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“Health and Beauty: Your guide to wellness and beauty tips. Explore skincare, fitness, and self-care advice to enhance your well-being in the Florida Panhandle.”

Diagram comparing a normal heart with one experiencing atrial fib. The left side shows a healthy heart with clear electrical pathways, while the right side illustrates chaotic activity in the atria, characteristic of atrial fib.

What is Atrial Fib?

What is Atrial Fib? It's imperative for you to understand what Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) is, as it can significantly impact your heart's health. AFib is a common type of irregular heartbeat that can lead to serious complications, including strokes and…

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Diagram illustrating differences between a normal heart and one with Congestive Heart Failure (CHF). The normal heart pumps oxygen-rich blood efficiently, while the failing heart has a dilated ventricle. Symptoms include chest congestion, lung fluid, and swelling in legs and feet.

Congestive Heart Failure: A Patient’s Journey

Congestive Heart Failure: A Patient’s Journey Written by: Marcos Otero, Retired Physician Associate Our Patient Patient: María Fernanda Gómez Location: Medellín, Colombia 🇨🇴 Diagnosis: Congestive Heart Failure Background María Fernanda, a 65-year-old homemaker, lives on the outskirts of Medellín. Her…

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A woman in traditional clothing clutches her stomach with a pained expression. She wears a white blouse with lace sleeves, a blue skirt, and multiple colorful beaded necklaces. Her hair is tied back with a red accessory. The background is gray.

Urinary Tract Infection

Urinary Tract Infection Written by: Marcos Otero, Retired Physician Associate Our Patient: Background: Ximena, a 28-year-old graphic designer, lives an active life in Montevideo. She often ignores minor aches, prioritizing her busy work schedule. Recently, she noticed mild discomfort while…

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A person with short gray hair squints and twists their face in a humorous or confused expression, perhaps pondering what to do next, while wearing a dark shirt. The blurred background keeps the focus on the suspect's animated facial features.

What Should You Do When You Suspect A CVA?

There's nothing more alarming than witnessing a Cerebrovascular Accident (CVA),

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Illustration showing two people. On the left, a woman appears sad. On the right, a man grimaces in pain, holding his shoulder with one hand and a glass with the other. The man's shoulder is highlighted with a red glow, illustrating potential risk factors for cerebrovascular accidents.

What Risk Factors Contribute to Cerebrovascular Accidents (CVA) And How Can You Mitigate Them?

Empower yourself by understanding the risk factors associated with CVA.

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Infographic titled "What You Should Know About Type 1.5 Diabetes" highlights LADA, also known as Latent Autoimmune Diabetes in Adults. It shows three figures, with the tallest labeled "30 years," indicating age association. The background is teal, enhancing the informative focus on LADA.

Carlos’ Story – Type 1.5 Diabetes (LADA) (Honduras)

Carlos' Story – Type 1.5 Diabetes (LADA) (Honduras) Patient: Carlos, 45 years old  Location: Tegucigalpa, Honduras  Diabetes Type: Type 1.5 (Latent Autoimmune Diabetes in Adults, or LADA) Background: Carlos, a 45-year-old high school teacher from Tegucigalpa, Honduras, was diagnosed with…

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Close-up of elderly hands holding a yellow cloth. One hand has a gold ring, while both show signs of age with wrinkles and age spots. The person, perhaps from Mexico, wears a dark blue top and a patterned sweater, evoking stories untold by generations past.

Rosa’s Story – Type 2 Diabetes (Mexico)

Rosa's Story – Type 2 Diabetes (Mexico) Our Patient: Patient: Rosa, 58 years old  Location: Guadalajara, Mexico  Diabetes Type: Type 2 Diabetes Background: Rosa, a 58-year-old grandmother from Guadalajara, had always been known for her delicious cooking. She took pride…

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