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If someone told you that you could relieve that stiff back, those nagging joint pains and reduce stress while you were at it and all you had to do was lay down for a while—what would you say? Odds are it’s either, “Sign me up!” or “I don’t believe it.” …

By Cara Tompot, Staff Writer Looking back on history, we remember a time when women didn’t have the rights that they do now. Prior to 1919, women didn’t have any way to express their thoughts and desires through public policy. Thanks to first-wave feminists questioning the status quo, 1920 marked …

Often called a “cat scan,” Computed Tomography (CT) is a non-invasive medical test used to look at the lungs, bones, soft tissues and/or blood vessels. CT uses an x-ray tube that rotates 360º around the area being scanned, capturing multiple pictures – or “slices” – as it goes. The anatomical information …

Joint discomfort can come with again, strenuous work, and athletic activity, but what you’re really experiencing is the progressive degeneration of connective tissue, where both collagen and hyaluronic acid are essential. Taken orally, in patented, highly absorbable form, Liquid BioCell™ allows you to preplenish these important substances and is clinically …

Vaccinations are not just for babies and children. Adults need them, too. Odds are good, however, that you have not been keeping up with yours. In a National Health Interview Survey, it was revealed that: • Only about 1 out of 5 (21 percent) adults 19-64 years old with certain …

Hearing health should be a workplace wellness priority and employers are encouraged to include hearing tests and hearing health as part of their workplace wellness programs. Hearing health affects many aspects of an individual’s wellbeing and is linked to several health conditions. The earlier hearing loss gets treated the better. …

Whether you’re 50 or 90, or anywhere in between, you’ll love the Health & Senior Expo. Come out and meet the experts who can make your life healthier, wealthier and happier! Get connected with Leesburg and Lady Lake’s largest Health & Senior Expos. This fun, informational event brings seniors together …

Eye infections, commonly referred to as “red eye” or “pink eye,” can be elusive. You may not know what is causing the infection or how best to treat it. There are a myriad of reasons one can get a red, irritated eye. Some of these reasons can lead to permanent …

Anxious feelings are normal and expected during times of transition or change. This is especially true for children and teens going back to school, or for first-timers starting kindergarten. This transition can be stressful and disruptive for the entire family!  Prior to the first day of school, your anxious child …

By Alex Anderson, Senior Associate Pastor at Bayside Community Church One morning I was praying in my study at home and asked God for His help on something that is very important to Him and me. In my prayer, I was asking Him for specific things. Shortly after my prayer, …