As flu season approaches, flu shots available
This year’s flu season will again bring the H1N1 virus, which caused the first global pandemic in more than 40 years, along with the H3N2 and influenza B virus according to the centers for disease control. The seasonal flu vaccine protects against all three influenza viruses that research indicates will be most common during the upcoming season with one vaccine. Full Story
Caring people go beyond the slogan
Recently, I came across a portion of an article titled “The Bedrock of it All” that reinforces a strong belief I have had for most of my life — that the true meaning of health care cannot be found in new technologies or medical procedures, but in the unwavering dedication of workers who rise above their roles to provide the best possible care for every single patient, every s Full Story
Car seats reduce injuries, fatalities in Lee and Collier counties
The number of children admitted to hospitals for vehicle-related injuries is declining. Lee Memorial Health System believes its child passenger safety program has helped create this positive trend. Full Story
Alzheimer’s caregivers receive advice and support
The Alvin A. Dubin Alzheimer’s Resource Center offers monthly support group meetings for caregivers throughout Lee County. The caregivers support group meetings include an opportunity for caregivers to meet others who are facing similar challenges and to learn more about Alzheimer’s disease and effective coping strategies. Full Story
David Lee Root Jr. tournament brings in big money for health system
Lee Memorial Health System Foundation raised more than $30,000 on July 31 at the eighth annual David Lee Root, Jr. Memorial Fishing Tournament. That represents more than double the amount raised the previous year.
Proceeds from the catch-photoand release tournament will benefit Full Story
Blood drive honors terror victims
On the anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, a number of businesses and organizations from the Fort Myers area have joined Florida’s Blood Centers to hold a blood drive and Red Cross fundraiser. The 12-hour drive will be a tribute to those who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001. Full Story
HOLISTIC HEALTH NOTEBOOK
Pain medications possibly harmful, but there are alternatives
I just returned from my annual International & American Associations of Clinical Nutritionists scientific symposium, and as usual, am really stoked about the presentations. I have enough material to keep you on the edge of your seats for months. There’s something for everyone.
The first presentation was on chronic pain. Here are some of the highlights: Full Story
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