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A message from the Clinic … What to think about and plan for before you travel, during travel and when you arrive on the island

September 25, 2020
Marcy Shortuse
News

BY DR TOM ERVIN – It is fall again. The wind is freshening and more from the north. There is a morning chill, and the lazy days of summer are becoming shorter. It is time to find the sweater drawer....

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If you missed the first of the four-part Healthnetwork ‘Back to Boca’ webinar, it’s not too late to catch up

September 25, 2020
Marcy Shortuse
Health & Wellness

A four-part free webinar series to provide sound facts about COVID-19; including recommendations for safe travel and safe living on island this season, has begun and is being held by the Boca...

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It’s International Clean Hands Week Sept. 20-26

September 25, 2020
Marcy Shortuse
Health & Wellness

STAFF REPORT – In recognition of the annual health observance, International Clean Hands Week, the Boca Grande Health Clinic would like to talk about the importance of good hand hygiene. Sponsored...

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‘Back to Boca’ four-part COVID webinar scheduled for September 23

To the Editor: On Wednesday, September 23 at 4 p.m., Boca Grande residents will have an exclusive opportunity to join Healthnetwork Foundation and experts from leading medical centers in the first of...

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A message from the Clinic: Getting a flu shot this year is more important than ever

September 11, 2020
Marcy Shortuse
Health & Wellness, News

BY MARK DRISCOLL- Before coming back to the island this year, please get a flu shot. If you are working on the island, please get a flu shot. It does not matter where you get your flu shot, but making...

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A message from the Clinic: Taking a much-needed break? Get back to work safely

BY DR LAUREN HANA – A lot of questions have come up in the last few months about dealing with COVID-19 illness, symptoms or exposures involving individuals in the workplace or elsewhere. This...

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You bet your life I took the pledge … a note from a long-time, well-loved island resident

BY SUSAN BOWERS – More than anything, I want my friends and neighbors in Boca Grande to stay well. It is our cherished home. I have never met fi ner people or had better, more loyal friends. They...

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Clinic ‘Pledge’ drive picking up speed with businesses and residents

BY MARCY SHORTUSE- Keeping Boca Grande safe is the number one goal of the Boca Grande Health Clinic, and their newest initiative, “the Boca Grande Pledge,” seems to be working.

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Take the ‘Boca Grande Pledge’- Boca Grande residents, businesses sign up to keep the island safer from COVID-19

SUBMITTED BY THE BOCA GRANDE HEALTH CLINIC- Boca Grande has always been unique and comes to hold a special place in the hearts of all who have the opportunity to experience the island. The Boca Grande...

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Clinic welcomes new executive director

STAFF REPORT- The Boca Grande Health Clinic has announced the appointment of Mark Driscoll as chief executive officer, succeeding Hilja Bilodeau, who has retired. Mr. Driscoll starts at the clinic on...

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