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By Dr. Ashley Cauthen Eczema, a common skin condition affecting millions worldwide, is characterized by dry, itchy, and inflamed skin, often accompanied by redness and rashes. Its impact on quality of life can be significant, varying in severity from person to person. As we observe National Eczema Awareness Month this …

By David Culbreth, Senior Transitions Specialist, Realtor, SRES As a real estate agent and a business owner that works in senior transitions this is a topic that you would not think that I would write about, but the topic of ADHD does not hit close to home for me, it …

Submitted by Hospice of Marion County The loss of a loved one often brings both grief and depression. What’s the difference or are they one and the same emotion? The Hospice Foundation of America defines grief as a reaction to loss. It is comprised of all the reactions you are …

By Sergio Martinez, DO, AOA, AOAO National Physical Therapy Month serves as an annual reminder of the transformative power of physical therapy in restoring mobility and enhancing the quality of life for countless individuals. Among the various conditions and situations where physical therapy plays a pivotal role, post-operative care after …

Vertigo is a condition that makes individuals feel sensations of spinning, which causes nausea, vomiting and other unpleasant side effects. A physical therapist  will be able to determine if BBPV may be the cause of your symptoms.  (Vertigo may also be caused by a central nervous system disorder, and that …

By Dr. Tina Chandra Urinary incontinence is a common occurrence in women. It can be caused by vaginal childbirth, changes due to menopause, or even by being overweight. There are two types of urinary incontinence. Stress urinary incontinence is when urine escapes due to physical activities such as running or …

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common bacterial infections that affect millions of individuals worldwide each year. While typically treated with antibiotics, the rising prevalence of antibiotic resistance poses a significant challenge in managing recurrent UTIs effectively. In this article, we’ll explore the importance of addressing recurrent UTIs and strategies to …

By Alex Anderson The songwriter and performer Bruce Springsteen was right when he wrote, “Everybody’s got a hungry heart…” Inside of every human is this need or hunger.  Sometimes we try to fill it with love for another person, but for some reason…another person is not the answer. Sometimes the …

By now, most of us have heard the horrifying statistics that nearly 6 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of demetia, and that number is expected to triple by 2050. However, many people don’t realize that out of that staggering number, most of the individuals are women. To …

By Dr. Nam Dinh, MD, FAAOS National Arthritis Awareness Month is an important time to shed light on the various forms of arthritis that affect millions of people worldwide. From osteoarthritis to psoriatic arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, understanding these conditions is crucial for maintaining an active role in one’s treatment …