Walking is one of the best exercises there is because it – • is free • can be done just about anywhere • is easy on the joints • improves circulation • decreases bone loss • leads to a longer life • lightens mood • can contribute to weight loss • strengthens muscles • improves sleep • supports joints • improves breathing • lowers risk of dementia. What’s not to like about that list? Kenneth Gray, M.D., is an NRV …
By Dr. Steve Jacobs Myopia, or nearsightedness, is more than having to wear glasses to see things clearly far away. It is a lifestyle disease that has increased in prevalence by 60 …
The chirping of birds, the tinkling of wind chimes in a gentle wind, the laughter of a child, the melody of your favorite song, a loved one’s voice ……. all these and …
Dr. Matthew McCarthy, Doctor of Osteopathy (DO), employs an innovative model of healthcare that allows a direct relationship between the patient and physician without involvement of third party insurance, drug or hospital …
Despite the many benefits of having information at your fingertips, smartphones and tablets can damage your body and overall health in unexpected ways. You may not realize it, but all that time …
By Joanne M. Anderson There comes a time in many a life when a homeowner finds he or she simply has too much house ~ too big, too expensive, too much …
By Joanne M. Anderson The year 1891 is not only noteworthy for the Hormel Company introducing its Spam product, James Naismith creating basketball and Carnegie Hall opening with Tchaikovsky as guest conductor, …
By Dr. Steve Jacobs Summer is the time for contact lenses for sports, beach time, gardening… you name it. Many activities are enhanced by the freedom of not wearing framed glasses. From …
No appointment necessary! Those are welcome words for people who struggle to carve out time in this busy, work-a-day world for something as simple, and as vital, as visiting the doctor for …
Visible merely from the light of the robust moon reflecting off the glass-like water of Claytor Lake, the faint figure of our coach utters: “It’s a great morning to learn to row.” …