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From Rejuvenation to ‘Prejuvenation’

Younger Generations Focusing on Preventive Over Reparative Cosmetic Procedures by RYAN MILEJCZAK Cosmetic procedures have become increasingly common during the past decade. Procedures like botox treatment, hyaluronic acid fillers, and intense pulsed light (IPL) therapy are more popular than ever, and more and more young people are choosing to get cosmetic procedures than ever before.…
Make HIV Testing, Treatment a Healthcare Priority

by MICHELE TRICE Sponsored by Central Florida Health Care World AIDS Awareness Day is December 1, and people around the globe will focus attention on Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) testing, treatment, and life with HIV. According to APRN Linda Gellatly, Central Florida Health Care’s infectious disease provider, there are just…
Pop Quiz!

Don’t Fall for the Skinfluencer Hype November is National Healthy Skin Month, and it’s a time when the American Academy of Dermatology wants you to learn about healthy skincare habits and pay attention to your skin. Board-certified dermatologists would also love for people to stop following a lot of the skincare advice and trends they…

Inadequate Blood Supply to Bowels Causes Mesenteric Ischemia

Mesenteric ischemia is a not very common cause of abdominal pain and occurs typically in smokers and patients who have other stigmata of peripheral arterial disease. This can be acute or chronic mesenteric ischemia and happens due to atherosclerotic disease of blood vessels of the intestines resulting in inadequate blood supply to the bowels. This…
Prioritize Your Eyes in 2025!

The eyes are one of the most important organs in our body, allowing us to see and experience the world around us. It is crucial to prioritize eye safety to prevent any potential injuries or long-term damage. In this article, we will explore various safety measures and practices that can help protect and prioritize your…
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm: Diagnosis and Treatment

Last month, we learned what an aortic aneurysm is, how it can be detected, its presentation, and risk factors. This month, we’ll discuss diagnosis and treatment. How Can It Be Diagnosed This can be done with the help of an ultrasound, a painless, safe test that does not involve any radiation. If confirmed and found…