I have been studying the science of bio-identical hormones for the last 25 years now (yes, they have been around that long – longer, in fact!), and recently they have become quite the rage as a new popular fad. This is probably because research is showing that when dosed properly, bioidentical hormones are not only a safe way to replace the body's diminished hormones as we age, but can also help prevent heart disease, stroke and possibly hormone-related cancers. Another reason for the … [Read more...] about Considering Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy?
Two Physicians Join YRMC PhysicianCare
Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) is pleased to welcome two new physicians to YRMC PhysicianCare. Marc H. Brickman, D.O., FACP Marc H. Brickman, D.O., FACP – who specializes in Internal Medicine – has joined YRMC’s Internal Medicine team in Prescott. Dr. Brickman is a graduate of the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine in Chicago, Illinois. He completed residency training in Internal Medicine at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois and served as Chief Resident at … [Read more...] about Two Physicians Join YRMC PhysicianCare
NAU Enhancing Lumberjacks’ Role in Arizona’s Workforce
Every day is an exciting day to be involved in higher education at Northern Arizona University. Our work benefits our communities, inspires our students and advances the pursuit of knowledge. Some days, however, are especially memorable – and the Arizona Board of Regents’ recent approval of a new NAU College of Engineering, Informatics and Applied Sciences was one of those days. The creation of CEIAS is not just an administrative change. It is recognition of the excellence that has made our … [Read more...] about NAU Enhancing Lumberjacks’ Role in Arizona’s Workforce
Blood Pressure: Understanding the Numbers
New guidelines released this past fall by the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association have changed the way you should be looking at your blood pressure numbers. High blood pressure is now defined as 130/80 and higher, which differs from the older definition of high blood pressure as 140/90 or higher. But, what exactly is blood pressure, and what do these numbers mean? Blood pressure is the pressure blood puts on the walls of blood vessels as it circulates through … [Read more...] about Blood Pressure: Understanding the Numbers
Prepping for a Prescott Summer
This is an exciting time of year here in the Quad Cities area. There are so many activities and events that start taking place in and around Prescott, Prescott Valley and the surrounding towns. People seem to come from all around to experience what we sometimes take for granted. The upcoming 4th of July festivities and the rodeo are a major draw and bring visitors from all over. There’s kind of a buzz in town as the weather warms up. Businesses, restaurants, shops and vacation rentals are … [Read more...] about Prepping for a Prescott Summer
Protecting Against Noise: How Hearing is Damaged
The most common cause of permanent hearing loss is noise exposure. That being said, unless you live in a perfectly quiet world, it is likely that you are exposing your hearing organ (cochlea) to excessive vibration. We hear through vibration and vibration is what causes the damage! It is a Catch-22. The hearing organ is fragile. The cochlea is the size of a green pea, curled like a snail and filled with fluid. Inside this tiny, sophisticated organ are rows of nerves that sit on a membrane … [Read more...] about Protecting Against Noise: How Hearing is Damaged
Girls Learn Success in Education, Life from ‘Sisters’
Girls who attended the Sister-to-Sister event on May 1 at Yavapai College (YC) said they heard stories of struggle and inspiration, learned about the benefits of higher education as they pursued careers, and enjoyed the camaraderie. Sister-to-Sister is a mentorship program that provides high school girls with support from professional women. The half-day workshop was co-sponsored by the YC Educational Talent Search/TRIO Program (ETS/TRIO) and the local branch of the American Association of … [Read more...] about Girls Learn Success in Education, Life from ‘Sisters’
What to Consider When Adding CBD to Your Massage
Cannabidiol, or CBD, is the plant that keeps on giving. Its uses are impressive and can be traced back thousands of years. There are various species of cannabis, and cannabidiol (CBD), is one that has been gaining a ton of popularity. People are still often cautious of using CBD oils as they sometimes confuse CBD with THC, but there are absolute differences between the two. While THC is known to get people high or alter their state of mind, CBD does neither. It is not psychoactive and also … [Read more...] about What to Consider When Adding CBD to Your Massage
Planetarium—ERAU Thanks Philanthropists
In the past few months, the Jim and Linda Lee Planetarium atop the STEM Center (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) on the west edge of the Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott campus has become a destination, not just an attraction, for visitors to the Prescott area. More than 15,000 visitors from throughout the United States and several foreign countries have toured or participated in educational programs at the planetarium, said Planetarium Director Eric … [Read more...] about Planetarium—ERAU Thanks Philanthropists
Building Bridges for Business, Customers
Wendy Bridges is creating and fostering a climate of opportunities for businesses and for customers. Bridges is the economic development coordinator for the City of Prescott. Bridges views the challenge of creating such a climate as similar to that facing other Arizona communities. She uses, as an example, the need for a skilled and ready workforce. “Employers across the country are being challenged by a low unemployment rate, which leads to fewer job seekers. But in Prescott, because of our … [Read more...] about Building Bridges for Business, Customers