Charlotte Edition

By Alex Anderson Mayflies I had this crazy thought. See if you can follow me on this. I’m 53 years old. If I live to be 86 years old (a very real possibility given my genes) then I have 33 years left. At first this sounds like a lot of time, and it is, unless the perspective is changed to …

By Dr. Debbie Marks Dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets, birds, and lizards all show up to the clinic with various sized and shaped lumps and bumps. Most lumps may never seem to be of any bother to the animal, but many, astute pet owners are rightfully concerned and want to know what their options are. Unfortunately, nothing about the size, shape, …

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 Safety Month in partnership with Prevent Blindness America and the …

By Dr. Jeremiah Joseph, Chiropractic Neurologist Renowned Author of “Recover Your Health” There is a condition that 10 – 20 million Americans are living with. A condition that is frequently misdiagnosed or many times not diagnosed at all. It is called Peripheral Neuropathy. Peripheral Neuropathy is a disease that affects the outlying, or “peripheral”, nerves that run throughout the body. …

Disasters can happen anytime, anyplace to anyone, but as a resident of Florida it is  important to approach hurricane season fully prepared with a plan especially for those caring for someone with Alzheimer’s Disease or other memory impairments. Disasters can be particularly disruptive to the daily living of older adults and their caregivers.  An emergency can exacerbate the effects of …

By Yollo Wellness 300,000 people die annually from health problems related to obesity. Is your food worth dying for? There are many reasons why we are fatter than ever. The modern diet consists of over processed, fatty foods. They are called “skeletal” foods because they contain very little nutrients with a lot of calories. All structure and functions of the …

Don’t let your hearing loss prevent you from getting  the most out of your time off! By Dr. Noël Crosby, Au.D. Got a vacation coming up?  If you do, chances are you have a checklist of things that need to be done before you head out of town…i.e. cancel your mail and paper delivery, fill prescriptions and pack medications, give …

Advanced Imaging of Port Charlotte Positron Emission Tomography (PET) is a powerful imaging technique that holds great promise in the diagnosis Alzheimer’s is the most common type of dementia that can cause problems with thinking, memory, and behavior.  Fifty to eighty percent of dementia cases are patients with Alzheimer’s.  The disease progressively gets worse, interfering with daily tasks.  The disease …

You have spent years perfecting your craft; college, medical school, residency, and continuing education. Countless hours spent in the operating room saving lives for some and improving the quality of life for others. We respect and appreciate your dedication. You are always there for your patients. Who is there for you? Who is in your corner? Especially, when it comes …

By Vicki Polce, Studio FSW Florida SouthWestern State College As a child, I thought there was nobody like my dad.  The strong, silent type – but when he had something to say, you had better listen! A wounded World War II veteran, he came back home to start a business and take care of his family. As he approached his …