Central Florida Health and Wellness Magazine Health and Wellness Articles of the Villages
Immunotherapy, an approach to cancer treatment that uses the body’s natural defenses, has been around for decades; however, the early forms of this type of treatment were very toxic and did not result in the desired outcomes for most patients. In the past 10 to 15 years, as researchers have …
Read More »Maternal Deaths Among Black Women Continue Troubling Trend
Dr. Eina Fishman, chief medical officer for UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Florida, shares tips on how to lower risks The anticipation of bringing a new bundle of joy into the world – and all that comes with it – can be both exciting and stressful for moms to-be. But if …
Read More »Understanding COPD
Dr. Poonam Warman, MD What is COPD? Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a lung disease that can limit your airflow. When some people hear “COPD,” they are not sure what to think. It may be confusing because Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease is only one of a group of closely …
Read More »Good News for Long-term Smokers: A Quick Test Can Save Your Life
Locally owned and operated since 1973, Radiology Associates of Ocala (RAO) has earned its respected reputation and longevity serving Marion County for many reasons, one of them being RAO’s commitment to early discovery and diagnosis of treatable diseases like lung cancer. Lung cancer, which is the number one cause of cancer …
Read More »When is Hip Replacement Surgery Necessary?
Christopher Manseau M.D. Innovative Procedures from Orthopaedic Specialty Care Because we have the most beautiful weather all year long, in our sunshine state, older individuals are golfing, playing tennis, pickleball, kayaking, swimming and the list goes on and on; but with all of this healthy activity, adults are more susceptible to …
Read More »The World Health Organization Aims to Prevent Millions of Deaths From Vaccine-Preventable Diseases: April 24-30 is World Immunization Week
Munroe Regional Medical Center wants to shed light on the importance of vaccinations through educating the communities they serve. World Immunization week is an excellent time to call attention to potentially life-saving vaccines that are available to protect you and your loved ones from various preventable diseases. Campaign essentials for …
Read More »Hearing Loss and Distractions Can Cause Severe Vehicular Accidents
By Danielle Rosier, Au.D. Doesn’t it drive you crazy following a car on the interstate with the blinker going for miles? Or the vehicle that goes through a stopped intersection clearing the way for an emergency vehicle? How about the person who pulls out in front of you who cannot hear …
Read More »Certain Foods Exacerbate Tooth Fractures
It’s spring! This time of year, we’re more apt to indulge in foods that might not be the best for our teeth. Our favorite Easter candies like taffy and suckers, can lead to some unsightly and often painful dental disorders. What should you do if you break a tooth? You should …
Read More »Alternative Medicine in the Evaluation and Care of Parkinson’s Disease Patients
By Dr. Michael John Badanek, BS, DC, CNS, CTTP, DACBN, DCBCN, MSGR./CHEV Orthodox medicine has long ignored gut bacteria’s role in human health and disease. But things are changing. So called “alternative” doctors and researchers – who are in fact the real men and women of medicine – have recognized …
Read More »National Occupational Therapy (OT) Month
Happy national occupational therapy month! This month is used to recognize those who spend their lives working to improve yours. Occupational therapists provide hands on rehabilitation to help patients after illness or injury, or patients with disabilities improve their ability to move and function in daily life. One of the biggest …
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