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LAFCRD Announces Design For 2022 Breast Cancer Awareness Shirt; Website For Ordering Is Open
By Katie Heck In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District is raising...
Is Pain-Free Living Possible?
By: Dr. Darin Stokke, DC There is a simple key to enjoying a lifetime of pain-free living and that starts...
Toothache In The Leg?
By: Dr. Darin Stokke, DC Bill was miserable after swinging a little too hard to hit a golf ball out...
Learn The Sounds Of Fire Safety
What is your alarm telling you? SMOKE ALARMS• A continued set of three loud beeps—beep, beep, beep—means smoke or fire....
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Fall Pet Safety
It’s officially Fall. The leaves are changing color, the weather is more pleasant, and the holiday season is upon us. We love this time of year and so do our pets. It can be difficult protecting our pets from hidden dangers of this season. Below are some tips to help...
Continental Women’s Club
Please join us on Thursday, November 4th at 11:30 am when our program will feature Jennifer Benton, CEO of Abuse Counseling and Treatment, Inc. (ACT). ACT’s mission is to protect, support, educate and empower victims of domestic violence and their children, survivors of sexual assault and human trafficking in Lee,...
Heat-Related Illness Prevention
By: Katie Heck It’s still hot! Even as we begin the school year it’s important to keep heat-related illnesses in mind. Heat-related illnesses happen when the body is not able to properly cool itself. This can cause damage to the brain and other vital organs. The CDC breaks down tips...
COVID-19 Safety And Preparation
By: Peter Servente Here at East Lee County News, we aim to funnel the best resources your way in efforts to combat COVID-19. From Lee Health: It is important to note that when trying to get a COVID test, do NOT VISIT THE EMERGENCY ROOM. This will only result in...
Vibe Yoga offers Free Trauma-Informed Yoga Classes for Military and First Responders and Free Meditation Classes
Yoga classes for seniors, children, teenagers, and Stand-Up Paddle Board are offered in addition to traditional yoga classes at the studio that opened in May Fort Myers, Fla. (July 26, 2021) – Recognizing the healing she experienced from yoga for her own trauma, Lindsay Smith has opened Vibe Yoga at...
Energy Harness and Florida Gulf Coast University partner to test virus-killing device
Energy Harness Corporation’s Active Airflow UV-C fixture is 99.998% effective in eliminating COVID, E. coli, and other deadly pathogens CAPE CORAL, Fla. (July 7, 2021) – A Southwest Florida company, Energy Harness Corporation, is making serious waves in the fight against COVID-19 and other airborne pathogens. Thanks to the assistance of...
The Healthy ‘Dad Bod’:5 Essential Habits for Every Age, Shape, and Size
By: Dr. Stan Headley In the last decade, body positivity has been a hot topic – yes, even among men. This newer era is responsible for coining the comical phrase, “dad bod.” A popular term used for the less-sculpted physique of a man who still practices a moderately active lifestyle....
Five Reasons Plant-Based Hormone Replacement Therapy Might Be Right For You
By: Dr. Darin Stokke, DC Your endocrine system is the collection of glands that produce hormones that regulate metabolism, growth, tissue function, sexual function and development, reproductive health, sleep, and mood, among other things. As you grow older, hormone production reaches a peak and slows down, creating an imbalance or...
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Where Are We?
By: Butch Swank If someone asks where you live and they’re not very familiar with Florida, you say Fort Myers, right? Mentioning places like Bonita,
September 18, 2023
Disaster Relief Scams, Scorching Summer And Roadway Safety In Our East District
By: Sheriff Carmine Marceno The video and still photographs depicting loss of life and property, from natural disasters around the globe, are devastating and heartbreaking,
September 7, 2023
Summer Greetings from Lehigh Community Services
Submitted By: Lehigh Community Services We’re around the corner from our one year anniversary of IAN. Let’s plan ahead and continue to collaborate together to
September 7, 2023
IRS: Those Impacted By Idalia Qualify For Tax Relief; Oct. 16 Deadline, Other Dates Postponed To Feb. 15
Provided By: IR-2023-159 The Internal Revenue Service today announced tax relief for individuals and businesses affected by Idalia in parts of Florida. These taxpayers now
September 7, 2023
Hurricane Idalia – A Clarion Call For Prep And Planning For The Height Of Hurricane Season
By: Mike Welch At this writing Idalia has left Florida leaving destruction and heartache for the people of the Big Bend area of our state
September 7, 2023
Blessings In A Backpack Currently Feeding 7,300 SWFL Students
Submitted By: Courtney Barr This month’s roster of activities at East County Regional Library offers topics for all ages. The following activities are free to
September 7, 2023
