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Amid ‘filler fatigue,’ traditional cosmetic surgery gains favor

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons says that since the pandemic, there has been an unprecedented demand for ...

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Bone density scans essential in battle against osteoporosis

Bones. Without them our bodies would just be a puddle of skin, muscle, organs and guts on the ...

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VNA offers hospice care for all, with or without insurance

Sooner or later we all have to deal the loss of a loved one and eventually our own ...

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Mobile visits for young patients by Sebastian pediatrician

When he learned that a working mother had lost a day’s pay after she brought her sick son ...

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Cardiologist details the cause of cardiac arrest in athletes

The sports world watched for 9 long minutes recently while Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin lay motionless on ...

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Incomparable Kathie Pierce: A legacy of caring and commitment

Vital Vero health organizations – from the VNA to the Mental Health Association and numerous others – were ...

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RSV, part of viral trifecta, hitting children hard this winter

A viral trifecta is sweeping the country this winter, with COVID-19, the flu and RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) ...

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Women over 65 should still get gynecological exams

Because of the complexities of the female anatomy, women generally start seeing a gynecologist for yearly pelvic exams ...

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Dry eye? New clinic specializes in treating painful condition

Getting older sometimes brings unwanted surprises. Take, for example, your vision, which had been perfect all your life ...

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Pacemaker-like device offers relief for sleep apnea

Dr. Timothy Seth Tudor, an ear, nose and throat doctor at Sebastian River Medical Center, is using a ...

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Guard against stress, illness – and peril – during the holidays

The holiday season with all its happy moments and fun activities also brings unforeseen dangers and emotional triggers. ...

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Cleveland Clinic dietitian’s tips for healthy holiday eating

The holidays are filled with festive parties and lots of fancy food to tempt even the most disciplined ...