Polk/Brandon

Recently Savannah Court of Lake Wales was awarded the “Pinnacle Award” and “The Best of 2021” in senior living by SeniorAdvisor.com. The Savannah family of retirement living communities offers an exceptional array of retirement options for Florida residents and their loved ones. Our unique communities stretch across the state, including …

A drug the FDA approved last month can be helpful for regrowing hair in people with a particular type of hair loss called alopecia areata. However, it comes with some concerning side effects that every patient should consider carefully. For years I’ve been perfecting hair restoration therapies that I know …

What You Should Know About OAB Stimulants, Symptoms and Treatment Kenneth A. Essig, M.D. People with overactive bladder (OAB) often experience urgency at inconvenient and unpredictable times and may have trouble with leaking. Overactive bladder interferes with work, daily routines, intimacy and can reduce an individuals’ self-esteem and quality of …

By Dr. David Steinberg, Pharmacist As the baby boomer generation ages and medications become more numerous, children and family members are charged with caring for the loved ones. This task comes not only with much stress but also with many questions. The questions often range from “Who will administer the …

by Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS June. It’s the month when we honor fathers and the month when I dedicate my article each year completely to men. I thought, why not start off with a little (maybe too little) male hair humor to make you smile? So here goes: What …

Developing a comprehensive plan for financial preservation is essential to help seniors avoid costly mistakes and prevent financial devastation. Senior Information Centers, an umbrella network of licensed Florida professionals, provides comprehensive estate planning services that help seniors preserve and protect their assets. The company, with offices in Boca Raton, Sarasota …

After a national search, BayCare has named Kristen Smith, MSN, RN, as the new Chief Nursing Officer for BayCare Polk County hospitals. She began in the new role on Feb. 21. Smith, who was the director of Patient Services at BayCare’s St. Anthony’s Hospital, will be responsible for maintaining BayCare’s …

by Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS Ah, May. Everyone knows it’s the month when we celebrate mothers around the world. But have you ever wondered where the word “May” comes from? It’s believed to be an adaptation of a Greek goddess’s name, “Maius,” who was known as the “goddess of …

We all want to adopt a healthier lifestyle, but most of us do not know where to begin. The advice on diet and lifestyle choices to achieve these goals are vast, can be oppositional and often require drastic changes. It may feel overwhelming and we just don’t know where to …

We Can Help – and That’s No Joke By Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS April’s known for pranks – a jokester pins a silly sign on your back or puts salt in your sugar bowl, with everyone in on the joke but you. But let’s face it – if you’re …