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Men’s Health Month, celebrated every June, is a good time for men of all ages to focus on steps to reduce their cancer risks and learn about the screenings available to detect problems early. Skin, prostate, lung and colon cancer are the four most common cancers in American men. Here’s …

By Parveen Vahora, M.D. Endometriosis is a painful, chronic condition that affects an estimated 1 in 10 women of reproductive age. It occurs when tissue like that which lines the uterus is found outside the uterus, usually in the abdomen or pelvis. Endometriosis most commonly involves your ovaries, fallopian tubes …

A herniated disc, also known as a slipped disc, can occur during strenuous activities, physical labor, or even simple, awkward movements. This condition not only causes significant pain and discomfort but also limits your mobility. At Competitive Edge Physical Therapy in Tampa, FL, we employ revolutionary technology and hands-on therapy …

It may seem unbelievable that the statistics for Alzheimer’s and Dementia are skyrocketing to upwards of 6 million in the US, and that number is expected to triple by 2050. Have you or a loved one already been diagnosed with this devastating disease? Forgetfulness, agitation and frustration, social withdrawal, difficulty …

By Dan P. Montzka, M.D. May marks Stroke Awareness Month, a crucial time to highlight the importance of understanding strokes and their potential impact on various aspects of health, including vision. While strokes primarily affect the brain, their repercussions can extend to the eyes, often serving as early indicators or …

In the complex symphony of hormones orchestrating the human body’s functions, cortisol and testosterone play pivotal roles. While cortisol, often dubbed the “stress hormone,” prepares the body for fight or flight responses during stressful situations, testosterone, the quintessential male hormone, regulates various physiological processes, including muscle mass, bone density, and …

Treating Shoulder Pain Successfully with Radiofrequency Paula Sharper and her husband had just recently moved to Florida, and she had been dealing with ongoing shoulder pain for a long time, which seemed to be getting worse. Paula was diagnosed with severe osteoarthritis of the AC joint (acromioclavicular joint) in the …

We’ve been forewarned that this year’s storm season is going to be much more active than last years. We can hope and cross our fingers that our coast won’t get hit, but it’s essential to make plans for hurricane season. It’s important to have a plan. • Lists of medication …

Submitted by Hospice of Marion County Making your healthcare wishes known is a win for everyone involved in your care. That is why during National Healthcare Decisions Month, healthcare organizations across the country highlight the importance of having advance directives. April 16 is celebrated as National Healthcare Decisions Day. This …

All Americans have some degree of cataract change by the age of 75. As the country’s population advances in years, cataract surgery has become one of the most common surgical procedures, nearing 4 million cases annually. Recent advances in cataract surgery, including computer-assisted eye mapping and laser assisted cataract removal, …