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Semaglutide and Cardiovascular Benefits: A Breakthrough in Medical Weight Loss

Semaglutide for Weight Loss and Heart Health: A Comprehensive GuideStruggling with weight loss is more than just a battle with the scale; it's a fight for better health and quality of life. Obesity is a significant risk factor for various health issues, including heart disease, diabetes, and stroke.At Heal Strong Primary Care and Walk-In in Venice, Florida, we are committed to providing advanced medical weight loss solutions that not only help you shed excess pounds but also improve your overall…

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November 30, 2024

Aesthetics

How Intense Pulsed Light Can Treat the Skin

Intense pulsed light (IPL) therapy, also known as a photo-facial, is a way to improve the color and texture of your skin without going through invasive surgery. It can treat visible damage to the skin caused by sun exposure and even red, brown, or splotchy skin due to other health conditions.How IPL Treatment WorksIntense pulsed light uses light energy to target certain colors in your skin. When the skin is heated, your body gets rid of unwanted skin cells, which…

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October 20, 2021

Medical Marijuana

How CBD can Reduce Social Anxiety

Social anxiety is one of the most common anxiety conditions and causes significant impairments in day-to-day life for those who suffer from the disorder. The increased disability, dysfunction, and loss of productivity for those with social anxiety disorder (SAD) is often a daily challenge, especially in social settings.The pharmacological management of SAD remains problematic. Only about 30% of individuals achieve true recovery or remission without residual symptoms of social anxiety. It has also been found that those who suffer from…

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September 28, 2021

Long Term Care

The Benefits of Long Term Care Facilities

There comes a point in time where the support from family, friends, and local community programs may not be enough to care for oneself—especially as age becomes a larger factor in health complications.Often, elderly people require some type of long-term care, whether it be more hands-on (in a nursing home) or less hands-on (in an assisted living or residential care facility). Prioritizing your healthcare as you age is important to your overall well-being and quality of life.Residential Care FacilitiesResidential care…

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September 22, 2021

Health & Wellness

Is it a Cold, The Flu or Allergies???

Unfortunately, when you're feeling relatively lousy—with sniffles, sneezing, and a sore throat—it can be very difficult to tell whether you have a cold, the flu, or seasonal allergies. Because the symptoms for each are so similar, knowing the slight differences can help you choose the best possible treatment for whatever issue you're dealing with.Why It MattersDr. Teresa Hauguel, an expert on infectious diseases at the National Institutes of Health, explains:“If you know what you have, you won’t take medications that…

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September 8, 2021

Health & Wellness

Exercising with Chronic Health Conditions

Exercising with Chronic Conditions: Safe Ways to Stay ActiveIt’s true that almost anyone, at any age, can do some sort of physical activity. Believe it or not, it’s possible to still exercise even if you have a health condition like Arthritis, Diabetes, Heart Disease, or Chronic Pain. In fact, physical activity can actually help with some of these conditions.For most older adults, physical activities such as walking, riding a bike, swimming, weightlifting, and gardening are safe—especially when gradually incorporated into…

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August 31, 2021