Collier Edition

The heat is on. It’s summertime!  It has been extremely hot these past few weeks, but it is time to get outside to run, bike, swim and do anything else outdoors we can imagine. It is even a great time to sit in the sun and watch your favorite sporting event. What you may have noticed while you are doing …

Webster’s dictionary defines an emergency as “an unexpected and sudden event that must be dealt with urgently.” Hence, individuals seeking care in an Emergency Room (ER)—whether it’s for chest pain or a broken arm—expect to be seen and treated quickly. That’s why Physicians Regional Healthcare System offers a ‘30-Minutes-or-Less ER Service Pledge’. “We understand if you’ve made a trip to …

Climate change is causing an increase in respiratory diseases worldwide. There has been an increase in allergies, asthma, infectious disease, and cardiovascular disease which is believed to be due to global climate change. Regardless of the reason, the populations most affected include infants, children, the elderly, and those with compromised immune systems. An interest in natural remedies is growing, too. …

By Jonathan M. Frantz,  MD, FACS It is estimated that nearly 114 million people in the United States are struggling with the frustratingly natural eye condition called presbyopia.  Typically occurring in those over 40, presbyopia reduces the ability of the eye to focus on near objects, causing blurry reading vision. An advanced surgical procedure to treat this condition is now …

By Michael A. Aquino, Pharm.D., Naples Pharmacy What Is CoQ10? CoQ10 or Coenzyme Q10 is a substance that the human body can produce naturally. CoQ10 is used by the cells to generate energy and also functions as a powerful antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free radicals, which are believed to contribute to health problems by damaging cells and DNA. Although CoQ10 …

By Debra K. Brinker, RN Headaches are a common malady suffered by almost 50 million Americans, causing pain and discomfort in the head, forehead, scalp, or neck. Headaches have different causative factors, and their source requires some investigation. Regenerative and Natural Medicine options are providing non-medication solutions that correct the underlying triggers. Hormones and Diet Low or imbalanced hormones may …

By Manuel F. Bustamante, MD – Gastroenterology Specialists Diverticulitis is a common intestinal disease that affects many adults, most of whom are not even aware that they have it until serious symptoms appear. Most often it is found in middle-aged men, but it can affect anyone at any age. This condition occurs when an abnormal pouch forms in the intestinal …

Naples, Bonita Springs and Estero Homes – According to industry experts, there are over 33 physical problems that will come under scrutiny during a home inspection when your home is for sale. A new report has been prepared which identifies the eleven most common of these problems, and what you should know about them before you list your home for …

Naples, Estero and Bonita Springs Home Sellers-Because your home may well be  your  largest  asset,  selling  it  is probably one of the most important decisions you will make in your life. And once you have made that decision, you’ll want to sell your home for the highest price in the shortest time possible without compromising your sanity. Before you place …

By Evie Breedlove-Mangapora, ARNP & Deborah J. Post, ARNP The following is a snapshot of daily life for most of us, do you relate? 11:00 PM: watching local news and weather: trying to relax & unwind  (unless you’re still at work). Midnight-1:30 AM hit the pillow exhausted and either start solving the problems of the world for an hour then …