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Dr. Seuss once said, “The more you read, the more things you know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.” Parents, teachers, and doctors often emphasize the importance of reading to a child’s well-being, education and health….
Get a 30-day supply of necessary medications If you take prescription medications, purchased from your local pharmacy, try having a 30-day supply on hand. But this is not as easy as it sounds — many insurance companies will not authorize…
By Judy Piersall I was in my 20s the first time my cholesterol was checked. With a result of 202, I was given a bag full of information on statins (cholesterol lowering drugs) and was charged to make a decision…
by L’ORÉAL PARIS Spring is over and the heat of the summer months are here. With so much going on during this time of the year, it’s totally understandable that a few things slip your mind. Below, we share five…
Restoring Vision Locally and Globally William Osler said, “The good physician treats the disease; the great physician treats the patient who has the disease.” Dr. Frank Venzara III and Dr. David Neely of Florida Retina Specialists embody, epitomize and exemplify…
by Alisha Crabtree Behind Every Successful Practice is a Family When visiting Dental Excellence Melbourne, you are not entering the typical dental practice, but rather a friend’s house who happens to be a dental expert. Even the office décor has…
by Judy Piersall I love to dance. I was a member of dance teams in both high school and college. We always had music playing at home and my children and I danced constantly. So, in 2011, when I was…
by Corrie Borde Congratulations on this special occasion. Your marriage is considered a “life changing event” and creates a Special Enrollment Period (SEP) as it relates to individual, family and group health insurance benefits. It also creates a time in…
By Cathy A. Presnick, LME 12 Weeks Prior Schedule a consultation with a medical esthetician. Begin prepping with a customized home care regimen. As an example, we suggest products including ingredients with vitamin c for nutrients, hyaluronic acid for plumping,…
By Judy Piersall Being mindful of diet and exercise is something many of us take seriously. It takes discipline over time; it’s a lifestyle. Menopause was a game changer, forcing me to pay attention to how I eat. As I’ve…
By Judy Schrader, LMHC I recently saw a couple, who I’ll call Bob and Jane, came for marriage counseling. They were already planning their separation. Bob was unsure he wanted to stay married, he was having an affair that he was…
There is one mantra that Dr. Saluja and Dr. Novo truly believe and live by at Dermatology + Plastic Surgery, which is “for your best self.” The synergy of their fields has blended seamlessly in their practice focusing on head…
Quick thinking, cutting-edge care at Health First Spares Theater Owner Jessica Kurrus was sitting at her mom’s computer when she heard a horrifying, unrecognizable sound. “It wasn’t like anything I’d ever heard before,” the 23-year-old flight attendant recalled of the…
By Jessica Kane Staying active, eating right and taking care of your physical health is crucial to having a good quality of life. Don’t forget about your mental health. It’s just as important staying healthy on the inside too. One…
By Mallorie Ann Ingram Let’s talk about laser hair removal. Ouch right? Not if you’re visiting Jeanne Whitman’s Achieve Beautiful Skin Medi-Spa in Viera. “We are the only ones in Brevard County with this type of treatment,” Whitman says. “It’s…