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Lee Health Nova Southeastern University Nursing Scholarship Program Helps Lee County Nursing Students Secure Jobs with Lee Health Post-Graduation
Lee Health has teamed up with another local university to encourage nursing students to build their careers and live in...
Free Autism Screening for Young Children
Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida, in partnership with Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Southwest Florida, offers a free monthly...
Florida’s Sun Safety
By: Kelly Beall | Director Gulf Coast CDC Each season as the Florida heat rises, everyone needs to be prepared....
Lee Health’s Trauma Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Gulf Coast Medical Center Awarded Silver-level Beacon Award for Excellence by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN)
Lee Health’s Trauma Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Gulf Coast Medical Center is pleased to be awarded a national three-year...
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Lee Health Now Offers Endoscopic Heart Valve Repair Surgery, Putting the Health System at the Forefront of Cardiac Care
Endoscopic valve repair is latest advanced surgical implemented by Lee Health, leading the way in cardiac care options Lee Health is thrilled to announce that it has completed the first fully endoscopic heart valve surgery through the smallest incision possible, providing enhanced heart care to the Southwest Florida community and...
Understanding Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
By: Dr. Khalid Sabha, MD Congestive Heart Failure occurs when your heart muscle becomes weakened or damaged, leading to an inability to pump blood efficiently. As a result, fluid can build up in the body, causing symptoms such as swelling, shortness of breath, and fatigue. CHF can affect either side...
Understanding Sunshine and its Role in Skin Cancer
By: Dr. Alan Brown We all appreciate the great outdoors and soak in the sun from time to time. After all, sunshine is one of the primary reasons we live in Florida. We don’t all get skin cancer, though. Every individual has a distinct genetic profile, and over a lifetime,...
10 questions to ask after being diagnosed with cancer
By Dr. Todd Pezzi So many thoughts and questions run through your mind after doctors confirm a cancer diagnosis. Was it discovered early enough? What is the survival rate? Will health insurance cover treatment costs? What happens if the cancer spreads? Where will I get my treatment? This is an...
Embracing The Night: Overcoming Insomnia And Rediscovering The Power Of Sleep
By: Dr. Khalid Sabha, MD In the silent hours of the night, when the world is cloaked in darkness and even the stars seem to slumber, there are those among us who lie awake, wrestling with the relentless grip of insomnia. Yet, amidst the shadows of sleeplessness, there exists a...
Fashion show raises nearly $61,000 for Lee Health Cancer Institute
Awards recognizing significant contributions to cancer care in Southwest Florida were presented FORT MYERS, Fla. (March 19, 2024) – The Lee Health Cancer Institute Fashion Show and Luncheon held March 12 at Heritage Palms Golf and Country Club in Fort Myers raised nearly $61,000 to benefit the Lee Health Cancer...
Unlocking the Mind: The Cognitive Rewards of Exercise
By: Dr. Khalid Sabha, MD Exercise is not only essential for physical health but also for cognitive well-being. When we exercise, our brains light up like a Fourth of July fireworks display, releasing a cascade of neurotransmitters that enhance mood, cognition, and creativity. Numerous studies have highlighted the positive impact...
The Role Of A Hospitalist In Modern Medicine
By: Dr. Khalid Sabha, MD WHAT IS A HOSPITALIST? Every so often, when I see patients in my office, I get asked about the role of a hospitalist and how filling that role can help when a patient visits the hospital. Because I have had the unique opportunity to co-found...
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March Programs at East County Regional Library
Adult Programs Let’s Play: Chess & More 3 p.m. Monday, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Calling gaming enthusiasts of all ages. Join friends and
February 20, 2025
Audubon of Southwest Florida: Upcoming Events, Outings, and Announcements
Our field trip schedule for all of 2025 is now posted on our website. Upcoming outings include: Sunday, February 16 – Rotary Park Tuesday, March 18
February 6, 2025
Lee Commissioners vote to remove fluoride from Lee County Utilities drinking water
The Lee Board of County Commissioners on Tuesday (Feb. 4, 2025) voted to discontinue adding fluoride to Lee County Utilities drinking water. To view the
February 6, 2025
Groundbreaking Ceremony for the First New Construction Affordable Housing Rental Community in Lee County in Over 15 Years
What: Groundbreaking Ceremony for Hermosa North Fort Myers, Phase I & II. When: February 5th, 2025, at 8:00 AM- 10:00 AM. Where: 16321 N Cleveland Ave, North Fort
January 30, 2025
Book Signing & Pizza at SWFL Historical Society Sunday February 2nd @ 3:30pm
Seventy years is a long, long time—especially for a pizza shop! Our good friend and historian, Cesar Becerra, is on a quest to bite down
January 30, 2025
Blue Waters Development Group Hosts Community Blood Drive to Support OneBlood
Blue Waters Development Group (“BWDG”), a local commercial real estate developer, is proud to announce that it will be hosting its second annual blood drive
January 29, 2025
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