Lee Health: Southwest Florida's Resource for Health News
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Healthy News Blog
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Heart Health
A New Way to Protect Hearts and Brains: Lee Health Leads Stroke Prevention Research
The Lee Health Heart Institute has recently achieved a significant breakthrough by enrolling its 100th patient in the LeAPPS Clinical Trial, a groundbreaking international study investigating innovative approaches to stroke prevention in cardiac surgery patients.
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Heart Health
From Heart Crisis to Centennial Celebration: A 100-Year-Old's Remarkable Recovery
Read about a remarkable new procedure at the Lee Health Heart Institute, which repairs mitral valve issues without the need for open-heart surgery.
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Cancer Care
From Tragedy to Triumph: How Early Detection and Coordinated Care Saved Her Life
The Advanced Lung Care Center's innovative approach continues to make a difference. Learn more about how concierge service can help during a frightening time.