Vehicle pursuit in Charlotte County ends in crash A pursuit between the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office and a vehicle on Interstate 75 ended in a crash.
Red tide looms off Southwest Florida coastline Beware of the beach! Red tide is making its way towards Southwest Florida once again.
FORT MYERS BEACH $1.2 million approved for repairs for FMB and Sanibel schools This hurricane season left an expensive mess at Fort Myers Beach Elementary and the Sanibel school, but who’s paying the $1.2 million price tag?
FORT MYERS Teen carjacks woman after escaping mental health facility A teenager accused of carjacking a woman in a church parking lot on Friday had just escaped from a facility where he was being held under the Baker Act, according to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office.
Teachers union raises issues with Lee County School District after arbitration Being a teacher is just like any other profession. Teachers need to take days off, get sick, and sometimes cover for co-workers.
LABELLE LaBelle Animal Shelter hoping to raise money to avoid property being sold The owner of Animal Rescue Inc. in LaBelle is doing everything she can to prevent the shelter from disappearing in a matter of months.
County settlement allows Links of Naples golf course to redevelop into homes Collier County residents are vocalizing their concerns over the commissioner’s decision to develop housing on the Naples Golf Course.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers mayor weighs in on possible city hall relocation With Lee Memorial Hospital scheduled to close in 2027, discussions over what will replace the building are in full swing and whether Fort Myers City Hall is the right choice.
Toys for Tots: A 77-Year tradition of service and holiday cheer Toys for Tots aims to bring gifts to children and their families who may not be able to afford them for the holidays.
Inside the mind of accused CEO gunman WINK News is learning more about the man accused of shooting and killing a health insurance CEO on a New York City sidewalk last week, and breaking down what he may think of himself based on the writings he left behind.
1 dead after crash on Airport-Pulling Road in Collier County The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash involving a sedan and pick-up truck that occurred near Airport Pulling Road.
bonita springs Prostate cancer treatment aims to freeze further development When it comes to cancer treatment, several options come to mind, such as chemotherapy, surgery, and or radiation; however, there is another option that may prove to be as effective.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers man convicted of sexually assaulting teenager A Fort Myers man has been convicted of several charges, including the sexual assault of a 17-year-old teenager.
Red tide advisory issued for Clam Pass and Barefoot Beach The Florida Department of Health issued a red tide advisory after presence of the algae bloom was found near Clam Pass and Barefoot Beach in Collier County.
FORT MYERS RSW offering remote parking for the holidays Southwest Florida International Airport, RSW, is offering passengers RSWRemote, a reserved holiday parking option.
Vehicle pursuit in Charlotte County ends in crash A pursuit between the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office and a vehicle on Interstate 75 ended in a crash.
Red tide looms off Southwest Florida coastline Beware of the beach! Red tide is making its way towards Southwest Florida once again.
FORT MYERS BEACH $1.2 million approved for repairs for FMB and Sanibel schools This hurricane season left an expensive mess at Fort Myers Beach Elementary and the Sanibel school, but who’s paying the $1.2 million price tag?
FORT MYERS Teen carjacks woman after escaping mental health facility A teenager accused of carjacking a woman in a church parking lot on Friday had just escaped from a facility where he was being held under the Baker Act, according to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office.
Teachers union raises issues with Lee County School District after arbitration Being a teacher is just like any other profession. Teachers need to take days off, get sick, and sometimes cover for co-workers.
LABELLE LaBelle Animal Shelter hoping to raise money to avoid property being sold The owner of Animal Rescue Inc. in LaBelle is doing everything she can to prevent the shelter from disappearing in a matter of months.
County settlement allows Links of Naples golf course to redevelop into homes Collier County residents are vocalizing their concerns over the commissioner’s decision to develop housing on the Naples Golf Course.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers mayor weighs in on possible city hall relocation With Lee Memorial Hospital scheduled to close in 2027, discussions over what will replace the building are in full swing and whether Fort Myers City Hall is the right choice.
Toys for Tots: A 77-Year tradition of service and holiday cheer Toys for Tots aims to bring gifts to children and their families who may not be able to afford them for the holidays.
Inside the mind of accused CEO gunman WINK News is learning more about the man accused of shooting and killing a health insurance CEO on a New York City sidewalk last week, and breaking down what he may think of himself based on the writings he left behind.
1 dead after crash on Airport-Pulling Road in Collier County The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash involving a sedan and pick-up truck that occurred near Airport Pulling Road.
bonita springs Prostate cancer treatment aims to freeze further development When it comes to cancer treatment, several options come to mind, such as chemotherapy, surgery, and or radiation; however, there is another option that may prove to be as effective.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers man convicted of sexually assaulting teenager A Fort Myers man has been convicted of several charges, including the sexual assault of a 17-year-old teenager.
Red tide advisory issued for Clam Pass and Barefoot Beach The Florida Department of Health issued a red tide advisory after presence of the algae bloom was found near Clam Pass and Barefoot Beach in Collier County.
FORT MYERS RSW offering remote parking for the holidays Southwest Florida International Airport, RSW, is offering passengers RSWRemote, a reserved holiday parking option.
Robert Keane had a C-pap mask but it wasn’t helping him deal with his sleep apnea. (CREDIT: WINK News) When we talk about getting a good night’s sleep, having a condition where you stop breathing is not what comes to mind. But around 22 million Americans suffer from sleep apnea, and that’s exactly what happens. It can be serious, even fatal. The gold standard of treatment is a mask that forces continuous oxygen. But not everyone can tolerate it, and the lack of sleep can cause a lack of focus. It was Robert Keane’s first clue that something was wrong. The Naples man was distracted and tired but didn’t suspect sleep apnea was the cause. Doctors suggested a sleep study, and the results were eye-opening. “On a scale of one through 30, you’re 27. So that means you stop breathing 27 times an hour,” said Keane. C-pap machine (CREDIT: WINK News) “Obstructive sleep apnea is when your throat, you know, your internal structures are collapsing,” said Dr. Michael Medina, ENT-otolaryngologist at the Cleveland Clinic Hospital Weston. Medina treated Keane. He said this common condition has the potential to do much more than rob patients of sleep. “Obstructive sleep apnea, it’s like a hidden killer. Your oxygen levels drop down. And because of that, you know, you put your heart and your cardiovascular system at risk,” Medina said. Keane used a C-pap mask that provided continuous pressure to keep his airway open. Dr. Medina said up to 50% of people don’t tolerate it. Keane is one of them; he hated the mask. “Complete torture,” Keane said. “It was awful… I dreaded going to bed every night.” Given the importance of treatment, Keane looked for another solution, considering oral appliances and even surgery to remove tissue in the throat. He ultimately chose to go to the Cleveland Clinic Hospital in Weston to get a tiny device implanted in his chest called the Inspire. Cleveland Clinic Hospital (CREDIT: WINK News) It’s FDA-approved for severe apnea. “It’s like a pacemaker, but for your breathing,” Medina said. Placing it requires two small incisions, one to insert it into the chest, the other under the jaw where a lead meets a nerve that controls the tongue. It’s likened to a pacemaker because it keeps pace with your breathing. “And when you take a breath, it detects that. And then, it will at that time stimulate the nerve to the tongue to move the tongue gently forward and tense the tongue so the tongue doesn’t fall back,” Medina said. Keane activates it at bedtime by taping a controller on his chest. A slight tingling in his tongue confirms it’s stimulating the nerve. “Oh, it’s amazing. It’s great,” Keane said. “I love it. I mean, I’m a different person. It’s totally, totally changed my life.” Not everyone is a candidate for the implant. Patients must have obstructive apnea and have failed to use the mask. It’s not meant for people who are severely obese.