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Healthy Hearts Foster Healthy Brains

June 27, 2024 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

In our pursuit of a healthier life, we often segregate our focus on different parts of our body. Yet, it’s crucial to recognize the interconnectedness of our bodily systems. A shining example of this interplay is the relationship between heart health and brain health. By managing your heart health, you are not just taking steps to prevent cardiovascular diseases but also significantly enhancing your brain function and reducing the risk of cognitive decline. […]

Reduce Your Inflammation

May 15, 2024 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Understanding Inflammation Inflammation is your body’s way of responding to injury, illness, or stress. When you experience acute inflammation, it’s usually a short-term response that signals your body to heal. Think of the redness and […]

Fall Prevention: Avoiding Severe Health Ramifications

March 8, 2024 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Trips, stumbles, and minor tumbles may not seem like a big deal when you’re younger. But, for seniors, any fall has the potential to result in severe injury or a health crisis. According to the Centers for Disease Control, a senior over the age of 65 falls every second of every day. One in five falls ends in serious injury. So understanding the risk factors that lead to both fatal and nonfatal falls and taking precautions are vital to avoid the potentially debilitating consequences seniors can face. […]

How Your Heart Health Affects Your Hearing

January 9, 2024 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Do you remember the song called “Dem Bones” from childhood? The one that goes, “The Ear Bone’s Connected to the…?” We often think of the ear as being unrelated to the rest of the body. However, the Better Hearing Institute says that your heart and hearing may have more in common than you realize. […]

Oculoplastic Surgery

November 27, 2023 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

The first signs of aging usually take place around the eyes. With injectables such as Botox and dermal fillers, subtle changes can be corrected quickly. A patient may be considering the long-term benefits of oculoplastic surgery for concerns related to loose, sagging skin. We perform oculoplastic procedures for functional or cosmetic improvement at the Key-Whitman Cosmetic Center. […]

Goals for Life—Larry Garner’s Story

September 15, 2023 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

By Sarah Elisabeth Sawyer “Honey, I was up there with God.” That’s what Larry Garner told Becky Kent when he returned from a ride in a two-seater airplane high above Lake Texoma. Larry even flew […]

Breast Cancer Risks, Symptoms, and New Revelations on Early Detection

September 15, 2023 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Twelve percent of women today will develop invasive breast cancer, and more than 40,000 will die from it this year alone, reports BreastCancer.org. That’s why a refresher course on early detection and staying up-to-date on the latest studies is essential and the reason for October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month. […]