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      By Dr. Karen Devore In the story of the tortoise and the hare, there’s a lesson we often overlook—the power of steady, patient progress over quick, short-lived victories. True wellness, much like the journey of the tortoise, is about a measured approach. Acupuncture, which has been practiced for thousands of...
      By Kay Leaman, Health Architect, HealthyDay HealthyLife This very crucial nerve (the 10th of 12 cranial nerves) winds its way from the brain down the spinal column to the heart, lungs, liver, stomach, spleen and GI tract. As part of the parasympathetic system (rest and digest) its role is to...
By Teresa Halverson, Business Development/Community Relations Director When transitioning from hospital to a rehabilitation facility, it is critical for families to know what to look for in post-hospital care to ensure their loved ones receive the best support possible. Choosing the right service for your care is crucial. One of...
By Dr. Karen Devore As the calendar turns and the holiday festivities wind down, many of us feel the pull to reset, refresh and refocus on our health. Detox and weight loss are two of the most common New Year’s resolutions, sparking motivation to shed holiday indulgences and kickstart healthier...
The staff at Be Well Solutions and Complete Ketamine Solutions in Destin confirms that providing safe, affordable, therapeutic IV ketamine therapy is their number one goal. However, their commitment extends beyond that. “We’re also dedicated to enlightening individuals on its potential benefits,” says owner Melanie Yost. “Our experience shows...
By Greg Durette, Florida Health Connector As many times as I have said the term “age-in” to folks when discussing Medicare, it has never failed to elicit a visceral response like, “What do you mean with this age-in thing?!” or “I don’t feel aged-in!” The fact of the matter is, aging-in...
By Sherry Jones Homelessness. It’s a word we often hear, a situation we see, but one that too many of us avoid truly talking about. For some, it feels distant—an issue for “other people.” But what happens when homelessness isn’t just a statistic, but a reality that hits someone you...
By Kenneth Books The Ground Up Project, an organization designed to find homes for adults who have autism, plans a unique event next month to raise funds to further that goal. And it promises to be a “wacky” and “crazy” time. “This is our inaugural marquee event,” said spokesperson Lisa Pitell....

Just Breathe

      By Kay Leaman, Health Architect, HealthyDay HealthyLife Happy New Year. 2024 is over and I’m ready to take a few deep breaths…Looking ahead, I have renewed hope and new adventures awaiting me. This is the way I’ve chosen to walk in the weeks and months to come. Will you join...
By Kelly Stalnaker Sleep apnea is a potentially dangerous sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly starts and stops all night long. There are two common types of sleep apnea: obstructive and central. With obstructive, the muscles in the back of the throat relax too much, causing an obstruction and blocking...