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By Martin Maldonado, MD, FACG The current guidelines for colonoscopy are recommended for anyone over 45 to get screened. Early colonoscopy prevents cases of colon cancer in those over the age of 45 due to education and efforts to remove polyps early on before they can proliferate and turn cancerous. …

SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) is a Free program offered by the Florida Department of Elder Affairs and the Area Agency on Aging of Pasco & Pinellas. Specially trained volunteers can assist you with your Medicare, Medicaid, and Health insurance questions by providing one-on-one counseling and information. SHINE …

Learn more about How BioPro+ CortiSleep PM Can Help. Is your daily routine suffering or are you having a difficult time finding enough energy to muddle through your tasks, job, obligations, or exercise goals? You’re not alone, as we age, our energy levels often take a nosedive, but despite what …

By Brian Matier, M.D. Colon cancer is now the third most common cause of cancer and the second most common cause of cancer deaths in the United States. It affects nearly 1 in 20 people. Due to the increase in awareness of the importance of colonoscopies, there is a significant …

By Ginger Lettelleir An ideal Valentine’s Day isn’t just about sipping champagne in a romantic restaurant. It’s not about red roses and chocolates either. It’s about sharing the idea of romance and showing how much, you care to that special someone in your life. Why not treat your love to …

By Regenexx Tampa Bay, Regenerative Medicine Utilizing birth tissues to harvest stem cells for orthopedic and other areas of medicine is an exciting topic. However, there are currently no FDA-approved uses for allogeneic (coming from someone else) stem cell products other than cord blood or bone marrow transplantations after certain …

You’ve been diagnosed with a chronic health condition. Now what? In most cases we get sick and eventually recover, but it’s different with a chronic diagnosis such as diabetes, arthritis, or heart disease. Your constant tiredness, discomfort or pain may not always be understood by others. The limits on lifestyle …

While flu numbers have been low in the last few years, health care experts predict a more active flu season. Early signs show an increase in flu cases throughout the country, including the Tampa Bay area. To help you prepare for the flu season ahead, Dr. Nathan Keith Waldrep, assistant …

It’s that time of year: fresh starts, new beginnings, resolutions made. With a New Year comes that feeling that we can begin new habits. Certainly, after the endless slog of pandemic concerns, we’ve earned a moment to take a deep breath and relax. No, the pandemic isn’t over, but we’re …

Why Would We Need Growth Hormone Treatment? Our bodies naturally produce human growth hormone (HGH) in the pituitary gland within the brain. Although the primary goal of HGH is to promote healthy growth in adolescence, it’s critical to maintain HGH levels into adulthood. As we age, the decline in HGH …