Kerry Firth

When a Vero Beach sales executive who earns his living talking to people woke up one morning with half of his face paralyzed, he was understandably alarmed but hoped it was just a fluke and went about his work. During a routine call to one of his physician clients, the doctor took one look at him and determined it was Bell's palsy.

Brachytherapy, a precise form of radiation therapy used to treat a range of cancers, has emerged as a promising option for certain skin cancer patients, offering an alternative to traditional methods like Mohs surgery. By delivering high doses of radiation directly to the cancerous tissue, brachytherapy minimizes damage to surrounding healthy skin.

The way you walk is as individual and unique as you are, and some surgeons are now using an approach to knee replacement that gives you back your natural gait after surgery.

Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital is in the midst of a year-long, $7-million renovation of its labor, delivery and mother/baby rooms.

Have you ever gotten really angry at something and then stopped yourself when you realized whatever was agitating you wasn't that big of a deal? So why did you get so bent out of shape about it?

It's the most wonderful time of the year for festive parties, family feasts and sumptuous food! So much so that the abundance of rich dishes, sweets and fancy drinks can be a virtual minefield for those trying to maintain a healthy diet. But with some common sense preplanning it's possible to navigate the foodscape and still enjoy special treats without overindulging.

Everything was just ducky at Captain Hiram's during the 12th annual Great Duck Derby to benefit Treasure Coast Community Health, as hundreds of spectators lined the shoreline in hopes that their ‘adopted' bright yellow rubber ducks would place in the race and net them some serious bills.

Sporting formal dress uniforms adorned with highly polished medals, proud members of the Marine Corps League Indian River Detachment gathered with loved ones and comrades to celebrate the 249th birthday of the Marine Corps. The annual event recognizes Nov. 10, 1775, as the date that the Continental Marines were established by the Continental Congress.

Whether it is due to excess rich food, extra alcohol, excitement, the holiday blues or simply stress, Christmastime can lead to a cardiac condition known as “holiday heart.”

Millions of people worldwide suffer from dry eye disease (DED), which can cause discomfort, vision disturbances and a decline in quality of life. Traditional treatments such as artificial tears, anti-inflammatory medications and lifestyle changes often help but may not fully address the underlying causes of this multifactorial condition.