by Svetlana Kogan, M.D. Prevention is a foundation of Holistic Medicine, which I practice. When I think of a disease that could easily be prevented if screened for early—thyroid immediately comes to mind. In fact, almost 10% of the population is estimated to have some degree of thyroid imbalance, but only 1% is officially diagnosed. […]
Christmas is on its way this month and is a time of the year when family and friends get together and share memories of days gone by. The days during the last few months have been challenging, at the very least, for many in Southwest Florida. A large number of people are still trying to […]
Each and every day, muscles and joints are needed to provide the ability to perform purposeful movements. These movements can be simple, like rolling in bed, or more complex, like performing high level athletics. What are the differences between muscles and why is one used over the other? When it comes to muscles, there are […]
One of my past supervising editors at the Naples Daily News once said Florida is a state of extremes. The term stuck with me. STATE OF EXTREMES Colleen Conant, my boss in the 1990s who came to Naples from Colorado, made the comment in the context of water. Our area either had too much of […]
We’re into the holiday season now with so many gift giving opportunities in front of us. What to choose? Many of us have come to a place where—while we appreciate each gesture—we simply don’t need more things. We prefer experiences. The memories made from precious and unique experiences last the rest of our lives with […]
by DAWN MONTECALVO, President & CEO / Guadalupe Center ONE TEEN’S VISION FOR SUCCESS Celena has become quite the art collector. Although her collection doesn’t feature a Rembrandt, Monet or da Vinci, it does feature a Juanito. The medium of choice in her collection isn’t oil or acrylic paints on a linen stretched canvas; it’s […]
by Kristine Meek and Juliana Meek Dear Artsperts, I am an artist and my social media posts have become very popular, but I also discovered that someone has taken images of my work from the internet and is now selling it as reproductions. Signed, Gone Viral Dear Gone, It is exciting for an artist when […]
by MICHELLE AVOLA-BROWN, Executive Director / Naples Pathways Coalition Have you started your holiday shopping? Any tough to buy for folks on your list? As you ponder the perfect gift for your loved ones, you may want to consider cycling safety items or clothing, a gift registration to a fun event, or make a donation […]
The day after the storm cleared, community stewards, such as Naples Promenade Disaster and Recovery Group, sprang into action alongside organizers, coordinators, volunteers, and social media whizzes. Since then, many groups who were looking after the physical needs of various neighborhoods sprang forth along with individuals who were looking after emotional needs to feel connected. […]
As we approach winter in Florida, we are fortunate that we aren’t having to ready our pipes for freezing temperatures or buying salt to spread over our driveways. Winter is an amazingly exciting time in Florida. People are leaving the security of their air conditioned bunkers to begin enjoying whatever the outside has to offer. […]