Wellness

Reviewed by Michael McManus, LCSW Max Strom’s "A Life Worth Breathing" is an inspiring and thought-provoking exploration of personal transformation through mindfulness and conscious living. Drawing on his extensive background as a yoga teacher and speaker, Strom presents a comprehensive guide that encourages readers to reflect on their lives and...

By Stephenie Craig You know that feeling when it’s time to have a conversation about something important, but you aren’t sure how to approach it? You feel the urgency to speak, but your hands get sweaty, your chest gets tight, and you tell yourself it’s not really a big enough...

By Bridget Sullivan, PA-C, Coastal Skin Surgery and Dermatology Having a proper skin care routine is key to having healthy skin and, in turn, cosmetically pleasing skin. A product that can be used in a basic skincare routine is tretinoin cream.  When a patient first uses this, it can take...

By Christian Regalado So you’re turning 65 this year.  You’ve been anticipating life transitions that start happening around this time, and you know you’ll be eligible for Medicare Parts A and B soon.  Like many of the 10,000 Baby Boomers who turn 65 each day, you’re wondering, “What do I...

By Jessica Clark, MD FAAD Summer is the time when things finally slow down, and hopefully, most of us can take a few days of vacation. With the nicer weather, we tend to be more active and get motivated to try to start taking better care of ourselves. Many people...

Did you know the average life expectancy in the U.S. is 78.6 years? Here in sunny Florida, we edge just a little higher at 79.6 years. Not bad—but what good is living longer if we aren’t feeling our best along the way? Here’s the truth: no one plans to develop...

For the fifth year in a row, Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast has earned the honor of being on Newsweek’s list of America’s Best Maternity Care Hospitals at the highest five ribbon level. "The doctors, nurses, and associates that work in the Family Birth Place consider their jobs as a...

Did you know that when it comes to relaxation, recovery, and overall well-being, few things compare to the soothing experience of a high-quality hot tub! Rob Abel is your dedicated local hot tub dealer for Viking Spas and has witnessed the health benefits of high quality relaxation firsthand. With...

By Dr. Richard Chern If you’re tossing and turning at night, waking up drenched in sweat, or simply unable to sleep through the night, you’re not alone. Poor sleep is one of the most common complaints among women approaching menopause or who are postmenopausal. And the most common cause of...

For more than 25 years, Dr. Steven Clark has been more than just a board certified plastic surgeon—he’s been a guide, a confidant and a trusted expert for those seeking renewal, confidence and transformation–both physically and emotionally–here on our own Emerald Coast. His work isn’t just about aesthetics; he’s...