April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, a time to educate the public about Parkinson’s Disease (PD), its impact, and the resources available to help individuals live well with PD. With 90,000 new diagnoses each year in the U.S., awareness and early detection are key to improving quality of life. Locally, an estimated 7,000 people in Southwest […]
NCH Rooney Heart Institute Leads Successful Clinical Trial for Groundbreaking Cardiac Ablation Technology The NCH Rooney Heart Institute has successfully completed a clinical trial of the Affera™ Mapping and Ablation System featuring the Sphere-9™ Catheter, a next-generation technology designed to enhance the treatment of atrial fibrillation (AF) and other complex cardiac arrhythmias. NCH is one […]
Greater Naples Leadership (GNL) has named Vincent A. Keeys, Masters Class XXV, as the recipient of the 2025 Distinguished Leadership Award in recognition of his significant contributions to civic and charitable organizations throughout Naples, Collier, and Lee Counties. He was honored for this achievement at the GNL Annual Meeting held at Sugden Community Theatre on […]
Avow Kids provides compassionate support for children and teens navigating the challenges of grief and loss. Through engaging programs, therapeutic activities, and a welcoming community, we offer a safe space for young individuals to express their emotions, build resilience, and connect with peers who share similar experiences. Our summer programs are designed to empower children […]
Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH) is proud to announce the addition of 16 new residents to its Internal Medicine Residency Program, comprising the Class of 2028. Additionally, NCH will welcome six new residents into its Transitional Year Residency Program in July. The Transitional Year Program is a one-year training experience designed to provide a strong clinical […]
Naples Children & Education Foundation Invests a Record Over $34 Million in Organizations Supporting Underprivileged and At-Risk Children in Collier County The Naples Children & Education Foundation (NCEF), the founding organization of the Naples Winter Wine Festival, has invested a record over $34 million in close to 50 non-profit organizations supporting underprivileged and at-risk children […]
Sagewood Institute is celebrating its fifth anniversary by offering a series of free events over the next three months. From weight loss to skincare, the special seminars and open house will be educational and fun with door prizes and refreshments served. Joaquin Hernandez, (Featured Photo) FNP, Founder and Institute Director of Sagewood Institute opened the […]
LEADERS IN THE FIELDS OF PARKINSON’S RESEARCH AND TREATMENT TO SPEAK IN NAPLES, FLORIDA DURING PARKINSON’S AWARENESS MONTH The Parkinson’s Association of Southwest Florida (PASWFL) is proud to host the Living Well with PD: Education Symposium on Thursday, April 24, 2025, in recognition of National Parkinson’s Awareness Month. This event takes place from 9:00 AM […]
Recognizing that accidental injuries and other health and safety issues require a coordinated approach, 50 child-serving non-profit, government service and business providers joined efforts in 2010 to create The NCH Safe and Healthy Children’s Coalition of Collier County (the Coalition). According to the Florida Department of Health, Bureau of Vital Statistics, drowning is the leading […]
The Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) at NCH Baker Hospital and the Critical Care Unit at NCH North Hospital have been awarded the Silver Beacon Award for Excellence by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN). This prestigious designation recognizes exceptional patient care and a commitment to fostering a healthy work environment. This marks the […]