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Location, Luxury and Lifestyle: Fairway Villas Residents Have It All

The secret is out: Today’s 55+ set can have it all––location, luxury and lifestyle––at Oakwood Homes Fairway Villas. Located just off Pena Blvd., minutes from DIA, downtown and amenities, this active community is drawing people from diverse backgrounds and locations who desire to make a change, and do it in style. […]

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What Leads to Longevity: Socialization––The Tradition-Prestonwood

We all know that living a long and healthy life involves eating well and exercising. There is one more key component, however, that is emerging to be of paramount importance: socialization. And what, exactly, is socialization? Simply put: Interacting on a regular basis with other human beings. […]

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Top 12 Estate Planning Mistakes and How to Avoid Them––Leigh Hilton

The mistake is actually failing to address healthcare decisions before the need arises. For example, a lady came into my office and said, “My neighbor is in the hospital unconscious. We have lived next door to each other for 30 years and we are best friends. I went to the hospital and the doctors won’t tell me what is happening with her. […]

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What Physician Ownership Means to the Patient––Heritage Park Surgical Hospital

When choosing the facility you have surgery in, options can become daunting. Do you understand the differences in facilities to make the most educated decision? One of the main differences of facilities in Texoma is Heritage Park Surgical Hospital, a physician-owned hospital. There are many advantages to physician ownership: cutting-edge technology, specialty surgery teams and faster care with better service. […]

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What’s the Link Between Hearing Loss and Diabetes?––Hearing Services of McKinney

According to the American Diabetes Association, it’s estimated that 25.8 million Americans (children and adults) have diabetes. That’s 8.3% of the population. There are certainly many complications from diabetes that are well known: heart disease, kidney disease, blindness, stroke, high blood pressure and peripheral neuropathy. […]

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Orthopedic Associates: Commitment to Excellent Care

For the past seven years, Dr. Vidal has also valued her role as part of the Orthopedics Associates team. Each of the eight physicians is fellowship trained and highly qualified in providing expert, personal and state-of-the art care to their patients. As a medical group, their specialties cover a spectrum of areas related to sports medicine and bone and joint health, restoration and maintenance.
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Depression is more common than you think––Solace Counseling

Depression is a serious illness that affects people in many different ways. Unfortunately, those suffering from Depression may not even recognize they have it, as the symptoms and feelings associated with the disease manifest in a multitude of different ways. “I’m working too hard,” “I don’t sleep enough,” “I have no energy,” and finally, “I have no desire to do anything.” These are all common expressions that I hear from people visiting my office, most of whom are unclear as to why they are even seeing me. […]

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Healthy Aging: Stay Involved, Be Positive and Know Your Neighbors

Whether it’s listening to an iPod, surfing the web or keeping up with the news, staying involved and in tune with the times may help people live a longer life. That’s some of the advice from a poll of older adults who were questioned about the secrets of longevity. Being positive and socializing are additional attributes touted as important factors for a long and healthy life. […]