissues healthy are just as essential. One of the common issues that hygienists and dentists see with their patients is …
Read More »Eye Cancer Screening Part of Your Regular Eye Exam
Melanoma of the eye is a relatively uncommon disease but it does occur, particularly among people at higher risk, including those with dysplastic nevus syndrome, a condition marked by atypical moles, and those who have spent a lot of time in the sun without sunglasses with adequate UV protection. As with …
Read More »An Advanced Hip Replacement Technique From a Highly-Regarded Orthopedic Surgeon
Hip pain can go beyond uncomfortable to debilitating – limiting your range of motion and keeping you from daily activities. Finding long-lasting pain relief and taking action when it means you may have to have surgery can be an overwhelming decision for many individuals. The Joint Center at Leesburg Regional …
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