Category Archives: Health and Fitness

Gum Disease Can Be a Sign of More Serious Health Problems

There’s an important reason to see your dentist regularly, and it goes beyond just having a beautiful smile. Dentists and dental hygienists can help promote better health for our gums and check for gum problems. Sometimes, gum problems can indicate other more serious health problems. Here are some of the serious health problems that…

Business Spotlight: Dentist Jose Goldberg, DDS

Your smile can say a lot about you, so make it a beautiful one. For a better smile, give the office of Dr. Jose Goldberg a call. Dr. Goldberg, located on Manatee Avenue West in Bradenton, has more than 30 years of dental experience. His office serves a wide range of dental needs that…

Cataract surgery is one of the most frequently performed surgeries in the U.S. Cataracts are common in people over age 65. With the frequency of cataract surgery around the U.S. and with the aging of the U.S. population, we share here some frequently asked questions—FAQs—about cataract surgery. The information is from the National Eye Institute…

A Closer Look at Drug and Alcohol Addiction Among the Elderly

When you hear that someone is addicted to drugs or alcohol, what image do you have in your mind? Is it of a person who is younger or middle-aged? You may be surprised to learn how common drug and alcohol addiction are among the older population. In fact, 2.5 million older adults are addicted to…

Got Migraines? June Is Migraine Awareness Month

Most of us have experienced headaches from time to time. A smaller number of us have experienced migraines. June is Migraine Awareness Month, so it’s an ideal time to call attention to the effect of migraines. First, let’s start with a definition of migraines, as defined by the Migraine Research Foundation. Migraines are “an extremely…

Community Spotlight: Dr. Karen Draper of The Hearing Spa

Your hearing is something that you might take for granted until you begin to lose it. Although some hearing loss is inevitable as we get older, regular care for any sudden hearing changes and hearing loss that affects our ability to enjoy life need a review from a hearing professional. The Hearing Spa is the…

Here Are the Signs of a Stroke–and How to Act FAST

Do you know the signs of a stroke—and what to do if you suspect someone is having a stroke? Rapid management of a stroke is crucial to prevent permanent damage or even death. In fact, strokes are the No. 5 cause of death in the U.S., and every four minutes, someone dies of a stroke.…