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Submitted by Hospice of Marion County It’s an understatement to say that 2020 is a year that everyone would like to forget ever happened. The global pandemic is something we would like to put behind us and get back to some sort of “normal” life. However, we still grieve the …

By Sheryl Hensel Most fluids in the body are electrolytes, which are ions (charged particles) dissolved in liquids. Therefore, it’s easy to compare the human body to a large battery that generates electricity and needs to be charged from time to time. Did you know the body consists of approximately …

Did you know that 40 Million people in the United States are suffering from stress, depression and anxiety? If you’re one of them, leaving your disorder untreated can cause significant physical health disorders and diseases to develop, as well as cognitive decline. Stress leads to other health disorders From migraines …

Change in modern laws within the last 20 years has allowed marijuana to resurface and make waves in most states due to either full legalization or allowing it to be prescribed through medical means. Studies have come to fruition suggesting that access to marijuana has a direct inverse correlation to opioid …

Trigger finger is a simple name for a debilitating condition. It causes pain, stiffness, and a sensation of locking or catching when you bend and straighten your finger. It’s somewhat akin to having a constant charley-horse in your hand. Symptoms of trigger finger often start without a single injury. They may …

A safe way to a healthier you Christine Meiner, M.Sc Adult stem cells play a critical role in our overall health and longevity. In 2006 the New England Journal of Medicine stated that the number one indicator of wellness is directly correlated to the number of adult stem cells in …

Uzoma Nwaubani, MD, FACOG, FFPMRS If you’re stressing about the amount of weight you’ve gained over the past few months, you’re not alone! Many people have been cooking, baking, drinking, and lounging around a lot more than usual. You can blame it on your Netflix binging, being confined, seeing too …

Annual screening mammography is a topic you hear about a lot. The reason information about mammography is so prevalent is due to the statistics on breast cancer. 1 in every 8 women will get breast cancer during her lifetime, and 250,000+ annual cases will be some form of invasive breast …

Submitted By Reconstructive Orthopaedics of Central Florida When it comes to bone and joint health, many lifestyle choices play a role in how healthy and functional they are. Exercising is critical for bone density and joint function, but too much can cause deterioration and injury. Smoking and excessive alcohol can …

The holidays are one of the most joyous times of the year, but they can also be one of the most stressful. We look forward to spending time with our families, celebrating and reflecting on the end of another year, but all of the extra activity and social interactions can …