You = You … Even if You Have HIV
By Stephen Fallon, PhD South Florida leads the nation in new HIV cases, and just about everyone seems to have an opinion why. “They’re all being irresponsible.” “I hear it’s…
Are You Familiar with Sepsis?
September is Sepsis Awareness month and the perfect time to learn more about this potentially devastating, often life-altering condition. It affects more than a million Americans every year, and between…
Niki Lopez-Photo by Micheal Anthony Clark
Talking About
The Elephant in the RoomBy John M. HaydenThere is art you hang on your fridge. Some art you put on a wall to fill space. And then there is art that…
Long-Term Effects of Sports Injuries
Just when the days of pushing our bodies are long gone, that’s when the past may catch up with us. There have been numerous studies surrounding the long-term effect of…
Shingles
Effective Relief for Acute OutbreaksBy Dr. David WebbShingles is caused by an infection of the nerves with one of the herpes viruses, herpes zoster. This is the same virus that causes…
Who am I?
By Eric Noel Roman Plan ahead, prepare for the future, and remember life is fast paced. Always have a backup plan and give it your best all the time. Living life…
Gimme Some Sugar
By Michael Ferrara This month I want to share an amazing hair removal alternative with you. It’s called, sugaring! Sugaring, sugar waxing or Persian waxing is a method of hair removal…
50 Miles with Smiles
By Eric Noel Roman Butterflies, they kept me awake while driving to my friend's house. I walk in the door, after an hour and a half on the road, to…
Obesity Health Risks
Almost 40 percent of U.S. adults and 18.5 percent of youth are obese, according to the 2015-2016 findings by the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. The findings are important…
Treatments for Prostate Cancer
Men diagnosed with prostate cancer can choose from a wide range of treatment options. Depending on their age, expected life span, stage and grade of cancer, feelings about side effects…
Health, Fitness, and a Model for a Successful Small Business
An Interview with Mike Verdugo and Trey Opp of BodyTekBy Gregg ShapiroWhen it comes to fitness, I always say that I get all of my exercise jumping to conclusions and running…
Photos Courtesy of Gerald Vargas and Dr. Robert Swinger
A Gay Couple’s Road to Fatherhood
By Denny PattersonWhen Gerald Vargas and his husband Dr. Robert Swinger began their relationship in 2011, they both knew that they wanted to have a family and raise children. In…
Spa Seacrets
Adult AcneBy Brian David DouglasWoof! What a stud! You’ve found your dream guy on the dating app and finally have your first date this evening. OMG! You look in the mirror…
Photos By Connor Wilkinson
Make Your Journey Yours
By Ty Dorce On your everlasting journey to fitness, pushing yourself is key. This isn’t a journey to last a month, it is for a lifetime. There are some key…
Why IPL for Rosacea?
Let’s talk about IPL. What is it? Intense-Pulsed Light (IPL) is a technology used by cosmetic and medical practitioners to perform various skin treatments for aesthetic and therapeutic purposes, including…