Seeing without specs
by Roy Carpenter features@algarveresident.com Roy Carpenter is an Optometrist at the Family Medical Centre in Quinta do Lago For many people spectacles are a necessity rather than a desirable acquisition
Obesity – more than just a few extra pounds
The Hospital Particular do Algarve has taken on a new challenge: the control of obesity. A team of multidiscipline specialists, led by Dr António Sérgio, Portugal’s number one specialist in this area
Preparing for a hip replacement
I am sure everyone has heard about it and maybe for some of you it will be a reality in the near future. But what has happened in your hip
Radiage – a new anti-ageing treatment for the 40 plus
Radiage is a safe, non invasive, non surgical procedure that helps rejuvenate one’s appearance almost immediately by giving skin a more tightened and toned appearance. The treatment is ideal for
Comforting and affordable care
Since the opening of the office in Mexilhoeira da Carregação last October, Comfort Keepers Algarve has expanded its services through most of the Algarve, caring for clients from Praia da
Eating savvy for the summer
By Dr JOANNA KARAMON features@algarveresident.com Summer is just around the corner, and looking at some of our deeply pink-hued visitors, it may already be here! There are those who have
Skincare routines
Not sure what the best treatment is for your skin? Then why not do what the doctors do to their own skin? A recent article in the Daily Mail asked
Something’s different about you…
Fraxel treatment turns back the clock. Imagine going back to a time before you worshipped the sun, before teenage hormones made your skin break out, before your little one was
Gentle therapy proven to help knee and ankle pain
Portugal based complementary practitioner, Lindsey Hanson cert. ECBS, MBTER will shortly be giving sufferers from knee or ankle pain a special chance to try out a natural therapy that has
Health insurance
Are you happy with your current health insurer or current premium? Maybe it’s time for a change. Why not let Professional Investment Consultants quote you for a new health policy

