Health Notes
Cape Coral
Health seminar
The Wellness Center of Cape Coral is hosting a free seminar, “What Really Happens to FAT” by exercise specialist and personal trainer Toni Paulino, at 6 p.m. Monday in the 2nd Floor Conference Room at 609 S.E. 13th Court. To register, call 573-4800.
Frantz picked for doctors database
Local ophthalmologist Jonathan M. Frantz has been selected by his peers to be included in the Best Doctors in America 2009-2010 database.
The database is a resource that contains the names and professional profiles of approximately 45,000 of the best doctors in the United States. It represents only 5 percent of all U.S. doctors. The database serves more than 10 million people in 30 countries and has worldwide acclaim for connecting patients to the best medical care.
As a two-year fellowship-trained cornea and refractive specialist, Frantz concentrates his practice on cataract removal, CustomLens implants and 100 percent blade-free iLASIK. He established Florida Eye Health in 1994 and has five locations in Southwest Florida.
His medical team includes an eyelid and facial cosmetic surgeon and five board-certified optometric physicians who provide pre-operative and post-operative care, as well as management of eye diseases and routine eye exams.
For information, call the main office at 418-0999 or visit: www.bettervision.net.
Blood pressure and blood sugar clinics
Tatalomo’s Nurses Registry will provide complimentary blood pressure and blood sugar clinics on the third Monday of each month at Lake Kennedy Senior Center, 400 Santa Barbara Blvd. The clinics are free. For information, call 574-0575.
Kidney Thrift Store
The Cape Coral Kidney Thrift Store, 4836 Candia St., is a little known treasure chest of donated items from the community. All of the proceeds go to the Kidney Foundation and dialysis patients in Cape Coral. It offers clothing, household items, home decor and more. For details, call 945-1835. Donations are tax deductible.
Work it Baby
Work it Baby is a fun workout program for mothers and babies starting Sept. 1 at Joe Stonis Park.
Four class times available:
– Tuesdays at 9 a.m.
– Tuesdays at 6 p.m.
– Thursdays at 9 a.m.
– Thursdays at 6 p.m.
Cost is $10 per class for residents and $15 per class for non-residents. For information, call 549-4606.
Pack Your Bag
The National Council on Aging and CVS Pharmacy are sponsoring a free Pack Your Bag medication consultation from 10 a.m.-noon Sept. 22 at Tony Rotino Senior Center, at 5817 Driftwood Parkway. A local CVS pharmacist will conduct a 15-minute presentation, followed by one-on-one consultations, to discuss the advantages and myths that exist surrounding the use of generic medications. The event is free. For information, call 574-0807.
North Fort Myers
Volunteer Fair
A Volunteer Fair will be held from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 29 in the Party House at the Shell Factory in North Fort Myers. All individuals interested in volunteering can come and meet with area agencies to find the best fit for their service. Participants include ECHO, Foundation for Lee County Public Schools, Guardian ad Litem, Learning for Life, Lee County Library System, Literacy Volunteers of Lee County, North Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce, North Fort Myers Fire & Rescue, Senior Friendship Centers, Lee County Sheriff’s VOICE Unit, 20th Judicial Administrative Office of the Courts, United Way Volunteer Center and more. For details, call Margaret at 275-1881, ext. 203.
Fort Myers
Clothing and school supplies distribution
Lee Physician Group Associates in Pediatrics, 4751 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers, will distribute gently used clothing and school supplies from 9 a.m.-noon Saturday to students in need. To donate clothes for children ages 5-16 or school supplies, drop them off at any Lee Physician Group Pediatric office.
Medi Spa Open House
Drew A. Kreegel and his staff of professionals will host a Medi Spa Open House from 6-8 p.m. Friday at 16410 HealthPark Commons Drive, Suite 200, Fort Myers. By offering several low-cost non-surgical treatments, Kreegel Aesthetic Surgery Medi Spa is offering great alternatives to cosmetic surgery for those on a budget. During the open house, attendees can win prizes and complimentary services, and packages with product samples, a facial treatment menu, treatment brochures and more. For information, contact Rachel Pultrone at 343-9777 or visit: www.kreegelaestheticsurgery.com.
Wellness seminar
The Florida Wellness Alliance began a series of 12 wellness presentations, titled “Wellness Defined,” for the third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. The August presentation, “Heart Health … The Beat Goes On!” has been rescheduled for Sept. 16 at 6:30 p.m. at the Florida Wellness Alliance Training Center, 12381 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers. It will be presented by Dr. Alan Tannenbaum, of Primary Care Associates. The presentation focuses on the basics of genetics and lifestyle choices that affect cardiovascular health, and what is new in traditional and complementary medicine. No cost to attend. Reservations requested. For information or to reserve a seat, call 267-5899 or e-mail floridawellnessalliance@gmail.com.
Power wheelchairs
Medicare’s regulations now make it easier for seniors and others with debilitating conditions, such as arthritis, stroke, heart and breathing problems, or diabetes, to obtain a power wheelchair at little or no cost. Miracle on Wheels is trying to increase public awareness about the assistance options that allow seniors and the disabled to remain independent in their own homes rather than undergo difficult surgery or other expensive treatment, or resort to moving into a nursing home. The assistance options are available to anyone with problems getting around their home or who are in danger of falling due to the medical condition. To learn about qualifying at little or no cost, contact Miracle on Wheels at (800) 400-4210.