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What Is Breast Cancer Genetic Testing- And Who Should Get It?

You may have noticed a lot of pink around this month because October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Although survival rates from breast cancer are at an all-time high, breast cancer still devastates many families each year. In addition to preventive screening, some women are using genetic tests for breast cancer to measure their risk.…

Spotlight: Home Helpers of Bradenton Provides Senior In-Home Care Options

If you’ve ever had to take care of a loved one in the home, you know how stressful it is. Sometimes, a loved one may need regular care beyond what you can offer. Perhaps that person has mild dementia, and you worry what they will forget to do around the house. Or, they may be…

4 Financial Scams Used Against the Elderly….Don’t Fall Prey to These

Our seniors are the target of a whole host of financial scams, some of which can fool even the most vigilant among us. Unfortunately, scammers often think ahead of the average consumer, so they are always devising new ways to fool us. Here are just four examples of common financial scams that target the elderly.…

Driving is something that many of us probably take for granted. Our ability to drive gets us where we need to go. In many cases, it’s a necessity unless you live in a big-city. In the Bradenton/Sarasota area, the ability to drive is a mandatory part of our daily routine for many of us. …

September is National Yoga Month. If you’re not already on the yoga bandwagon, there are plenty of reasons to give it a try. Before you think you have to twist yourself like a pretzel to get the benefits of yoga, think again. Yoga can benefit just about anyone and everyone—at any age or fitness level.…

There are a multitude of fun things to do in the Bradenton/Sarasota area, but we recommend taking the occasional ride over the Sunshine Skyway Bridge to check out what’s happening in St. Pete. From beaches to wineries to museums, you’ll find no shortage of entertainment and amusement. Here are just some of the fun things…