The shock of being told “you have cancer” had just washed over me. “Whatever you do, don’t go home and Google the statistics about survival,” a nurse said as I exited the colonoscopy exam. Of course, my wife and I...

If the last name sounds familiar, well yes, it’s identical. In early May, Jim Estramonte was named CEO of Starmount Healthcare Management, succeeding his younger brother Michael, who founded the company. Jim Estramonte recently retired after an exemplary 29-year career...

The temperatures are rising, the days are getting longer, and it’s too beautiful to stay indoors! Here’s how to make the most of your summer while staying healthy.  Take your exercise outside Physical exercise is an important part of a...

Hypertension or high blood pressure illness in patient with blood pressure monitoring, measurement on digital sphygmomanometer for self-check on health at home High blood pressure (hypertension) can quietly damage your body for years before any symptoms appear. Uncontrolled high blood...

Cholesterol can be a confusing medical topic. We need a certain form of it in our bodies, but too much or too little of a certain type can negatively affect your health. What are the differences, and as a patient,...

The weather’s improving. Fewer people are wearing masks. Restaurants and airplanes are full. Feels like we’re back to normal, right? But COVID-19 hasn’t gone away, and neither should your guard against it. Despite how weary you may be of the...

If you are sexually active, regular screening for sexually transmitted disease and infection is one of the most important things you can do to protect your health. It’s also important to your partner’s health. In many cases, someone infected with...

Spring is in the air! Unfortunately, this means allergy-causing pollen is too. While spring brings the excitement of warmer days ahead, for many people, that excitement is quickly quelled with itchy eyes, runny noses, headaches, and wishing you appreciated the...

Spring break isn’t only for college kids partying on Florida beaches. These days, as winter blends into spring, many families travel on a spring vacation as a getaway from the rigors of work and school. Or they stay home to...

March is Women’s History Month. We’ve taken great strides as a country in the journey to gender equality. But when it comes to women’s health, there are so many nuances and issues that aren’t given enough attention and education, many...

By Maxine Hattie It’s March, which for millions of children means the start of spring sports. For the first time in two years, sports clinics and local youth teams can enjoy their favorite sports without physical restrictions. To ensure that...