Naples City Council will again consider a citywide mask mandate to help combat COVID: "The Naples City Council is scheduled Monday to discuss a city staff-written resolution that would require the wearing of face coverings “inside any public building or any retail or commercial establishment.” - Naples Daily News

- DeSantis Announces Delay In Delivery Of Pfizer Vaccine

- Southwest Florida hospitals expect COVID-19 vaccine delivery next week

- Full-time residents and visitors will be able to get the COVID-19 vaccine in Florida

- FDA finds Moderna vaccine 95% effective

- COVID-19 vaccine: ‘20,000 doses of hope’ arrive, but ‘game changer’ will take time

Over-the-counter COVID-19 home test OK'd: "The first home test for COVID-19 that doesn't require a prescription will soon be on U.S. store shelves." - Modern Healthcare

For many Floridians healthcare is unaffordable making it entirely unattainable leaving millions in our state uninsured: “States including Florida that did not expand Medicaid had an average rate of 12% uninsured compared to 7.6% among states that expanded the program." - Naples Florida Weekly

Florida has lowest flu vaccination rate in U.S., with modest uptick this year: “Florida has the lowest flu immunization rate among states and recent progress isn’t keeping pace with a national uptick in the vaccination rate, according to an independent analysis of federal data.” - Naples Daily News

FDA authorizes Quest Diagnostics' COVID/flu test for emergency use: "The U.S. Food and Drug Administration granted emergency use authorization to a diagnostic test for at-home, self-collection of patient samples for the detection of SARS-CoV-2 and influenza A/B." - Modern Healthcare

Provider Information for COVID-19 Vaccine: We encourage medical practices to register for COVID-19 vaccines even if they would not vaccinate anyone other than their own staff. Although the vaccine is not readily available yet, preparations are in progress. Note: To become a COVID-19 vaccine provider your organization must be enrolled in Florida SHOTS and the Vaccines for Children/Adult Program.

- COVID-19 Vaccine Enrollment Process Overview

- COVID-19 Vaccine Enrollment Process Flowchart

Visit the Florida DOH COVID-19 vaccine provider page for details and updates.

For questions, contact the COVID-19 Vaccine Enrollment Desk at 833-701-1397, or email.

2021 RCC Cards: CCMS Members receive special $10 pricing on the 2021 RCC Card, which provides discounts at restaurants and merchants. Order a card at ccmsonline.org/membership or call CCMS, 239-435-7727. Cards will be mailed to the office address on file unless otherwise specified.

Until Jan. 1, buy 1 get 1 free (orders doubled after checkout) for all customers (excluding gloves and 3M masks) plus 10% back to CCMS and our Foundation on all sales. Visit the CCMS online store, register your account if you haven't already, and use discount code: colliercms during checkout. Some complimentary samples are available at the CCMS office, email for details.

Renew Your CCMS Membership Today! The 2021 CCMS dues deadline is Dec. 31, 2020. Invoices were recently mailed to members who pay individually, or to practice administrators for group payment. Members (or their groups) can also pay online at ccmsonline.org/membership. Thank you for renewing!

CCMS Alliance: CCMSA invites physician spouses and CCMS members to join/renew their membership in the Alliance - Submit dues online | CCMSA President's Letter/Membership Form

- Collier Comprehensive Report 12/16

- Florida Comprehensive Report 12/16

-Weekly DOH-Collier COVID-19 Update 12/14

-Florida Dashboard (Collier County Total Cases as of 12/16: 20,294)

-Updated DOH Testing Sites

-CCMS Webinar Recording "Q&A: Updates on COVID-19 Outpatient Protocols"

-Watch: NCH's Heroes Wear Masks - Town Hall Recording: “Updates on our health care system and city’s efforts with COVID19”

More COVID updates and resources are available online

Today, Dec. 17, 7:00PM - 7:30PM (last webinar in series)

The webinar series will focus on physician well-being, practice redesign, and implementing telehealth during COVID-19. Register online

Friday, Jan. 8, 9:30AM-6:30PM

Maintain your Florida license & address key issues that affect FL-licensed physicians. Free for FMA members, $450 non-members. Register online

“Dining Docs”

Wednesdays, 5:30PM, Naples restaurant locations

Drs. Elizabeth Arguelles and Sonal Sura were featured in the Gulfshore Business magazine article Medical Imbalance. (online pg. #74)

We invite CCMS members to take advantage of the CCMS Physician Wellness Program (PWP) for a "New Year Mental Wellness Check-up” session this season.

The PWP features confidential, convenient, cost-free access to professional psychological services for CCMS members to provide a safe harbor for you to address normal life difficulties and the challenges of a medical career.

Thank you to the Southwest Florida Physicians Association (SWFPA) for their continued support of the program, contributing $20,000 this year. About SWFPA: "SWFPA is the Independent Physician Association that contracts with independent physicians, and provides services to managed care organizations. SWFPA incorporated in 1987 and now has more than 1000 physician members of multiple specialties. The contracting services provide access to over 100,000 lives in Collier and Southern Lee counties through 25 different agreements direct with self-insured employers, networks, and health plans. SWFPA is the only select providers for the not for profit corporation, Naples Physician Hospital Organization, The (PHO) DBA/Community Health Partners.

We would also like to show our appreciation for NCH for their donation of $10,000 again this year. About NCH: "The NCH Healthcare System is one of the most progressive in the country. More than just a couple of hospitals, the NCH Healthcare System is an alliance of more than 700 independent physicians and medical facilities in dozens of locations throughout Collier County and southwest Florida.” “Not only do we offer advanced comprehensive care, we embrace new, effective ideas in medical care and healing.”

Learn more about using and/or supporting the PWP at ccmsonline.org/physician-wellness, email us, or call CCMS at (239) 435-7727.

Seeking physician offices who can welcome a high school student for career learning opportunities such as shadowing, scribing, lab work, research assistance, etc. Please contact CCMS if interested or for more details.

Seeking position as RN: Registered Nurse with wound care experience, trained/experienced H.B.O. nurse. Resume gladly provided upon request. Current Naples resident. Please contact (305) 978-4687 or marquesas1@comcast.net.

Seeking CAREGivers for senior clients in their homes: We are a licensed agency providing companionship and personal care for our clients. Training provided, the applicant provides a caring heart and a true desire to help others! Must be 21 years of age or older. Text the word CARE to (239) 596-2050 to apply. Or visit homeinstead.com/naplesfl.

Seeking Registered Nurse Supervisor of Inpatient Services: Highly motivated RN with flexibility to meet needs of department in the Naples area for Avow Hospice Inc. Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university preferred; at least 1-3 years hospice experience preferred. Visit https://avowcares.org/careers/.

Shared Medical office space available: 2335 Tamiami Trail N # 501, Naples, FL 34103; for more information please call Dr. Warner at (239) 572-0402.

Seeking Certified Surgical First Assistant Position: Highly motivated CSFA with excellent credentials and adroit skills seeking employment in the Naples area in the medical specialty of Plastic/Facial or Plastic/Reconstructive Surgery. License / Certification #178193 – current. Contact Dennis Griffin, CSFA,

(603) 547-5652.