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By DR. ROBERT LUPO, D.C. Prostate cancer is the third leading cancer among males. It is often a silent killer, as it rarely shows signs or symptoms until it has developed maturely and even metastasized into other areas of the body. This year alone, it will take over 33,330 men’s …

By Vojaé Body Imaging Trying to lose excess body fat can be frustrating. Even with diet and exercise, people often struggle to lose pockets of body fat on the face and body. A survey by the American Dermatological Society reports that more than four out of five people admit that …

By Parveen Vahora, M.D. Unfortunately, most of us find it easy to put things off and procrastinate. Studies and research show that during the pandemic and even after the initial shutdowns when patients were encouraged to make appointments to visit their physicians and not to put off screenings any longer, …

The power of a new tool for breast cancer radiation therapy is making an impact at St. Joseph’s Hospital, as one young mother recently discovered. St. Joseph’s is the first hospital in Tampa Bay to use PreciseRT, a cutting-edge technology that delivers targeted treatment to limit the exposure of stray …

Each year, millions of Americans are referred for a biopsy to analyze something that an initial exam or test reveals may be abnormal. A biopsy involves the removal of a small sample of affected tissue, whether via a needle, small incision or more-invasive excisional biopsy, depending on the area of …

By Ginger Lettelleir Recently I was talking to a friend who told me that he has never had a massage. He said, “Guys don’t get massages.” This was surprising to hear considering the many benefits of regular massage therapy. Spa therapy is a way to provide a reset for your …

By Nasser Razack, MD, JD Alzheimer’s has a devastating effect that many people take for granted. Let’s discuss nine ways to prevent the disease and promote better brain health. 1. Engage in brisk walking for at least 30 minutes five times a week. This can reduce Alzheimer’s disease risk by …

June is Cataract Awareness Month, and the American Academy of Ophthalmology wants to remind everyone, especially folks age 60 and older, that timely detection and treatment of cataracts is essential to protecting healthy vision. Although anyone can develop a cataract, some people are more susceptible than others. Factors such as …

The more we become educated on the benefits of staying healthy and inducing overall wellness, many people are incorporating spa services, and for good reason. In days past, it was often believed that a spa service was for the elite or just reserved for special occasions, but in today’s fast-paced, …

Change is inevitable, but that doesn’t make it a bad thing. In fact, change can often open doors to new opportunities—regardless of your age. It’s even more fulfilling when the change that occurs is one that brings you closer to where you belong. At Sumter Senior Living, conveniently located in …