Wellness

By Kay Leaman, Health Architect, HealthyDay HealthyLife Gout is a painful form of arthritis that occurs when high levels of uric acid in the blood form crystals and accumulate in and around the joint. However, gout can still occur without high UA levels. The onset of gout is sudden with...

By Dr. Richard Chern, MD How many times have you been told, “Labs look normal, see ya next year?” But that voice inside says “I don’t feel normal.” Why is that? Well, because it’s normal to age, get tired, gain weight, have achy joints, thinning hair, move slower, and have...

By Doug Stauffer The governor, first lady, and guests gathered for an Opioid Crisis press conference in Destin recently. Gov. Ron DeSantis has directed the Florida Department of Health, the Florida Department of Children and Families, and the Agency for Health Care Administration to partner together to implement a network...

By Kay Leaman, Health Architect Acid Reflux happens occasionally to many of us and for many others it is a consistent problem and concern. So, what is it? Acid Reflux happens when the sphincter muscle located at the lower end of the esophagus relaxes at the wrong time (fails to close),...

By Teresa Halverson, The Manor at Blue Water Bay Spring is in the air and summer is on the way. As we get out and enjoy the beautiful area that we live, work and play in, accidents and illnesses do happen. As individuals, we all have a right to Patient-Centered...

By Tracy McMorrow, PharmD, Owner, Consultant Pharmacist Who is Specialty Pharmacy Services? Specialty Pharmacy Services is the community affiliate to IV Stat, Inc., a local pharmacy that has specialized in providing medications and services to patients in long term care facilities including nursing homes, assisted living facilities, group homes and other...

By Lisa Leath Turpin, Health & Wellness Coach Many of you set New Year’s resolutions to lose weight and get healthier. Through diets, cleanses and exercise, some are well on their way to success. Is this you? If it is, you’re probably ready to: A) bump it up a notch, or...

ECCAC is There for the Kids “Every year we try to create awareness of April being National Child Abuse Prevention month and the services that ECCAC can offer to child victims. It is imperative that everyone does their part to help protect children. Prevention is the best protection against child...

By Stephenie Craig, Journey Bravely Ever find yourself feeling like life is happening to you and you have no control? Maybe a person did something that was unfair or hurtful. Maybe a storm disrupted your home or event. Maybe airlines canceled your flight. Maybe a health condition is making your...

By Tracy McMorrow, PharmD, Owner, Consultant Pharmacist Looking back, it shocks me to say that I have been serving this community as a pharmacist for over 30 years! I feel honored to have been given that privilege and fortunate to practice the profession I am still so very passionate about. As...