Entries by LifeInNaples

Doctor’s Note: Why Play Is Powerful Medicine

How Simple Moments of Play Shape a Child’s Future by Dr. Douglas Halbert, MD, FAAP, Healthcare Network When we think about raising healthy children, a few essentials quickly come to mind: nutritious meals, quality sleep, routine checkups, emotional support and plenty of physical activity. But there’s another critical ingredient in healthy development that often gets […]

The Future of Engineering and Construction Starts in Immokalee

Daniel Trejo-Garcia’s journey from a curious middle schooler to a professional field engineer serves as a powerful testament to the transformative impact of The Immokalee Foundation. Growing up in a household where he watched his father, a construction worker, fix everything by hand, Daniel developed an early passion for building. However, it was The Immokalee […]

CMCD Tours Offer an Educational Look at Mosquito Control

by Jonathon Little, MBA Director of External Affairs The Collier Mosquito Control District offers free tours for residents and community engagement groups. Every tour is a little bit different, and they give a firsthand glimpse into a day in the life of mosquito control. Tours begin with an in-depth look at CMCD’s operations center. The […]

NCH First in Florida to Activate New Implantable Therapy for Sleep Apnea

I am proud to announce that Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH) has become the first healthcare system in Florida to activate a new implantable therapy designed to treat obstructive sleep apnea, marking a significant milestone for patients who struggle with traditional treatments such as CPAP. Sleep apnea affects millions of Americans and is associated with serious […]

Wine Women & Shoes 2026 Raises $568,000 to Support Naples Cancer Advisors

Wine Women & Shoes 2026 Raises $568,000 to Support Naples Cancer Advisors; Sold-Out Event Blends Glamour, Generosity and Community Impact More than 300 supporters of Naples Cancer Advisors gathered at the Naples Sailing & Yacht Club for the third annual Wine Women & Shoes, a sold-out afternoon highlighting fashion, philanthropy and fun. The fundraising event […]