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by Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS As the year comes to a close, we’re just a few weeks away from the holiday season! And while spending time with friends and family to get in the festive spirit is always a treat, there also comes the stress we all know too …

Stress is something we all deal with. And it’s not necessarily a bad thing. The human body contains a natural stress response system that serves a purpose. A brief surge of stress helps us stay alert and react quickly when life throws us a curveball. In small doses, it’s useful. …

Let’s be honest—holiday weight gain is practically a seasonal tradition. Between office parties, pumpkin spice everything, and “just one more cookie,” most of us spend November and December in stretchy pants, promising we’ll get serious after New Year’s. But here’s the truth: waiting until January means starting behind. By then, …

By Dr. Andrew Franklin, DPM, PH.D Biving with diabetes requires constant vigilance, and one of the most serious complications that can arise is the development of finding comfortable footwear. If you’re dealing with a painful bump at the base of your big toe, you’re not alone—and more importantly, you don’t …

The holiday season is often described as “the most wonderful time of the year.” Yet for many, it’s also one of the most emotionally complicated. For people living with cancer, survivors, or caregivers, the holidays can stir up a deep mix of feelings — joy and gratitude intertwined with fatigue, …

By Parveen Vahora, M.D. As the calendar turns and resolutions take shape, there’s no better time to prioritize your health and well-being. This year, give yourself the gift of transformation through cutting-edge regenerative medicine treatments that address concerns you may have been hesitant to discuss. You deserve to feel confident, …

by AudioNova Many adults are surprised when they first notice that conversations in restaurants, family gatherings, or busy social settings feel harder than they used to. You might be able to hear every sound around you, yet the person across the table feels distant or unclear. You may find yourself …

By Paul Mahle, MD | UF Health Medical Group Orthopaedics As a total joint replacement surgeon, I’m constantly seeking ways to improve outcomes and accelerate recovery for my patients. One of the most significant advancements in hip replacement surgery over recent years has been the direct anterior approach. This technique …

Chronic low back pain is a condition that can significantly impact your quality of life, limiting activities and even interrupting sleep. Traditional treatments such as physical therapy, medications and surgery, often have limited success and may carry risks. In recent years, Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy has emerged as a promising …

by Samuel P. Martin, MD, FACS, Medical Director at Vascular Vein Centers Spider veins (also called telangiectasias) are small superficial blood vessels in the skin. They get their name because their appearance is similar to that of a spider web. They most commonly appear as blue or purple spider web-like …