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Thanksgiving is traditionally a time to gather with loved ones, express gratitude and enjoy a festive meal. This year, November 28 is also designated as National Family Health History Day. The U.S. surgeon general encourages families to take advantage of this time together to talk about health issues that may …

Take Control of Your Diabetes with Medicare Advantage Living with diabetes can be challenging, but you don’t have to face it alone. Medicare Advantage plans offer comprehensive support designed to help you manage your diabetes and live a healthier, more fulfilling life. Why Choose Medicare Advantage for Diabetes Care? Medicare …

November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month, drawing into focus how diabetes impacts the risk of developing certain eye diseases. Understanding these risks and being proactive in your own care can make a big difference in preventing, delaying and managing diabetic eye disease. First, let’s look at the various eye …

Often times it may not feel like the holiday season with Florida’s toasty temperatures, but don’t be fooled. The holidays are here! There’s an undeniable sense of anticipation in the air, as many of us are looking forward to reconnecting with friends and family. With Christmas 2024 just around the …

November marks American Diabetes Month, a crucial time to raise awareness about a condition that has reached epidemic pro-portions in the United States. With rates of diabetes skyrocketing over the past few decades, it’s more important than ever to understand the causes, consequences, and potential treatments for this chronic disease. …

By Janice Martin, owner of Senior Liaison of Central Florida Inc. Making the decision to move to assisted living is difficult. There is no denying it’s life changing. One of the questions I frequently hear is, “when will I know it’s time?” Although you may know in your heart that …

By Brent Compton, MD Chronic pain is a debilitating condition that affects millions of people worldwide, significantly impacting their quality of life. While traditional pain management strategies, such as medication and physical therapy, can provide relief, interventional pain management offers a more targeted and minimally invasive approach to addressing the …

By David Culbreth, Senior Transitions Specialist, Realtor, SRES Alzheimer’s disease is a degenerative brain disorder that slowly erodes memory, thinking skills, and the ability to perform even the simplest of daily tasks. As the most common form of dementia, Alzheimer’s impacts millions of individuals worldwide, robbing them of their independence …

The management of diabetic wounds remains one of the most challenging aspects of modern healthcare, with complications potentially leading to severe outcomes including amputation. However, innovative treatments like amniotic membrane therapy from RxWound are revolutionizing the approach to diabetic wound care, offering new hope for patients struggling with chronic wounds. …

Submitted by Hospice of Marion County Each November hospices around the U.S. recognize and celebrate National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. It’s a way to highlight the benefits of hospice care and help bring awareness to the special compassionate and comforting care that hospice organizations provide every day. Perspectives on …