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Dr. Sivasekaran, MD Colon cancer is the third most common type of cancer in the United States.  It affects nearly 50,000 Americans each year.  If caught early on, it can easily be treated.  Typically small polyps are the cause of colorectal cancer, as they tend to become cancerous rather quickly and …

We know that most diets don’t work, and so do you. With two-thirds of the adults in the United States overweight, and one-third of those classified as “obese,” it’s clear that what Americans have been doing to control their weight just isn’t working. Most diets involve eliminating certain foods or whole …

There are a few main factors that contribute to the topic of the elderly and their proper nutrition. 1.  Access to food 2.  Digestive health 3.  Food preference 4.  Monetary allocation 5.  General and oral health 6.  Malnutrition Many seniors are considered malnourished.  This is mainly related to the fact …

By Dr. Latif Hamed MD, FAAO, MBA For many people, Glaucoma means high eye pressure.  This is only partially true. Glaucoma is a disease of the optic nerve that leads to gradual loss of its nerve fibers that is often but not always associated with high pressure.  The eye, like …

Do you want to experience the ultimate resort lifestyle, with sun-filled days and fun filled evenings?  Lakeside Landings has the answer.  With beautiful homes, peaceful surroundings and contemporary amenities, to maintenance-free living, it’s no wonder why more and more people are calling Lakeside Landings their hometown. Residents enjoy a massive …

You are Amazing! And so is your body.  Human Beings have amazing abilities to perform, to heal and look amazing.  Many would argue that the Fountain of Youth is within us!  Here’s why; our body’s typically are producing over 2 million new stem-cells every second of every day.  Our ability to …

By Gerald Bustin, Senior Pastor, Open Door Community Church, Summerfield, Florida Last night my wife asked me, “What is your New Year’s resolution for 2018?” My answer was that I have not settled on just one but am thinking about a list of resolutions. Since then, I believe one on …

Women tend to be especially interested in the quality of their healthcare, and likely to perform intensive investigation about the providers they choose. We at Radiology Associates of Ocala’s Women’s Imaging Center strongly encourage this research. Once you delve deeply into local practices, you’ll find that RAO’s Women’s Imaging Center …

We’ve all been there, its time for our annual exam and afterward, we realize that we completely forgot to ask all of the questions we’d thought of over the past few months. Perhaps, you’re not even sure if your questions were valid in the first place. Fear not, Munroe Regional …

Christopher Manseau M.D. Rotator cuff tears are some of the most common causes of pain among adults in the United States. Torn rotator cuffs lead to shoulder weakness, which can make it difficult to complete daily tasks like getting dressed. Depending on the type and severity of the rotator cuff …