Have you ever said “I feel like a train wreck,” or an “emotional basket case?” Most all of us have emotional baggage that we are carrying around. There is a way to dump this baggage. Think of it as an “attitude adjustment!” The Emotion Code was developed by Dr. Bradley Nelson (no relation) who realized that his patients’ aches and pains were more than just physically based. He coined the phrase “trapped emotions” – negative energies that become trapped in the body during intense emotional … [Read more...] about Finding Your Happy and Healthy with The Emotion Code
Cultivating STEM Interest Among Girls
One of the great rewards of working in education is finding students who are passionate about their chosen careers. Alaina Rowitsch is one such student. Through the Mountain Institute Joint Technical Education (MIJTED), she is an Applied Pre-Engineering student in Yavapai College’s Career and Technical Education (CTEC) program. Alaina is pursuing her Associate of Applied Science Degree with the skills and determination she needs to be a successful engineer. “I grew up in a family of … [Read more...] about Cultivating STEM Interest Among Girls
Heel Pain, Foot Pain, Plantar Fasciitis? Massage May be the Answer
Many people live in the Prescott area for the outdoor lifestyle it provides. The outdoor lifestyle typically involves movement – hiking with the kids and family dog through groves of oaks and pines, biking and running or jogging on trails and streets. Needless to say, the feet can put in some work. But a painful condition called plantar fasciitis, also known as “jogger’s heel,” can hamper those activities or even stop them all together. According to the sports medicine community, many … [Read more...] about Heel Pain, Foot Pain, Plantar Fasciitis? Massage May be the Answer
Seeking Support from the Governor
As the City of Prescott seeks to increase its ability to pay down the massive PSPRS liability that looms over our city, I have been reaching out to mayors in other jurisdictions, all of whom are greatly affected by PSPRS. In June, I sent a letter to Governor Doug Ducey, requesting his support at the State Legislature for PSPRS reform. The letter was signed by 18 mayors. Here are excerpts from that letter: Subject: Request for Executive Support at the State Legislature for PSPRS … [Read more...] about Seeking Support from the Governor
Don’t Let Distracted Driving Wreck Your Summer Vacation
Distracted driving is a growing – and dangerous – recurring event in the United States. Distracted driving is any activity that takes your eyes off the road, hands off the wheel or mind off driving. A study through the National Institutes of Health found that drivers eat, reach for the phone, text or otherwise take their eyes off the road about 10 percent of the time. This behavior can endanger the driver, passengers and bystanders. Distracted driving can include a myriad of activities, … [Read more...] about Don’t Let Distracted Driving Wreck Your Summer Vacation
Achieving a More Youthful Appearance by Harnessing the Body’s Ability to Rejuvenate
The Prescott DermaLift Clinic utilizes two procedures to rejuvenate skin and muscles naturally using a combination of micro-current (BioLift) and revolutionary electro-ion technology (Quantum Hydration). The two procedures are different but complementary; however, both procedures essentially harness the body’s own natural ability to rejuvenate, creating a more youthful appearance. What is Bio-Electric Rejuvenation? Every cell has an electric charge that powers blood circulation, oxygen … [Read more...] about Achieving a More Youthful Appearance by Harnessing the Body’s Ability to Rejuvenate
Cool Commitment to Four Season Recreation
As Arizona Snowbowl transitioned from its longest ski season ever to summer on the San Francisco Peaks, evidence of activity and a commitment to year-round outdoor recreation is abundant. For the second consecutive year, Scenic Chairlift Rides are offered every day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with extended hours on Fridays. For many Northland visitors escaping low-desert heat (the temperature difference can be 30 degrees from Phoenix to the San Francisco Peaks), the stunning views, gorgeous … [Read more...] about Cool Commitment to Four Season Recreation
Helping Keep Heart Patients in the Community
Yavapai Regional Medical Center’s (YRMC’s) TAVR program (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement) has been up and running since November 2016, and is making a positive difference for local patients. Initially, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) approved the program for high risk patients. “These were patients in their upper 80s with multiple medical comorbidities, like severe renal failure, previous open heart surgeries and at very high risk,” said Jose Torres, M.D., Cardiothoracic … [Read more...] about Helping Keep Heart Patients in the Community
Patient-Centered Cancer Care
The Cancer Centers of Northern Arizona Healthcare in Flagstaff and Sedona are distinguished by multidisciplinary medical teams made up of compassionate radiation oncologists, nurses, social workers and dietitians dedicated to providing patients with the latest in cancer care. During traditional cancer treatment, patients often experience a variety of side effects from exposure to radiation – a highly effective tool in killing cancer cells, but also a danger to healthy portions of the body. As … [Read more...] about Patient-Centered Cancer Care
Schepman Wants to Give You a Lift
Look around. Do you see anyone getting any younger? Probably not. But, according to Justin Schepman, if a person uses the services of Prescott Dermalift Clinic, a person may certainly appear younger. Schepman owns Dermalift. He offers a procedure that helps clients look better right away. It is non-surgical, non-toxic and reportedly less expensive than other procedures. He says it is all about muscle memory – to remind your muscle group from your neck to your forehead about how they … [Read more...] about Schepman Wants to Give You a Lift