By dr. Richard Chern, MD Testosterone shots for men have been used to treat testosterone deficiency for many years.  There has also been a lot of bad press about using “testosterone” in men because previously, many men abused testosterone and later faced consequences such as heart attacks, strokes, pulmonary embolisms, sudden death and other health […]

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QUESTION: It’s that time of the year. I know I need sunscreen to protect my skin from the sun, but I’m concerned about chemicals. What should I look for in a sunscreen? ANSWER: No one wants to think about skin cancer or premature aging of our skin (a.k.a. wrinkles!) But you are wise to love […]

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By Stephenie Craig, LCSW Last Spring brought a slower pace, uncertainty, space, and more time at home. This Spring has brought the return to many things that have been on indefinite pause including back to the office, back to the school building, back to sports, back to in person church. And while it was strange […]

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Residents in need of lab testing will have a new and  convenient option in their neighborhood. Starting Tuesday, June 1, a new Lab Express – a collaboration between Ascension Sacred Heart and the Seaside Institute – will open at the Seaside Institute Assembly Hall, located at 168 Smolian Cir. in Santa Rosa Beach. Walk-ins are […]

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When Mike Maddux’s wife walked into the kitchen, she sensed something was not right. Her husband was leaning against the counter staring into space. She asked her son to go get their son-in-law for help. Once they sat Mike down, they noticed his left arm was not functioning, his face was drooping and his speech […]

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