Skin Cancer: Why Regular Checkups Are Important!Introduction With our Florida temperatures increasing and the sun’s UV...
Health Articles
New Options for Women Undergoing Mammograms
New Options for Women Undergoing MammogramsThe proportion of women who complain about the pain of mammograms varies....
The Big “C”: Significant Advances in Cancer Treatments
Authored by Allan Bowditch, Engage Estero’s Chief Communications Officer. Introduction Engage Estero continuously...
Avoiding one of Aging’s Most Dangerous Events
Health: Avoiding one of Aging’s Most Dangerous Events Accidents can happen at any time. Did you know that the number one cause of accidental death in those over 65 is a fall? Forty-six million Americans are...
How to Extend Your Life Expectancy by
7 Years!
Health: How to Extend Your Life Expectancy by 7 Years! We are fortunate to live in Southwest Florida and Estero in particular. Given the endless sunny days we experience, many year-round outdoor activities...
Perhaps It’s Time to Enrich Your Life in Retirement
Enrich Your RetirementPERHAPS IT’S TIME TO ENRICH YOUR LIFE IN RETIREMENT!Around 10,000 people retire each day, and this rate will continue for the next 10-15 years. Many retirees will spend roughly 1/3rd of their lives in retirement! Many of these individuals do not...
Black Mold: What you need to Know
Black MoldWhat you need to KnowBackground Moist places generate mold. When mold spores drop where there is excessive moisture, they will grow. Examples include leaks near roofs, windows, or pipes or where there has been flooding. Many building materials provide...
The Vaccines You Need to Consider Seriously Receiving
HealthThe Vaccines you Need to Consider Seriously Receiving - Now.Hurricane Ian devastated SW Florida, and our hearts go out to all those who suffered! Although we were more fortunate than many, many residents, especially those living in West Broadway Estero, are...
Understanding PTSD and Substance Abuse
Studies show PTSD and substance use problems are abundant in people who served in the military and civilians. According to Quyen Bui, Marriage and Family Therapist, American Addiction Centers, almost 1 out of every 3 Veterans seeking treatment for substance use...
Caring for Your Largest Organ
Health: Caring for the Largest Organ in your Body Know what it is? (If you answered “the skin,” you go to the top of the class!) So, what’s its function? There are many, but to mention a few it: Prevents water loss...
Mental Health and New College Students
Mental Health: Important Guidance For Students Entering Higher Education In 2019, the last full year we enjoyed before COVID hit, things were already not well. In the article, Dr. Simeone pointed out, “the...
Health and Safety Issues: GECR Quarter 2, 2022
Important Health and Safety Issues in the Greater Estero Area The ECCL is pleased to provide the second quarter’s Greater Estero Community Report (GECR) for 2022. Each of the articles contained in the report focus on aspects of importance in our area. We discuss:...