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Are You Getting Older?

If you answered “yes,” then read on! As an Alzheimer’s researcher, I usually write about Alzheimer’s disease.  But today …

Learn to Prevent Diabetes

About 90 to 95% of Americans with diabetes have type 2, which is often preventable. While risk factors such as age and family history may …

Duty • Honor • Country

For the thousands of Veterans living in The Villages®, military service is a defining chapter of their lives. Yet for many, its effects …

Diet, Not Genes, Controls Destiny

Your body is meant to be healthy; it shouldn’t need drugs or surgery except in times of emergency. Why, then, have we become so dependent …

The Importance of Primary and Preventive Care for Seniors

As we age, our physical health, social needs, and mental well-being evolve. Navigating these changes can be challenging, but having a …

What Is Value-Based Care?

Value-based care is a healthcare model used in Medicare Advantage that focuses on proactive, preventive care to address issues early and …

Is Stress Sabotaging Your Health?

Leafy greens and long walks are great for your body, but chronic stress can sabotage your health. Whether you aim to lose weight, manage a …

Aviv Clinics (March 2025)

I meet regularly with Villagers who are eager to learn more about how hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) can help them reach their health …

Are You Brain Healthy? Tips for a Healthier Brain

I bet everyone reading this article has heard of Alzheimer’s disease. Did you know almost 7,000,000 Americans are suffering from this …

Chart Your Brain’s Destiny with Dr. David Perlmutter

Your brain fuels your creativity, stores your memories, and powers your body. Yet, many of us accept declining mental clarity and energy as …

NOW is the time to PREVENT Alzheimer’s Disease

My name is Dr. Craig Curtis. I’ve been doing Alzheimer’s research for over 25 years. I’d like to tell you about an exciting and …

Wear Red, But Don’t Stop There: Learn More About Women’s Heart Health

On the first Friday of February, you may be seeing red—but it’s not a fashion statement. Rather, it’s National Wear Red Day, an event …

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