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 …
Read More »Recurrent UTIs: Addressing the Risk of Antibiotic Resistance
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 …
Read More »Hungry Heart
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 …
Read More »Alzheimer’s Disease & Brain Health
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 …
Read More »National Arthritis Awareness Month: Understanding and Managing Arthritis for a Healthier Future
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 …
Read More »What is Cholesterol: Its Role, Health Risks, and Management
Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance found in every cell of the body. It plays a crucial role in building cell membranes, producing hormones like estrogen and testosterone, and synthesizing Vitamin D. While cholesterol is essential for various bodily functions, high levels of certain types of cholesterol can pose significant …
Read More »The Importance of Bladder Wellness as We Age
As we celebrate Healthy Aging Month, it’s crucial to focus on the key aspects of aging well. While many of us pay attention to heart health, brain function, and joint mobility, one often overlooked yet essential component of overall health is bladder wellness. As we age, maintaining bladder health becomes …
Read More »Comparing Assisted Living To a Shiny New Car
By Janice Martin, Owner of Senior Liaison of Central Florida I got a call from a daughter who had received a 45 day move out notice from the assisted living community where her father lived because dad needed more care than they could provide. After learning more about the circumstances, …
Read More »BLUE LIGHT AND YOUR EYES: SEPARATING FACTS FROM MYTHS
With computers, cell phones, tablets and other digital screens becoming a routine part of our daily lives, digital eye strain is on the rise. A recent survey revealed that 65% of Americans experience symptoms of eye strain, and the more digital devices they use, the greater the severity and frequency …
Read More »Work(out) Smarter, Not Harder with Emsculpt NEO
By Dr. Tina Chandra If you could lose fat and gain muscle without working out and see results in around 2 months, would you do it? Is it possible? Is there techology that can sculpt the body and make us look better? It’s not a dream. The day has finally …
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