The prevalence of stroke occurrence in the United States continues to raise concerns. In addition, ignoring stroke signs and symptoms is an area of growing concern. According to a scientific statement released earlier this year by the American Stroke Association/American Heart Association ...
The South Cape Hospitality & Entertainment Associations (SCHEA) will be hosting a Lee Health blood drive Saturday, May 20, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The bus will be parked in Club Square, behind the BackStreets Sports Bar on Southeast 47th Terrace. Types O+ and O- remain critically low, and ...
Home Base Florida, a local non-profit founded by the Red Sox Foundation and Massachusetts General Hospital dedicated to supporting veterans and military families impacted by the invisible wounds of war, will host national PTSD expert Wes Sanders, PhD, for a free virtual presentation on grief Wednesday, May 24, 2023 from 12–1 p.m. The grief talk is being held in recognition of Memorial Day celebrated annually in May. This annual observance honors the millions of Americans who tragically lost their lives while serving this country. Without the sacrifice of these men and women in ...
The Alzheimer's Association will be holding a Virtual Brain Bus: 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's session Thursday, May 11, from 10-11 a.m. via ZOOM. This statewide outreach initiative raises awareness about Alzheimer's and related dementias from any device connected to the internet. Programs are led by trained dementia experts and will address the benefits of early detection, early diagnosis, brain health, risk reduction, how to receive an accurate diagnosis and the latest advancements in Alzheimer's research. Join "10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's" to learn how to recognize common ...
Alzheimer's Association's virtual Caregiver Support Group meets virtually the third Thursday of every month from 3-4 p.m. starting May 18 and continuing through Sept. 19, 2024. Support groups create a safe, confidential, supportive environment or community and a chance for participants to develop informal mutual support and social relationships. They also educate and inform participants about dementia and help participants develop methods and skills to solve problems. For questions or help, please call the Alzheimer Association's 24/7 Helpline at: 800-272-3900.
Cape Coral charity run raises $17,000 for colorectal cancer patients An annual charity run in Cape Coral has generated $17,000 toward colorectal cancer education, screening and treatment in Southwest Florida. Colorectal cancer, which is preventable, treatable and beatable, is the second ...
