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Alternative Medical Treatments – Worthwhile or Not?

Understanding Alternative Medicine Alternative medical treatments are practices not typically included in standard medical treatments or hospital protocols. These can include: - Traditional Chinese Medicine (acupuncture, herbal remedies)- Ayurvedic practices from...
Avoiding Fake Medical News!

Avoiding Fake Medical News!

By Dr. D. Rajtora MD, FAAAAI, Member of the Engage Estero Health Council and Allan Bowditch, Chief Communications...

Caring for Your Largest Organ

Caring for Your Largest Organ

Health: Caring for the Largest Organ in your Body  Know what it is?              (If you answered “the skin,” you go to the top of the class!) So, what’s its function? There are many, but to mention a few it: Prevents water loss...

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Mental Health and New College Students

Mental Health and New College Students

Mental Health: Important Guidance For Students Entering Higher Education                  In 2019, the last full year we enjoyed before COVID hit, things were already not well. In the article, Dr. Simeone pointed out, “the...

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Avoiding one of Aging’s Most Dangerous Events

Avoiding one of Aging’s Most Dangerous Events

Health: Avoiding one of Aging’s Most Dangerous Events                  Accidents can happen at any time. Did you know that the number one cause of accidental death in those over 65 is a fall? Forty-six million Americans are...

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How to Extend Your Life Expectancy by7 Years!

How to Extend Your Life Expectancy by
7 Years!

Health: How to Extend Your Life Expectancy by 7 Years!                  We are fortunate to live in Southwest Florida and Estero in particular. Given the endless sunny days we experience, many year-round outdoor activities...

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Perhaps It’s Time to Enrich Your Life in Retirement

Perhaps It’s Time to Enrich Your Life in Retirement

Enrich Your RetirementPERHAPS IT’S TIME TO ENRICH YOUR LIFE IN RETIREMENT!Around 10,000 people retire each day, and this rate will continue for the next 10-15 years. Many retirees will spend roughly 1/3rd of their lives in retirement! Many of these individuals do not...

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Black Mold: What you need to Know

Black Mold: What you need to Know

Black MoldWhat you need to KnowBackground Moist places generate mold. When mold spores drop where there is excessive moisture, they will grow. Examples include leaks near roofs, windows, or pipes or where there has been flooding. Many building materials provide...

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The Vaccines You Need to Consider Seriously Receiving

The Vaccines You Need to Consider Seriously Receiving

HealthThe Vaccines you Need to Consider Seriously Receiving - Now.Hurricane Ian devastated SW Florida, and our hearts go out to all those who suffered! Although we were more fortunate than many, many residents, especially those living in West Broadway Estero, are...

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Understanding PTSD and Substance Abuse

Understanding PTSD and Substance Abuse

Studies show PTSD and substance use problems are abundant in people who served in the military and civilians. According to Quyen Bui, Marriage and Family Therapist, American Addiction Centers, almost 1 out of every 3 Veterans seeking treatment for substance use...

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