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While the focus of standard care is to treat patients after the onset of illness, concierge or personalized care focuses on keeping patients healthy and out of the hospital. Dr. Frances Capraro is a board certified family physician that engages…
For anyone who has ever suffered from chronic pain — which according to a 2011 report from the Institute of Medicine (IOM), more than 100 million Americans suffer from chronic pain at a cost of around $600 billion a year…
By Michelle Spitzer Traveling several hours across the state for treatment can take an emotional and physical toll on cancer patients, but many of them will do whatever is needed to get the best possible care. Now patients can get…
Learning the signs of stroke and acting FAST could save your life or a loved one’s By: Daniela Rusovici, MD, PhD, board-certified neurologist and a member of Parrish Medical Group. Q: What causes a stroke? A:A stroke is often called…
Water turns walking “can’ts” into “cans.” How many times have you associated the thought of private rooms, an upscale café and bistro, a fully-wired media and library area outfitted with computers, and surround sound movie theatre with a rehabilitation center…
by Carl Kotala EFSC Accelerates Transition from Community College The debut of Eastern Florida State College’s first two bachelor degree programs has been an unmitigated success … so here come more. “Health care is among the fastest job growth fields…
Summer and swimsuit season are here! Nutrition is 75% of the fight – It takes a lot of exercise (I mean a lot) to undo a poor nutrition plan. Portion size is the most important component. Extra portions mean extra…
By: Vanessa Billingsley Some men and women are able to live flourishing, healthy lives by diligently engaging in diet, vitamin and mineral supplementation, and exercise programs. However, some of us experience that despite our attentive efforts to age gracefully, hormones…
It’s time to put the finishing touches on training for one of Brevard’s most popular running events, the Melbourne Art Festival 5k! According to Denise Piercy, owner of the Running Zone, 1,459 local “athletes” of all ages and fitness levels…
