Who would have thought GLP-1 would become the hottest abbreviation around? It means glucagon-like peptide 1, a hormone that regulates blood sugar in Type 2 diabetics. And it helps people lose weight! GLP-1 drugs are in the headlines these days, as Oprah and a clutch of soap-opera actresses praise the miraculous effects of these skinny-down […]
When thinking about mosquito control, most probably picture the sights and sounds of an airplane flying overhead or a turbine attached to a pick-up truck driving down their street. These methods of mosquito treatment are vital in protecting the health and well-being of the residents we serve, but they also only scratch the surface of […]
Posture is a term used loosely to describe the body’s position. In health and wellness, posture refers to the body’s anatomical position, particularly when it is against gravity. In utero, the fetus is positioned in a C curve. This position puts the majority of the flexor muscles in the front of the body in a […]
I am proud to announce that NCH has recently positioned itself at the forefront of medical innovation by becoming the first healthcare provider in the area to offer the game-changing Ion technology from Intuitive for lung biopsy procedures. Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer death worldwide, and earlier detection can make a critical […]
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VILLAGE SCHOOL OF NAPLES LAUNCHES INTERNSHIP AND SHADOWING PROGRAM TO SUPPORT UPPER SCHOOL STUDENTS The Village School of Naples, an independent school serving students in Preschool through 12th grade, has launched an Internship and Shadowing program offering unique opportunities for its upper school students to engage in experiential learning beyond the traditional classroom setting and […]
VILLAGE SCHOOL OF NAPLES APPOINTS NEW ACADEMIC DEAN TO ENHANCE THE INSTITUTION’S K-12 SCHOLASTIC PROGRAMS The Village School of Naples, an independent school serving students in Preschool through 12th grade, today announced the appointment of Dianna Mattern, Ph.D., as its new Academic Dean. In this role, she will explore the scope and sequence of the […]
Avow is humbled by the support of The Stranahan Foundation’s investment of $35,000 to ensure the uninterrupted care of hundreds of patients with serious illness in Southwest Florida. Soukup Strategic Solutions is proud to collaborate with Avow to secure grant funding for their essential programming benefiting Collier County, including palliative care. The years-long partnership has […]
The Founders Scholarship Fund (FSF) held their Annual Holiday Scholars Luncheon on December 28 at Club Pelican Bay Scholarship recipients who were home for the holidays joined members of the Founders Fund Board of Directors and FSF mentors for the annual event to celebrate the accomplishments of each student. Founders Fund students currently attending colleges […]
Naples Winter Wine Festival Online Auction Returns for 10th Consecutive Year Showcasing Over 100 Incredible Experiences in Food, Wine and Travel Among the amazing items up for bid are three separate lots featuring different bottles of limited-edition Pappy Van Winkle’s bourbon; a collection of highly sought after Screaming Eagle Cabernet Sauvignon; a wine paired dinner […]