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Lee County has high rate of deaths from falls Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 4:21PMLee County continues to lead the state in death rates due to falls among counties over 250,000 people, according to the newest statewide statistics. Last year, 94 people in Lee County died from falls, and falls remain the leading cause of accidental deaths in the county.
Huntsville police blotter Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 5:01AMUnless otherwise noted, the following incidents were reported to Huntsville police Saturday and Sunday.
Lee Memorial targets young doctors Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 1:36AMFlorida has one of the nation's highest physician shortages, thanks, in part, to a limited number of training programs for newly graduated doctors,...
Texas and Big 12 Capsules: 'Horns begin new era with Gilbert against Rice Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 6:26PMHOUSTON (AP) — No. 5 Texas has more than a dozen freshmen on its depth chart. Coach Mack Brown doesn’t see that as cause for concern as the Longhorns prepare for Saturday’s opener against Rice.
Staglin Family Vineyard signature vintner at 2011 Southwest Florida Wine and Food Fest Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 6:06PMTo wine enthusiasts, vintners Shari and Garen Staglin are the king and queen of Napa Valley, California.
September 3, 2010 Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 12:02PMMary Floyd Mary Floyd, age 82, of Grenada, died Tuesday, Aug. 31 at her home. Visitation was held from 6 - 8 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 2, at National Funeral Home. Funeral Services are at 10 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 3, at the National Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Dan Beardin officiating.
Florida Hospital Association recognizes Lee Memorial Health System Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 4:19PMThe Florida Hospital Association has recognized Lee Memorial Health System for its effort to prevent hospital infections.
School Digest Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 4:52AMDISTRICT 68
School Digest Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 4:13AMLAKE FOREST
Business digest: Marketing firm earns four state awards Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 2:43AMShares of Burger King Holdings Inc. soared nearly 17 percent Wednesday after published reports said the fast-food chain was in talks to be acquired by a private equity firm.
Funds may be catalyst to psychiatric clinic Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 1:34AMLee County's health care community has wanted a psychiatric hospital for a decade but has not found developers with deep enough pockets.
Obituaries: Marion Derowitsch, who raised her children in New Providence, has died at 92 Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:21PMMarion Derowitsch, 92, of Ft. Myers, Fla., formerly of New Providence, passed away Friday, Aug. 13, 2010 at Lee Memorial Health System, Ft. Myers, Fla. Marion was born May 16, 1918, in Rochester, N.Y., the first of three children of...
Cow Country: The Rise of the CAFO in Idaho Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:17AMEnvironmental and health concerns are on the rise as more dairies start to resemble factories. by Scott Weaver On a cool June day, Dean Dimond looked out from his back porch at a field of green wheat bending in the wind. Dimond lives on and farms a patch of land in the Magic Valley just north of Jerome.… [ Read more ] [ Subscribe to the comments on this story ]
Opinion > Editorials Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 12:23AMLetters to the editor published in the September 1, 2010, edition of The Explorer.
Terry Mosher: Former OC Coach Christensen, 71, Still Going Strong Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 10:06PMOrson Christensen, who coached football at Olympic College back when they played football at Olympic College, is back in the game.
Fort Myers golfer maintains mastery of Palmetto-Pine sixth hole Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 3:53PMWhere: Palmetto-Pine, No. 6, 135 yards, 29-degree utility
Program gives patients support, knowledge to cope with Parkinson's disease Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 1:07AMMarian Lewis felt powerless when doctors diagnosed her with Parkinson's disease in October 2009.
Rumson graduate Kent happy to give back Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 10:22PMWhen David Kent was asked in June to provide a series of free golf lessons to 9-year-old Chansen Savakinus, he could have kindly refused.
Lee Greif Saves Kansas City's Menorah Medical Center Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:26PMKansas City - Lee Greif is no stranger to hard times. Growing up, he was making his own way by age sixteen, working three to four jobs per day just to make ends meet.
'Ding' Darling Wildlife Society hires executive director 'Birgie' Vertesch Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 6:22PM“Ding” Darling Wildlife Society-Friends of the Refuge (DDWS) recently announced the appointment of Birgit “Birgie” Vertesch as its first-ever executive director.
Lee County hospitals get handle on staph Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 2:05AMDangerous staph infections acquired at Lee Memorial Health System hospitals have dropped an estimated 30 percent since 2007, a sign that aggressive...
Scholarship recipients announced for Uncommon Friends Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 11:16PMThe Uncommon Friends Foundation's scholarships are an integral part of the foundation. Unlike many other scholarships, the foundation concentrates on individuals who might not qualify for traditional scholarships.
Niles surgeon joins Borgess-Lee Memorial Hospital Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 5:53PMPosted 13 minutes ago at 6:40 pm. DOWAGIAC — Borgess Lee Medical Group welcomed Dr. Carl Whitt to its practice Tuesday evening with a reception at Wood Fire Italian Trattoria.
Woman, 97, keeps busy at Cape Coral Hospital Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 12:37AMBelle Sorokin spends a few hours every Wednesday volunteering with the Lee Memorial Health System Seniors Health Activities Resource Education - also...
Today's birth announcements Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 9:57PMBirths reported Wednesday to the St. Cloud Times:
Obituaries for August 25, 2010 Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 12:20PMWhile residing in Lovingston , Agnes Jane was a very active member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church , a member of the Ladies Guild and devoted many hours to the church family she loved dearly.
Targeted Fort Worth libraries would stay open three days a week under foundation's plan Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 11:30PMCouncil members accepted the offer warmly, although it's far from finalized.
Local golf column: Renaissance's Westerlund in fourth at South Florida PGA Section Championship Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 5:00PMTodd Raffensberger of the Country Club at Boca Raton shot a 6-under-par 66 to take the first-round lead at the 32nd annual South Florida PGA Championship at Frenchman’s Reserve and Ritz-Carlton Golf Club in Jupiter.
Cape Coral briefs: Auditions set for 'The Boyfriend' Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 1:24AMCultural Park Theatre will have auditions for the production "The Boyfriend" from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 4.
Officials try to fill space in Mills Center Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 10:00PMUnion County officials are currently looking for a way to put a vacated portion of the Charles B. Mills Center to good use.
Naples man dead after a truck hits electric scooter on Golden Gate Parkway Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 5:05PMA man driving an electric cart was hit by a truck at Golden Gate Parkway and 50th Street Southwest. The Kmart parking lot was blocked off for Medflight, as scanner conversations indicated the man suffered a head injury.
Lee County's hospital workers may see a raise Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 2:34AMLee Memorial Health System likely will end this year solidly in the black and, as a result, offer up to 3 percent in merit raises for management and...
Caution: Politics can be hazardous to your health Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 1:23AMPolitics has taken a noticeable turn for the worst in N.H. with the new attacks by the surrogate Republican Party affiliates. People knew from this year's political beginning that the Republican Party picked candidates in the primary.
Finalists nominated for inaugural class of Warren County Hall of Fame Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 11:18AMThe Warren County Hall of Fame will be housed at Warren County Community College. WASHINGTON TWP. — Most residents know that geographically speaking, Warren County lies on the periphery of one of the most densely populated regions in America. When...
New Orleans Mayor Announces Over 100 Recovery Projects For City Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 3:56PMNEW ORLEANS , LA —Mayor Mitch Landrieu today announced over 100 capital recovery projects that his administration is committed to fully funding and getting done. “With the fifth anniversary of Hurricane Katrina approaching, it’s especially important that we stop thinking about rebuilding the city we were and start creating the city we want to become,” said Mayor Landrieu. “This is a new day, a ...
List of 138 projects Landrieu says are committed Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 3:16PM100 PROJECTS FOR A NEW, NEW ORLEANS PUBLIC SAFETY Citywide Public Safety and Criminal Justice Location: Citywide Project Type: Public Safety Description: Alternate /Improved Project for systems approach. Projected Cost: $55,800,969-69,751,212 Phase: Various NOFD Engine 10 Morrison Rd. Location: 14069 Morrison Road Project Type: New Orleans Fire Department Description: Renovation of the Morrison ...
Career fair to be held this week Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 1:27PMRasmussen College will host a free Career and Networking Fair for residents of the surrounding communities at the Hyatt Place Fort Myers at the Forum on August 19, 2010.
The Heart of Leadership Inspiration and Practical Guidance for Transforming Your Health Care Organization Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 2:01AMThe Heart of Leadership, a new book by Barbara Balik and Jack Gilbert, examines the leadership characteristics of ten transformational health leaders from a variety of work environments who have produced more results than many of their peers in similar circumstances.
Lee Memorial among hospital organizations fighting for e-record funding Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 12:35AMLee Memorial Health System and other multi-hospital organizations would get additional federal stimulus money to convert to electronic records if new...
Lee Memorial Health System may get additional federal stimulus funds Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 5:37PMLee Memorial Health System and other multi-hospital organizations would get additional federal stimulus money to convert to electronic records if new...
It's a hype-free flu season Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 5:37PMPublic health officials are predicting a run-of-the-mill influenza season this year, a contrast to the dire predictions made about the recently ended...
Blood Drive coming to Sanibel Post Office Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 2:38PMA Blood Drive, sponsored by the Lee Memorial Health System, has been scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 31 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Sanibel Post Office on Tarpon Bay Road.
Sheriff Scott to serve pancakes for a cause in Cape Coral Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 1:22PMSheriff Mike Scott, chairman of the board of the Lee County Coalition for a Drug-Free Southwest Florida, will be testing out his serving skills on...
2nd Annual Back to School Blast Saturday Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 11:41AMThe Children's Advocacy Program of The Children's Hospital, a part of the Lee Memorial Health System, will participate in the 2nd Annual Back to School Blast to be held at the Edison Mall Saturday, Aug. 21, from 10 a.m. to 4 p..
Wellmont Health System Selects Omnicell for Best-in-Class Medication Management Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 7:00AMOmnicell, Inc., a leading provider of system solutions to acute healthcare facilities, today announced that Wellmont Health System has selected Omnicell OmniRxÂ® automated medication dispensing cabinets , SinglePointeâ¢ software to manage patient specific medications, Anesthesia Workstationsâ¢ and other solutions to streamline medication management throughout its facilities.
Differing opinions for school flashers could save city thousands Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 10:41PMA difference of engineering opinions could save the city hundreds of thousands of dollars if city council approves buying school flashers for Trafalgar and Skyline at the cost of $45,000.
Red Ribbon Pancake Breakfast Saturday Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 9:41PMSheriff Mike Scott, chairman of the Board of the Lee County Coalition for a Drug-Free Southwest Florida, will join Coalition Board Members Dr.
Cape Council considers cost saving health care partnership Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 6:27AMThe Cape Coral City Council will take up a plan tonight that could save the city and it's employees money on health care.
Visit from dogs help brighten day Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 2:21AMSome of the hardest-working volunteers in Lee County's hospitals sniff staffers, lie in patients' beds and bark.
Oswego Hospital Welcomes New Anesthesiologist to Medical Staff Sunday, August 15, 2010 @ 7:45PMOswego Hospital welcomes Anesthesiologist Simon Lee, MD, to its active medical staff. Dr. Lee earned both his undergraduate and medical degrees from the University of Missouri’s B.A./M.D. six-year program at the Kansas City campus.