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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 …

Cancer is no stranger to Elaine Healy. “My mother died at 66 from lung cancer,” Healy, a St. Petersburg resident, said. “And I am a cancer survivor.” In 1999 when she was diagnosed with malignant melanoma, Healy was afraid because she didn’t know what the trajectory of the disease would …

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 …

It’s the New Year, and many people are asking “What resolutions did you make?” The truth is, only 8% of those individuals stick with their resolutions. What can you do to make a difference in your life? Perhaps it’s not the same old wish list of losing weight or upping …

Dr. José F. Lázaro has been practicing oral surgery for over 30 years. His expertise and attention to detail set him apart and leave his patients and peers with the highest regard for his skills and knowledge. Dr. Lazaro also has ties to training and educating peers as a key …

By Dr. Jaime Kulaga As the calendar rolls into the next year, many of us begin thinking about new goals, directions and visions for our personal and professional lives. Here are 5 ways to set yourself up for a successful new year: 1. Set SMART Goals The acronym SMART stands …

During sleep, our body and brain goes through an intense and critical “housecleaning” process. This includes memory restoration, muscle repair, and immune system modulation, to name a few. During the night, we go in and out of sleep stages. Deep sleep, known as REM (rapid eye movement), is the final …