Central Florida Health and Wellness Magazine Health and Wellness Articles of the Villages
Cancer. We hear about it almost every day, whether in the paper, on the news, or by word of mouth. Rarely do we acknowledge that cancer can affect us personally. This frightening disease comes in various forms. Commonly talked about types are lung cancer, prostate cancer, cervical cancer, and breast …
Read More »The Q&A on MRI
What is MRI? Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a noninvasive imaging test that uses a powerful magnet and radio frequency to process data and send it to a computer, which in turn creates high-quality images of interior views of the body. MRI’s detailed views have allowed it to replace exploratory …
Read More »We Are CarePatrol
Today’s senior care options are expanding but not as fast as the population is growing. The oldest baby boomer turned 65 years old in 2011. So what? That means, after that occurrence, 10,000 boomers turn 65 every single day! In 1900, 1 in 25 Americans was a senior. In 2020, …
Read More »Man Up: Know Your Risk and Prevent Heart Disease
The list of the biggest health threats for men is surprisingly short: heart disease, cancer, accidents, chronic lower respiratory disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and suicide. One thing each of these threats have in common in that prevention pays off. It is no surprise that heart disease tops this list …
Read More »TIRED? OVERWEIGHT? HEADACHES OR PAIN?
THERE IS A NEW SOLUTION IN TOWN. Introducing a comprehensive wellness practice that specializes in your total health. Ocala Chiropractic and Wellness is different from any practice you have been before. When you walk in you are warmly welcomed personally by Dr.Grove or his wife, Lauren. Ocala Chiropractic and …
Read More »August Is Children's Eye Health and Safety Month!
August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month—a great signal for you to get your child’s eyes checked before school starts. It’s almost back-to-school time and you’re prepared with your child’s enrollment forms, orientation schedules, and immunizations–but what about their eyes? Join us as we observe Children’s Eye Health and …
Read More »Long Term Care? Why have it?
By George T. Leamon, CLTC – Lutgert Insurance The baby boomer generation is becoming more aware that insurance plays a very important role in their lives. This could be one of the reasons why we are seeing an increase in the number of insurance agencies that are playing for our …
Read More »Nature’s Answer to Dementia.
As you may know, the incidence of dementia is a growing concern among our senior population. More and more, we hear terms like cognitive decline and Alzheimer’s when describing the elderly. What do all of these words mean? And is there anything that can be done to treat those that …
Read More »Hot Weather Running Tip
The Road Runners Club of America wants to remind the running community about the importance of following our hot weather running tips. Running in the heat of summer can be dangerous if proper precautions and preparations are not followed. . Avoid dehydration! You can lose between 6 and 12 oz. …
Read More »Vacation & Fresh Look
Summer vacations mean various destinations to different kinds of travelers, whether you’re looking to stick an umbrella in the sand, sip drinks by the pool, or hike some hills. Vacations are a great time to meet up with family and friends and for escaping our daily routines. One thing we …
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