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The Charlotte County 2018 Walk To End Alzheimer’s was held at Laishley Park, on Oct 6, in Punta Gorda. The walk, sponsored by the “The Alzheim…
Surgery is often part of treating breast cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, doctors may recommend women undergo breast biopsies…
At least two children who have been diagnosed with a rare but serious condition that weakens muscles and limits mobility are being treated in …
The Virginia B. Andes Volunteer Community Clinic presented “Fashions On The Harbor,” at the Charlotte Harbor Yacht Club, in Port Charlotte.
The professionals and volunteers at Tidewell Hospice understand grief. Caring for individuals with advanced illness — and helping their famili…
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A fall festival was held on Sept. 22, at Quality Health Care Center in North Port. Food, games, face painting, a bake sale and vendors were ju…
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