South Palm Beach Edition

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 …

Every day your heart beats approximately 100,000 times, sending 2,000 gallons of blood surging through your body. Although it’s no bigger than your fist, your heart has the mighty job of keeping blood flowing through the 60,000 miles of blood vessels that feed your organs and tissues. Keeping your heart healthy and functioning normally is vital to your day to …

By Dr. Kerri White – The Benefits of a Smile Everyone knows a beautiful smile is cheerful and uplifting but did you also know it has many health benefits as well? Research shows a smile can lower your heart rate and blood pressure while reducing stress.  When you smile it releases endorphins that relax you, improve your sense of well …

By Susan Allen, Certified Lymphatic Therapist – Are you looking for a non-surgical & healthy way to lose that stubborn jiggly fat that hasn’t responded to diet and exercise? Let me introduce you to UltraSlim Red Light Therapy – the non­invasive body slimming method to remove fat, reduce inches and tighten the skin at the same time. It is the …