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Smoking, excess body weight and alcohol consumption are the leading risk factors for cancer—and the most preventable, according to the American Cancer Society. While this information is well known to health care professionals, the U.S. Surgeon General recently recommended that warning labels be placed on alcohol products to help make …

Your heart beats about 100,000 times per day, pumping life-sustaining blood throughout your body. Yet, despite its tireless service, many of us unknowingly put this vital organ at risk through poor dietary choices and weight management. Understanding the intricate relationship between heart health, body weight, and nutrition can be the …

A Life with Joint Pain As the pain pandemic continues more joints everywhere are losing their mojo. Over 500 million people are impacted by osteoarthritis (OA) worldwide. Joint pain changes the way people feel and act. Luckily there is plenty of support outside of medication. Sometimes the thought of exercising …

By Dr. Evans Pemba Recent research has uncovered a compelling connection between cardiovascular health and hearing loss, shedding new light on how our body’s systems are intricately interconnected. The relationship between heart health and hearing ability has emerged as a crucial area of study, with implications for millions of people …

If you want to keep your brain healthy as you age, scientists will be the first to tell you: It might be time to start getting serious about exercise. Studies have shown that physical exercise is one of eight established ways to reduce dementia risk. Scott Forbes, an associate professor …

By Dr. Chad Rose. DC This Valentine’s Day, let’s talk about a different kind of weakness in the knees – the kind that’s less about romance and more about your joint health. While poets and songwriters have long used “weak knees” as a metaphor for love, at Rose Wellness Clinic, …

By Janice Martin, owner of Senior Liaison of Central Florida Inc. LONG TERM CARE INSURANCE is the best resource to reduce the cost of senior living. Most require that you need assistance with at least two Activities of Daily Living which include bathing/showering, dressing, hygiene/grooming, transferring (i.e. from a bed …

An Effective Treatment Option for Lower Back and Tailbone Pain By Brent Compton, MD Caudal steroid injections have emerged as a valuable treatment option for patients suffering from chronic lower back pain, sciatica, and tailbone discomfort. This minimally invasive procedure delivers powerful anti-inflammatory medication directly to the affected area, providing …

By Dr. Ashley Cauthen Dry skin, also known as xerosis, is a common skin condition that affects people of all ages and skin types. It occurs when the skin loses moisture and becomes dehydrated, leaving it feeling tight, rough, and sometimes even flaky or cracked. Although dry skin is often …

The Role of Hospice Palliative Care and Strategic Planning By Steve Schneider, MBA – CEO, Securenet Financial, LLC. As we navigate the complex journey of life, we inevitably confront the reality of mortality. When faced with terminal illness, the importance of hospice palliative care becomes clear. This specialized medical care …