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By Dr. Jessica Clark, Beach Dermatology Skin Wellness Clinic  Acne is one of the most common skin conditions affecting individuals worldwide, particularly during the teenage years. However, it can persist into adulthood, causing both physical and emotional distress. As a board-certified dermatologist, I have seen firsthand the impact acne can...
By Bobby Parker As the seasons change and the air gets crisp, so does the likelihood of sniffles, sore throats and seasonal viruses. The Tortoise Clinic, located in Santa Rosa Beach, believes in blending Eastern and Western medicine to support the immune system naturally. Their medical-grade dispensary, open to the...
By Jamie C. Williamson, PhD Romantic love involves both the experience of affectionate feelings and the outward expression of those feelings.  No matter how deep your feelings of love are, your partner can only know that you love them if you frequently, openly express that love. And if you want your...
By Stephenie Craig Have you ever done something kind for someone you value to then feel like it went largely unnoticed? Do you feel frustrated when you spend time and energy investing in a relationship to feel like the other person doesn’t really see or appreciate your investment? Doing thoughtful...
Health insurance has been a hot topic recently and as a Medicare Specialist, I hear a lot of commentary and concern about insurance company practices, like prior authorization denials. Understandably, many seniors enrolled in one are now questioning if they should be worried about their Medicare Advantage Plan. Here...
Dr. Jessica Clark,  Beach Dermatology Skin Wellness Clinic As a board-certified dermatologist, one of the most important aspects of my practice is educating patients about skin cancer. Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States, but the good news is that when detected early, it...
By Kathryn Porter, APRN, ACNP-BC  February is American Heart Month, first celebrated by the American Heart Association in 1963 and later officially recognized by President Johnson in 1964. We recognize National Wear Red Day on the first Friday of the month, in honor of the Go Red for Women campaign...
By Heather Bennett Eye We’ve all been affected by cancer. Cancer has touched us whether it’s a dear friend, a loved one, or a personal diagnosis. Michele Bailey, founder of Bailey Brigade, and her family were affected in a big way when her husband Scott, a father of three, passed...
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...

Medicare in 2025

By Christian Regalado Happy 2025, Everyone!  January has arrived and the annual enrollment period for Medicare is over.  Medicare Advantage and stand-alone Prescription Drug Plans saw more changes than usual starting this year.  Major changes were made on the prescription drug side of things, and many Advantage plans completely dropped...