Author: Dorron Blumberg

January 10 2020 – Denise Bober, senior vice president of human resources at The Breakers Palm Beach, has been elected chairwoman of the board of trustees at Palm Health Foundation, Palm Beach County’s community foundation for health.  Bober joined the foundation board in 2013 and currently chairs the executive committee and serves on the governance/nominating committee.  She has been instrumental to leadership through her expertise in human resources and benefits management and strong commitment to health, wellness and social responsibility.

Janaury 10, 2020 – The Florida Department of Health (Department) Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP) has released its 2018-2019 Annual Report to the Governor, Senate President and Speaker of the House of Representatives. The report highlights this year’s accomplishments in achieving the following outcomes: reduction of the rate of inappropriate use of prescription drugs through education and safety efforts; reduction of the quantity of pharmaceutical controlled substances obtained by individuals attempting to engage in fraud and deceit; increased coordination among interested parties participating in the PDMP; involvement of stakeholders in achieving improved patient health care and safety and reduction of prescription drug diversion.

Janaury 9 2020 – The Florida Department of Health (Department) is strongly encouraging all unvaccinated residents to get their flu shot as soon as possible. Flu vaccination is the best way to prevent the flu and its potentially serious complications.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that, nationwide, for the 2019-2020 season so far, there have been at least 6.4 million cases of influenza, more than 55,000 associated hospitalizations and approximately 2,900 related deaths. For Florida flu statistics, please visit the Department’s Florida Flu Reviewwebsite.

Coral Gables Hospital proudly honors Dr. Max Pazos, cardiologist, as the hospital’s Physician of the Third  Quarter of 2019. Dr. Pazos was nominated because his colleagues describe him as highly engaged, and he is beloved by both staff and patients. Dr. Pazos was presented with a plaque in recognition of his outstanding service, commitment and dedication to caring for others.