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Longer growing seasons and warmer temperatures make more pollen Naples, FL – Itchy eyes. Nasal congestion. Sneezing. If these symptoms pop up for you during spring, summer and fall, you’re among the estimated one in four Americans who experience seasonal allergies. Many people believe their allergies are getting worse every year, with more irritation over a longer period of time, and it’s not their imagination. Scientists are seeing higher pollen concentrations and lengthier pollen seasons due to shifts... ... Read More
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In May, Physicians Regional Healthcare System wants to help women be the picture of health through Keep Your Selfie Healthy: A Women’s Health Week Challenge email series. Starting May 13, Physicians Regional will provide seven daily emails about women’s health issues, including menopause, heart disease and the prevalence of autoimmune, pelvic floor, and sleep disorders. The series is intended to help women focus on “their selfies.” To sign up, visit PhysiciansRegional.com/womens-health-series . “Studies... ... Read More
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Naples, Florida – April 22, 2024 – Physicians Regional Healthcare System has named Karl Leistikow as the new chief executive fficer of its Collier Boulevard campus, effective April 22nd. Leistikow brings more than 16 years of healthcare leadership experience to this role. He is focused on customer service, strategic initiatives, and quality, as well as building collaborative relationships with physicians and employees. “What excites me the most about this opportunity,” states Leistikow, “is the chance t... ... Read More
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Respiratory illnesses continue to rise with coughs being a common overlapping symptom among them all. Decoding the characteristics of a cough, including its duration, sound and accompanying symptoms, can help patients understand what is going on and how to treat it. Most people are typically contagious the first three to five days after the initial respiratory infection, according to the CDC. However, a cough can linger around longer. A temporary, acute cough typically lasts less than three weeks and is... ... Read More
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March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Of cancers that affect both men and women, colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States and the third most common cancer in men and in women. More than 140,000 Americans are diagnosed and more than 50,000 die from the disease each year. Colorectal cancers affect all racial and ethnic groups, it is most often found in people aged 50 years or older, and the risk for developing this cancer increases with age... ... Read More
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Every 33 seconds in the United States, a person dies from cardiovascular disease, making focusing on our heart health more important than ever. Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a disease of the heart or blood vessels. Often, reduced blood flow to the heart, brain or body is caused by fatty deposits inside an artery, which hardens and narrows the passageway. CVD is the leading cause of death for men and women worldwide, killing an estimated 17.3 million people annually. CVD is also projected to remain the... ... Read More
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Physicians Regional has been named a Center of Excellence in Lung Cancer Screening by a national organization, recognizing the health system’s commitment to early detection of lung cancer through low-dose CT screening. Physicians Regional joined the Center of Excellence network with GO2 for Lung Cancer, an advocacy group dedicated to increasing survival for those at risk for, diagnosed with and living with lung cancer. An estimated 237,000 Americans are diagnosed with lung cancer annually, with many bei... ... Read More
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Naples, FL – January 25, 2025 – Physicians Regional Medical Center - Pine Ridge recently achieved multi-accreditation from Surgical Review Corporation, a nonprofit, patient safety organization dedicated to recognizing and refining surgical care. The Pine Ridge campus was honored as a Center of Excellence in robotic and minimally invasive surgery, as well as urology and colorectal surgery. These accreditations recognize Physicians Regional’s commitment to meeting nationally recognized standards, deliveri... ... Read More
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Seconds count, especially during a heart attack. The risk of damage to the heart increases as time passes without treatment. Naples area residents can now find around-the-clock treatment for heart attacks at two Physicians Regional Health System hospitals. Physicians Regional – Pine Ridge opened the Heart Center in July 2020 which allows patients to receive a full range of cardiology procedures. The Heart Center, a 24/7 heart attack receiving facility, includes a dedicated cardiovascular intensive care ... ... Read More
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It’s a leap year, and that means we all can look forward to an extra day in February – an extra day to enjoy life, be well, and pursue the things that make us happy. And, while an extra day is nice, what if you could add more years to your life? Caring for your heart is one of the best ways to increase longevity. Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States, responsible for one in five adult deaths in the U.S each year. The CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) estimate... ... Read More
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