Central Florida Health and Wellness Magazine Health and Wellness Articles of the Villages
Submitted by Hospice of Marion County It seems way too soon… until it’s too late. Think of the many things we put off every day, most of them tasks we’d rather not do. Procrastination is all too easy, especially when it comes to talking about something as unpleasant as the …
Read More »3D Imaging Minimizes Time and Cost of Dental Procedures
Physicians have relied on computerized axial tomography scans (CAT) for many years. CAT scans are an X-ray procedure that uses many different X-ray images with the help of computers to generate cross-sectional or even 3D views of internal organs and structures within the body. A knee replacement surgery, for example, …
Read More »Preventing Head, Neck and Oral Cancers
Oral, head, neck and throat cancers account for about 4% of cancers in the U.S. According to the National Cancer Institute, these cancers occur more than twice as often among men than women. While not as common as some other types of malignancies, oral cavity and oropharyngeal (head and neck) …
Read More »Where to Get Testing at a Mobile Testing-Collection Sites
Governor DeSantis said, “More mobile testing sites are coming and hundreds more are being tested each day.” COVID-19 If you have mild to moderate symptoms (fever, cough or difficulty breathing), call your physician, other healthcare providers or the Florida Department of Health hotline (866-779-6121) as soon as possible. Seek care …
Read More »Diagnosing, Managing and Repairing Vascular Conditions Without Surgery
Welcome to CVH – Advanced diagnostics, evaluation and nonsurgical treatment of vascular conditions from caring Board Certified interventional radiologists RAO’s Center for Vascular Health (CVH) provides a gamut of next-generation vascular and non-vascular care and a team of experienced and compassionate interventional radiologists dedicated to your health, safety and comfort. …
Read More »Common Acne Treatment Options
By Michael J. Freeman, M\.D., PA Anyone who has ever walked through the skincare aisle of their local drugstore knows that there are tons of acne-fighting products on the market. So, which one is right for you? Should you opt for an acne cleanser or spot treatment, or both? Choosing …
Read More »Optimal Aging: Reducing and Eliminating Neurodegeneration, Chronic Diseases and Inflammation
By now, you will have heard a great deal about stem cells from your friends, relatives or through the media. We know that they have significant potential for the regeneration of damaged tissue for people with problems like arthritis and spinal disc disorders, but did you know that it’s the …
Read More »Worried About The Coronavirus? What You Need to Know
According to the CDC, Coronavirus is a virus (more specifically, a coronavirus) identified as the cause of an outbreak of respiratory illness first detected in Wuhan, China. Early on, many of the patients in the outbreak in Wuhan, China reportedly had some link to a large seafood and animal market, …
Read More »Extend Youth by Wearing Hearing Aids
Time to think about healthy practices that promote a happier and longer life. This month get a hearing test, or if you already have hearing loss, seek proper treatment, such as wearing hearing aids. We can consider eating a more balanced diet, quit questionable habits like smoking, or devote more …
Read More »Planning End-of-Life Arrangements Why It’s Helpful
Sometimes we have the privilege of pre-planning an end-of-life celebration or funeral and other times, we must deal with unexpected situations. Whatever you are faced with when these circumstances arise, Dignity Memorial has many options to help you plan and prepare. Every life is unique. Through accomplishments, relationships, passions and …
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