FROM THE PUBLISHER
BETTER WITH AGE
Featured on the cover , Stephen P . Courtney , MD and his team at Advanced Spine Center are leading the way in superior operative techniques to treat neck and back disorders using a wide array of the most state-of-the-art tools and techniques — from conservative physical therapy and injection therapy — to advanced pain management , as well as surgical intervention . Learn more about this talented doctor on page 8 .
SPRING AND SAM HOUSTON
Switching gears from medicine , we do a 180 and jump into entertainment by shining the spotlight on Jennifer Lopez . She is many things , an actress , singer , dancer , style icon , mom , entrepreneur , and dreamer . The multi-hyphenate star has lived several lifetimes in her 52 years , yet you ’ d never guess Lopez ’ s age . After working nonstop for decades , she looks and feels better than ever .
Lopez doesn ’ t intend to slow down anytime soon . In fact , she ’ s had quite a year or two , but doesn ’ t she always ? We touch base with this superstar and find out what keeps her going and motivates her to be the best she can be on page 24 .
While Lopez may be getting better with age , one thing that rarely ages well is hearing . One of the body ’ s most remarkable senses , according to audiologist Dr . Elizabeth Brassine , hearing integrates with our brains to help us connect with the world around us . However , as we age , our ability to hear declines . For 48 million Americans — or nearly one in five ages 12 and older — this is precisely the case .
Dr . Brassine discusses the options available to the hearing impaired on page 17 . The good news , while hearing loss typically can ’ t be reversed , most cases can be managed with the help of an audiologist and hearing aids . Before you shudder at the thought of hearing aids , check our her article .
As always , there ’ s more . Dive in and enjoy !
Be well !
SAM AND SPRING HOUSTON
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