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Did you know that loneliness has a greater impact on your health than obesity and physical inactivity? In fact, loneliness can be attributed to: • 29% increase in heart disease • 32% increase in risk of stroke • 50% increase in dementia Socialization is crucial for the well-being of older …

The American Cancer Society’s recently released annual report of cancer trends provides a deep dive into cancer incidence, death rates and survival. The publication is a go-to resource and forms the basis for vital, ongoing research into the causes and risk factors of cancer as well as transformational treatment discoveries. …

AFib is an irregular heart rate that is often rapid with palpitations and causes insufficient blood flow. More than 6 million individuals in the United States have AFib. Hereditary heart disease usually causes the disorder, but other factors contributing to heart arrhythmias are high cholesterol, high blood pressure, obesity, heavy …

Submitted by Hospice of Marion County According to the 2023 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures, the Alzheimer’s Association reported that more than 11 million Americans provided unpaid care for people with Alzheimer’s or other dementias. These caregivers provided an estimated 18 billion hours valued at $340 billion. Additionally, 59% of …

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 …

Smoking, excess body weight and alcohol consumption are the leading risk factors for cancer—and the most preventable, according to the American Cancer Society. While this information is well known to health care professionals, the U.S. Surgeon General recently recommended that warning labels be placed on alcohol products to help make …

Your heart beats about 100,000 times per day, pumping life-sustaining blood throughout your body. Yet, despite its tireless service, many of us unknowingly put this vital organ at risk through poor dietary choices and weight management. Understanding the intricate relationship between heart health, body weight, and nutrition can be the …

A Life with Joint Pain As the pain pandemic continues more joints everywhere are losing their mojo. Over 500 million people are impacted by osteoarthritis (OA) worldwide. Joint pain changes the way people feel and act. Luckily there is plenty of support outside of medication. Sometimes the thought of exercising …

By Dr. Chad Rose. DC This Valentine’s Day, let’s talk about a different kind of weakness in the knees – the kind that’s less about romance and more about your joint health. While poets and songwriters have long used “weak knees” as a metaphor for love, at Rose Wellness Clinic, …

A Modern Approach to Mobility and Wellness In recent years, assisted stretching has emerged as a powerful technique in the wellness industry, offering unique advantages that extend far beyond what individuals can achieve through traditional self-stretching methods. This professional approach to flexibility training, where a trained practitioner guides and supports …