Hundreds of thousands of people undergo liposuction each year, but there is a new procedure on the market that has peaked new interests and provides satisfying results. This treatment is called "CoolSculpting” and the full body targeted treatment is now available in Northern Arizona. CoolSculpting is a fat-freezing procedure and it’s the only FDA-cleared, non-surgical fat-reduction treatment that uses controlled cooling to eliminate stubborn fat that resists all efforts through diet and … [Read more...] about Lose Fat without Dieting, Exercise or Surgery?
What is Northern Arizona Healthcare’s Bariatric Surgical Weight Loss Clinic?
People often ask about the Bariatric Surgical Weight Loss Clinic. Our team − which includes a physician, a nurse practitioner, a registered dietitian, a clinical psychologist, a medical assistant and front office staff − provides medical support to bariatric surgery patients. The patients who come to us are typically 100 pounds or more overweight; many have medical conditions that impact their mobility and quality of life, have battled their weight for years and are contemplating having … [Read more...] about What is Northern Arizona Healthcare’s Bariatric Surgical Weight Loss Clinic?
The Sky’s the Limit for Helicopter Company
Have you ever thought of proposing to someone or even getting married while zipping along on a helicopter flight? Or how about a helicopter flight to Sedona for a picnic in some remote area surrounded by red rocks, or to the Verde Valley wine country for an afternoon of wine tasting? Even for the average person, this is now possible, thanks to Guidance Aviation. Starting with just one helicopter 18 years ago, Guidance has become one of the most successful and reputable companies, not only in the … [Read more...] about The Sky’s the Limit for Helicopter Company
Cancer Prevention, Early Detection: Protecting Yourself, Your Family
Scientists and medical professionals have been waging the War on Cancer for many years, even before President Nixon signed the National Cancer Act in 1971 and set the country on track to better fight this disease. We’ve had many successes and many failures, but the fight goes on with better treatments, new research and ever-changing insights into what patients really need. Recent data published by the American Cancer Society suggest there will be 1.6 million new cancer cases in the United … [Read more...] about Cancer Prevention, Early Detection: Protecting Yourself, Your Family
Making Father’s Day Special
Father’s Day is Sunday, June 19. This day should be spent reminding dad how special he is to his family. This Father’s Day, show dad the love and appreciation he deserves. Follow these tips to give dad a day that he’ll remember: Think Like Dad Put yourself in dad’s shoes. If he could have a day to himself to do anything he wanted, what would he choose? Think of something he wouldn’t normally get the chance to do and treat him to that. If dad loves to golf but never has the time, send him … [Read more...] about Making Father’s Day Special
Creating Edible Plantscapes
Interestingly, the front yard often is the sunniest spot in a landscape, and although vegetable gardens thrive in lots of sun, we rarely install what is basically a working farm in the front yard. With careful planning, edible plants can become parts of a striking front yard design. “Hide them in plain sight” is the secret to a great-looking landscape that also adds to your harvest. Artichoke plants are the superstars of the front yard edibles. These attention-grabbing plants make quite a … [Read more...] about Creating Edible Plantscapes
Remodeling Tips for Home Re-Sale
Welcome to the inaugural column of “At Home With Heidi & Sandy.” We are here to give you the inside scoop on real estate and the construction industry; what’s up, what’s down, what’s hot and what’s not. We’ll share real estate stats, home prices, building permit numbers, lending information, construction pointers and give you hints on renovations that will give you a return on your investment. There is plenty going on in the real estate industry and the construction industry and we want to … [Read more...] about Remodeling Tips for Home Re-Sale
Local Students Earn Academic Scholarships
Eleven Yavapai County students representing seven different communities each received a $1,900 scholarship from the Education Scholarship Endowment-Yavapai County during a May 6 luncheon at Hassayampa Inn in Prescott. In all, $20,900 went to winning students. All 11 anticipate careers in area schools once they complete their degrees, said Robert St. Clair, ESEYC president. Recipients were praised by Larnell Sawyer, the outgoing 2015 Teacher of the Year for Yavapai County. Sawyer, a … [Read more...] about Local Students Earn Academic Scholarships
Reverse Mortgage Consultant Credits Experience, Patience
William “Bill” Binkey is passionate about his work. Still, one has to wonder what it is about arranging reverse mortgages for seniors that evokes such dedication. “It has been the most emotionally rewarding work of my life,” he said. “You get to help do something that is often life-changing. Believe me. I have seen people carrying a heavy load that they really couldn’t handle. I see them six months later and they actually appear physically younger.” Binkey has spent the past eight years … [Read more...] about Reverse Mortgage Consultant Credits Experience, Patience
Multi-Million Dollar Touchmark Project Underway
Dozens of future residents attended groundbreaking for what will be the hub – The Clubhouse – for the multi-million dollar Touchmark at the Ranch retirement community construction site. Executive Vice President Tom Biel said the two-story building will be the focal point on the 44-acre site and an important social and wellness center for the broader community, as well. The 18,850-square-foot space will feature an upper level with a fireplace lounge, casual pub and restaurant, commercial … [Read more...] about Multi-Million Dollar Touchmark Project Underway