South Palm Beach Edition

by Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS September, to many, is about as good as it gets. Cooler temps, shorter days, and leaves changing colors all usher in the start of autumn. But before you grab your pumpkin spice latte and break out the rake from your shed, this month begins by paying tribute to the countless hard-working Americans punching in …

ACBC (complete blood count) is a common blood test that measures and evaluates the different types of cells in the blood. While it is often part of a routine health checkup, it is also one of the first tests commonly used to detect signs of many types of blood cancer. A CBC is usually done at a lab or hospital. …

Florida Best Home Care LLC stands out as the premier home care company in South Florida, providing unparalleled service and value to both clients and caregivers. With a commitment to offering the best prices (AS LOW AS $18/HR!) exceptional caregiver referrals, and a transparent approach, we set ourselves apart from the competition in a number of significant ways. We are …

Chronic low back pain is a condition that can significantly impact your quality of life, limiting activities and even interrupting sleep. Traditional treatments such as physical therapy, medications and surgery, often have limited success and may carry risks. In recent years, Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy has emerged as a promising regenerative treatment for spinal pain. Understanding PRP Therapy PRP is …

By Ernest Morgan, from Dealing Creatively with Death If we were to walk across the fields in summertime to some undisturbed spot and mark off a piece of ground say four feet square then examine this little area minutely, we would find an astonishing variety of life. There would be many species of plants; possibly a mouse’s nest, and other …

How Interventional Pain Medicine Can Help Older Adults Thrive AAs we age, aches and pains often become unwelcome companions—whether from years of wear and tear, osteoarthritis, or post-surgical discomfort. While over-the-counter medications and physical therapy help many, some chronic pain requires a more targeted approach. That’s where interventional pain medicine comes in. This medical specialty focuses on diagnosing and treating …

Dental implants are a hot topic. By age 45 most of us are missing at least one tooth. If you need one or more dental implants, you know there is a lot of information to sift through. Looking online you might see offers, even bargains for dental implants. Don’t be fooled. Dental implants come with risk. To ensure your dental …

How can you plan for the inheritance of a disabled child in order to preserve their ability to receive government benefits? Do you have a disabled child who will be inheriting from your estate? Does this disabled child receive government benefits? Many families are not aware that once a disabled child (minor or adult), who is receiving government benefits, receives …

In an era where age-related lumbar spinal stenosis has reached epidemic proportions, a revolutionary treatment is offering hope to those suffering from this debilitating condition. J. A Costello, DC, DABCO is one of South Florida’s leading experts in laser therapy, is bringing this groundbreaking treatment directly to patients’ homes in Palm Beach County. Understanding the Epidemic of Spinal Stenosis As …

By Renee Chillcott, LMHC It’s human nature to seek out the reasons why we feel anxious and depressed. Very often we look at external factors for the root cause; the economy, COVID, being unhappy in a job, unhappy with a living situation, or conflict with family or significant others tend to be our “go to”. We may also look at …