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Heat wreaks havoc on varicose veins, and stepping outside on a summer day can cause flare-ups of already painful symptoms. Unfortunately, high temperatures are nearly impossible to avoid parts of the year in many areas around the country. Two minutes outside in July and August can leave you drenched in …

The modern “dad bod” has become a running joke online, but for many men, stubborn belly fat, brain fog, low energy, poor sleep, and declining libido are not just signs of getting older. They may be symptoms of hormone imbalance, chronic stress, or metabolic dysfunction. Men often push through these …

By Chand Rohatgi, MD In the United States, approximately 2 million new cancer cases will be diagnosed in 2025 alone. Even more sobering is the fact that about 1 in 3 people will develop cancer during their lifetime, with current statistics showing approximately 39% of men and women will face …

By Gene Turner, MD, FAARFM June is Men’s Health Month, and at Mid-Florida Age Management, we believe it’s the perfect time for men of all ages to pause, reflect, and take meaningful action toward a longer, healthier life. Too often, men delay seeking medical care until a problem becomes impossible …

T.E. Vallabhan, MD, FACC John F. Kennedy once said, “The time to repair the roof is when the sun is shining.”  This statement holds true when we focus on many of the issues in life, especially our health.  Some of the most common cardiac risk symptoms are often overlooked.  Ideally, individuals …

June marks Men’s Health Month, a national observance focused on encouraging men to prioritize their physical well-being through prevention, early detection and treatment of health issues. The orthopaedic specialists at UF Health offer valuable insights for men looking to maintain optimal physical health while avoiding common sports-related injuries. Building a …

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 …

Give the Gift of Hair Restoration (and Secrecy) This Mother’s Day by Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS Having worked in the realm of hair restoration for some time, I understand there’s still a bit of stigma that comes with hair loss. It can feel like a multitude of things. Despite …

In a groundbreaking approach to combating one of medicine’s most challenging diseases, Renstar Medical Research is spearheading clinical trials that could fundamentally change how we address Alzheimer’s disease. Rather than focusing solely on treating symptoms after they appear, the TRAILRUNNER-ALZ 3 Study takes a revolutionary preventative approach by targeting the …

Each May, we celebrate Better Hearing Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about hearing loss and encouraging people to take a proactive approach to their hearing health. As an audiologist, I couldn’t be more excited about this annual reminder—because hearing is one of our most powerful connections to the …