Chuck Bennethum

Aug 20, 2024 | wafb.com | Adahlia Thomas |Chuck Bennethum

ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) - About 38 million Americans are plagued with diabetes. Of those 38 million, almost nine million don't even know they have the condition. It's easy to go undiagnosed if you're asymptomatic or you don't know what to look for. Diabetes, often dubbed the "silent killer" can go unnoticed for years if one isn't aware of the warning signs. Early detection is key to preventing severe complications such as heart disease, kidney failure, and vision problems.

Aug 14, 2024 | wafb.com | Milvionne Chery |Chuck Bennethum

ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) - More than 800 thousand people have a heart attack every year. For 200 thousand of these people, it will be their second heart attack. Poor diet, obesity, and lack of physical activity are leading contributors to a heart attack, but your emotions can also take a toll on your heart. "The effect of social isolation and loneliness on our health is as powerful as things like smoking, high blood pressure, obesity," said Dr. Richard S. Schwartz, a psychiatrist.

Jul 8, 2024 | wafb.com | Marsha Lewis |Chuck Bennethum |Matt Goldschmidt

ATLANTA, GA. (Ivanhoe Newswire) - Imagine hearing a ringing in your ears all the time. The noise can be so loud it can be debilitating. It's called tinnitus and more than 50 million Americans are living with it right now. No one knows why it happens, but a new drug-free, FDA approved device is helping to silence the sound. Bert Light has been at the controls for more than 32 years. But he was almost grounded when his ears started to ring.

Jul 2, 2024 | wafb.com | Marsha Lewis |Chuck Bennethum |Matt Goldschmidt

WASHINGTON, D.C. (Ivanhoe Newswire) - More than 37 million Americans over the age of 18 have trouble hearing. And men are twice as likely as women to experience hearing loss. Not only can it impact your ability to enjoy life, but it also puts you at an increased risk of cognitive decline. In fact, there's a five times increased risk of developing Alzheimer's disease when you are hard of hearing. That's why it's imperative to get hearing aids if you're having trouble.