South Palm Beach Edition

More and more people in the U.S. A. and around the globe are seeing alternative ways to help the body, mind and soul. The Internet has allowed information to be shared and spread – so the bad news about pharmaceutical drugs, for example, is out – and the benefits of many things that we find in nature are becoming more …

By Daniel Lindenberg, MD, PA – We have all experienced heartburn or acid reflux periodically. When is it time to seek professional help? Acid reflux is a normal physiologic process where the gastric contents of the stomach back up into the esophagus. When heartburn occurs infrequently, less than once a week, a simple over the counter antacid can work well. …

By David A. Goldman MD – Although people may have heard the word ‘cornea’ in reference to the eye, many are unaware of what is really refers to.  While diseases such as glaucoma and macular degeneration affect the back of the eye, the cornea is in the front of the eye. In fact, the cornea is the most anterior structure …

By Brent Myers, Pastor of Community Life – Spring ushers in a new season. It signals the end of “winter” and the beginning of something new. Spring brings new flowers, warmer temperatures, greener grass, and another baseball season. Spring also brings another ritual for many people: cleaning. Yep – good ol’ fashioned spring cleaning. “Out with the old and in …

By Dr. Tred Rissacher – According to European studies, laser treatments really do stimulate weight loss.  While laser weight loss has been used throughout Europe for decades, it’s fairly new to the United States. But now, many doctors and other qualified medical professionals, who have dropped weight themselves, are believers in the benefits of laser therapy for weight loss. Dr …

By Lauren R. Rosecan, M.D., Ph.D., F.A.C.S. – A subconjunctival hemorrhage is similar to an ordinary bruise on the skin — it’s like a bruise of the eye. It usually appears as a single concentrated spot of red, or many scattered red splotches, on the white of the eye. The redness is blood under the conjunctiva, a clear membrane that …

Whisper “sweet nothings” but a kiss on the ear can be dangerous to your hearing An innocent gesture can quite literally be ‘the kiss of deaf’. Research shows that a kiss on the ear can cause permanent hearing loss. An innocent kiss on the ear opening can create a strong suction that tugs on the delicate eardrum. This intense suction …

By Alan J. Bauman, M.D. – When is the last time you showed your hair some love? Whether you are fighting dry hair during the winter months, or frizz during the summer, it is always good to reevaluate your beauty regimen to make sure you are giving your hair everything it needs to be thick, healthy and beautiful all year …

In just the second year, this grass roots effort is emerging as a significant and important S. Florida event. With over 20 Sponsors, 90 Exhibitors, Healthy Eateries and Expert Speakers, WellFest™ Delray (the weekend of March 8-9, 2014) has earned more than a US trademark designation. In just its second year, it has also earned the support of businesses and …

By Dr. Minelle Tendler, DMD – Orthodontics is truly an evidence-based dental specialty, constantly improved through research and development of new technology.  The main reason for this trend is that orthodontists  are constantly striving to make the experience of braces more comfortable and amenable to every patient.  Unpleasant incidents at the orthodontist tend to linger, and the most commonly occurring …