Are you in your late 30’s or early 40’s and just don’t feel quite “right” or like yourself anymore? As women, when we were in our early teens our mothers and older sisters were there to explain puberty and menstruation to us. As we age, our bodies continue to change, yet once we reach the 40’s many of our mothers are no longer with us any longer. That often leaves...
The annual wellness exam can last from a half hour to an hour depending on your health and your physician. It will start with a personal HRA (Health Risk Assessment). This includes health history, family health history, and head to toe physical exam. Your doctor will take note of any physical complaints or maladies you currently have as well. The family history can be...
While you may be familiar with the more common skin disorders such as skin cancer, acne, cold sores, rosacea and psoriasis, these are far from the only conditions that are having an effect on the American population in 2017. Skin conditions can range from uncomfortable to downright painful. They mar our smooth skin and can be socially embarrassing causing damage to our...
Intense heat can be a real problem for the human body. Many people move to or visit southern Florida because of its sun and fun, but the sun can also be a potentially dangerous thing. Especially for those who are over 50, heat stroke is a serious and potentially fatal problem. Heat stroke, often called sunstroke, is a medical emergency. Heat stroke doesn’t come on...
The Zika virus is a mosquito-borne illness that has been reported in various places around the world, including South West Florida. For this reason, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend that people living in or traveling to southern Florida be aware of the potential dangers of this virus. Mosquito-borne illnesses are always a bigger concern in warmer...
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