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Pop Quiz! Low T or Just Low Key: Do You Know Your Testosterone Level?

There’s no denying that slowing down is a natural part of getting older. Our energy levels drop, we’re not as strong as we used to be, and sexual interest decreases. However, for some—men especially—that slowing down can be a result of low testosterone. While testosterone is found in both sexes, testosterone levels are much higher…
Get a Grip on Headaches and Migraines Before They Disrupt Your Life

by RYAN MILEJCZAK Sponsored by Central Florida Health Care Few things can derail your day like a headache. And for those who suffer from migraines, it’s more than just pain. It’s a full-body assault: throbbing, nausea, light sensitivity, and disruption that can last hours or even days. We often call life’s minor annoyances “headaches,” but…
Prostate Cancer a Threat to Younger Men, Too

BayCare’s Dr. Kenneth Essig Provides Insight About Prostate Cancer Diagnoses at Earlier Ages by REBEKAH PIERCE Think prostate cancer is just an “old man’s disease”? Think again. According to the American Cancer Society, prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in men. About 1 in every 8 men will be diagnosed with it…

Dry Eye Disease Not So Cut and Dry

by Julia King, O.D. Dry eye disease, or dry eye syndrome, is a condition that affects millions of people. Unfortunately, it often goes undiagnosed as many people don’t realize that their symptoms are caused by dry eye. Dry eye syndrome occurs when the eyes do not produce enough tears, or the tears that are produced…
Your Skin Type Can Offer Clues for Care

Knowing your skin type isn’t always easy, but it is essential knowledge to have when seeking out solutions, skin-care products, or dermatology services. There are four main skin types: oily, dry, combination, and sensitive. While a dermatologist can help you determine your skin type, there are some simple tests you can do at home to…
Risk Factors for Deep Vein Thrombosis

Deep vein thrombosis is a serious medical condition that affects millions of people but thankfully is preventable. This is a condition in which a blood clot forms in a deep vein of the body, usually the thigh, leg, and rarely the arm. The worst complication is that the blood clot can break off and travel…