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TASHA OSBOURNE, BA – PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTERNATIONAL REALTY Women have an illustrious history in the real estate industry — but it’s not a very long history. In fact, in the U.S., female aspiring homeowners weren’t even allowed to finance purchases on their own until the 1970s. Thankfully, women have achieved …

What causes hip or knee pain?  Injury, over-use, or lack of use can cause short-term pain. However, if the pain lasts longer than a few weeks, seek medical advice. Arthritis is the single greatest cause of chronic hip and knee pain, and disability in America. 24% of all adults ave …

By Regenexx Tampa Bay, Regenerative Medicine The body is an interconnected machine with each part working together in harmony. The lumbar spine is a crucial element of this machine. The hip, knee, and foot are all controlled by spinal nerves within the low back. A problem in the lumbar spine …

By Nasser Razack, MD, JD May is stroke awareness month. There are many actions we can take to impact the future of stroke but none greater than its prevention. Our emphasis must switch from the treatment of the disease to its prevention by promoting better health and well-being. Inflammation is …

At some point or other, nearly everyone will need a radiological exam, but many people aren’t aware of what role the radiologist plays in their care. A trained technologist performs the actual x-ray, ultrasound, MRI or other imaging test, while the radiologist is the doctor who studies the images to …

Submitted by Hospice of Marion County Making your preferred end-of-life healthcare decisions a priority is wise any time of the year. But, special focus is given in the month of April during National Healthcare Decisions Month to help increase awareness of this important healthcare decision. It’s never too early to …

Parkinson’s disease affects the nervous system and causes problems with muscle movement. Parkinson’s doesn’t go away, and the symptoms get worse over time. You can work with your family doctor and other professionals to slow the progress and manage Activities of Daily Living (ADL’s). Specialized nerve cells in the brain …

When knee pain keeps you from enjoying your daily life, it’s time to see your doctor. Knee pain can limit movement, cause instability or difficulty supporting weight, and contributes to sleep disturbances. Sometimes, the knee may appear misshapen, with a bent-legged or thump-kneed deformation. All these issues can be caused …

“In the unlikely event of a sudden loss of cabin pressure…please secure your own oxygen mask first before assisting others around you.” We hear these instructions each time we fly. The point is you won’t be able to help others if you are struggling to breathe yourself. It’s an important …

By Nasser Razack, MD, JD April is Parkinson’s awareness month. There are many actions we can take to impact the future of Parkinson’s disease, but none greater than its prevention. Our emphasis must switch from the treatment of the disease to its prevention by promoting better health and well-being. Inflammation …