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Did you know that loneliness has a greater impact on your health than obesity and physical inactivity? In fact, loneliness can be attributed to: • 29% increase in heart disease • 32% increase in risk of stroke • 50% increase in dementia Socialization is crucial for the well-being of older …

The American Cancer Society’s recently released annual report of cancer trends provides a deep dive into cancer incidence, death rates and survival. The publication is a go-to resource and forms the basis for vital, ongoing research into the causes and risk factors of cancer as well as transformational treatment discoveries. …

Marieb College simulation ensures graduates are ready for any emergency Emergencies are unpredictable, and preparing future healthcare professionals to handle them is a top priority at Florida Gulf Coast University. To ensure students gain invaluable real-world experience, FGCU hosted its inaugural “Disaster Day” event in November, bringing together over 600 …

Saving Your Brain is a state-of-the-art facility that offers non-drug programs providing viable solutions for almost any neurodevelopmental, behavioral, academic, psychological, or mental health issue. Currently, we are seeing people from age 2 to 88 and every age group in between. Some of our younger school-age children and young adults …

For today’s seniors, the desire to stay at home is strong. In fact, the modern elderly population is much different from its past counterparts. Almost 90% of people over 65 want to live in their home and community as long as possible, according to a report by the AARP Public …

By DR. ROBERT LUPO, D.C. None of us are impervious to aches and pains, but for numerous individuals chronic tingling, numbness, and pain disrupts their lives on a daily basis. In the United States, neuropathy affects close to 25 million people. Neuropathy symptoms are typically a heavy sensation in the …

Dr. Sunil Panchal When you’re dealing with chronic low back pain, it’s difficult to focus on anything other than your discomfort. The agonizing and sometimes debilitating pain can cause us to lose out on the important things, like spending time with our families, being productive at work, and even the simplest …

Every year in the United States nearly 800,000 people will suffer from a stroke. If it’s not caught early enough, it can lead to death, paralysis, cognitive impairment, aphasia and many more complications. When oxygen and blood can’t reach the brain, the brain cells begin to die very rapidly. Oxygen is …

In Tampa, physical therapy now comes with a Bold Guarantee – Plan to get better, or your money back! Competitive Edge Physical Therapy (CEP) in Tampa, Florida, is rewriting the rules of patient care with a bold promise: if, after the initial evaluation, the clinic doesn’t provide a clear and …

As our loved ones age, particularly those facing cognitive conditions such as dementia, they may require specialized care to ensure an optimal quality of life. For many seniors and their caretakers, adult day care centers play a crucial role in providing essential support, cognitive stimulation, and life-changing social interactions. Generations …