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HEALTH FACTS: Lumps and Bumps
Some of the most common procedures performed by surgeons involve removal of “lumps and bumps” from various parts of the body. These can vary in size and complexity, depending
Medical Advice
Tips for Preventing Drowning and Recreational Water Illnesses As Florida’s summer weather begins to heat up, it’s the perfect time of year to cool down by the water. Swimming and
SENIOR CARE: Cataracts and Seniors— What You Need to Know
Cataracts and Seniors June is Cataract Awareness Month, making it a good time to talk about this degenerative condition that affects the eyesight of over million Americans. Cataracts generally affect
PCMA LETTER: Having ‘the Talk’
Every June, Men’s Health Month, is emphasized across the country with screenings, health fairs, and educational events. These efforts are to help ensure that every male, from boyhood to
Pop Quiz: Are you Attune to the Early Signs of Hearing Loss?
Test Your Knowledge of the Different Types, Plus the Signs and Symptoms What? Could you repeat that, please? If you or a loved one is suffering from hearing loss, the
Community: Preventing Accidents and Injuries Around the Home
From Falls to Fires, Discover How to Reduce Common Household Hazards Do you know what the leading cause of death for people between the ages of one and 44 is
Medical Update: Men’s Urination Problems
Physician Now Offering UroLift® Procedure for Men with Urination Problems Dr. Kenneth Essig, a Winter Haven urological surgeon, has become the first doctor in Polk County to offer the minimally
Man-to-Man Talk: Preventing Cancer and Other Health Risks
A Cancer Survivor and a Local Physician Share their Unique Perspectives Arnold Henig was 69 years-old when he was diagnosed with Myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS), a type of cancer that occurs
Pop Quiz: Is It Chronic Cough Due to Allergies, or Something Else?
Get to the Bottom of Your Chronic Cough By Answering these Questions Most people don’t consider a little cough something that is serious enough to see the doctor about. However,
Health Facts: Trishanna Sookdeo column
Painless neck swelling? Palpitations? Poor mood? It might be your thyroid gland The thyroid gland is an endocrine organ found in the front of your neck. It secretes thyroid
