There’s no doubt about it – the COVID-19 pandemic is a time of uncertainty and unique challenges. As we navigate new waters, from business closures to stimulus checks, scammers nationwide are attempting to take advantage of the panic and exploit consumers. So that you can stay in the know, we’ve gathered some of the top scams Americans are reporting. Calls Requesting Personal Information Some consumers have reported calls from scammers claiming to be a government agent. The caller may … [Read more...] about Three Scams to Look Out for During the COVID-19 Pandemic
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NAU on the Front Lines of Coronavirus Response
In the past months, Northern Arizona University’s leadership has focused its efforts on ensuring the health, safety and well-being of our Lumberjack and surrounding communities. COVID-19, its far-reaching impacts, and our preparation and response, have been our utmost priority. NAU has worked diligently to leverage our resources and expertise to serve our communities and our state. Earlier this month we were proud to celebrate the nearly 6,000 students who earned NAU degrees, becoming … [Read more...] about NAU on the Front Lines of Coronavirus Response
Managing Anger
During this time of sheltering at home and financial loss and uncertainty, domestic violence is on the rise. Blaming others for our feelings is more acceptable as we observe it in others. With all the divisiveness and violence we are experiencing as a nation, anger is frequently expressed as violence. Anger in and of itself is not bad, but is simply a response to a perceived danger or a potential loss. Physiologically, it is remarkably similar to anxiety but with a different behavioral … [Read more...] about Managing Anger
Public Enemy No. 1: COVID-19 Creeps into Yavapai County
Restaurants, bars, gyms and movie theaters are closed, car dealers are offering to bring vehicles to customers’ doors for a test drive, insurance agents are requesting payments to be slid under their doors and the public trail system is more popular than the downtown square. This, while Governor Doug Ducey is preparing Arizonans for a possible stay-at-home order and identifying essential jobs in industries such as health care, construction, food service, airports, pawn shops, gun supplies and … [Read more...] about Public Enemy No. 1: COVID-19 Creeps into Yavapai County
Simple Exercises for Combatting Stress
April is National Stress Awareness Month, which typically coincides with tax season, a notoriously stressful time of year for many. This year, the added stress of the coronavirus compounds the “normal” April stress. While it’s obvious that feeling stressed is unpleasant, it is also important to understand the toll that stress takes on our bodies, especially as we age. As we get older, our bodies have a harder time bouncing back from stress. We produce adrenaline and cortisol, which make our … [Read more...] about Simple Exercises for Combatting Stress
Keeping Calm and Carrying On
As I write this column, the world is wrangling with the COVID-19 pandemic. Life has changed dramatically for a lot of industries and people. For example, in looking at commercial aviation, many borders in a lot of countries are closed. Quarantines are in place in many areas and assuming you can travel, you may have a 14-day stay in quarantine when you get there. Air travel has dropped by an enormous percent and airlines are mothballing existing aircraft, slashing routes as well as employees. … [Read more...] about Keeping Calm and Carrying On
Removing Emotional Clutter; Remodeling from Within
Welcome to “At Home With Tom and Sandy.” This month, in light of everything going on with the coronavirus, Tom and I thought we would take a pause and enjoy a lunchbreak or for those of us who breakfunch – something which I do all day, eating small meals between breakfast and lunch and do not take a lunch break – we are going to veer away from our normal column. Settle in. This is going to be wonderful! Sandy: Hi Tom! Happy April! For our detour topic this month, I have invited Deborah … [Read more...] about Removing Emotional Clutter; Remodeling from Within
Keeping Your Vehicle Clean of Coronavirus
In these uncertain times when the coronavirus continues to affect every aspect of our lives, it is not a time to panic. Keeping yourself and loved ones as safe as possible is generally everyone’s primary concern. We all have heard by now that the best method for reducing the spread of coronaviruses and other pathogens is by washing our hands, and cleaning and disinfecting surfaces that we come into contact with; however, not much is said about or explained about how to clean and disinfect … [Read more...] about Keeping Your Vehicle Clean of Coronavirus
Growing, Reaping Benefits of Rosemary
Rosemary is commonly used in cooking to flavor soups, sauces and meats. Perhaps less well known, it also has many health benefits and can be used as a natural remedy for a variety of ailments. Here are 10 health benefits of rosemary that will prompt you to grow this plant and find ways to use this valuable, fragrant herb. Cancer Prevention - Rosemary contains carnosol, found in studies to be a potent anti-cancer compound. Researchers have had promising results of its efficacy against breast … [Read more...] about Growing, Reaping Benefits of Rosemary
Don’t Let Chronic Pain Define You
If you are one of the millions of people in this country who struggle with chronic pain, you know first-hand how it can hinder your quality of life. You may have explored just about everything in an attempt to cope with your pain – injections, medications, chiropractic care, surgery – yet, the pain persists. YRMC’s Chronic Pain Self-Care Program can help. This innovative program will show you how to work in concert with your body and mind to understand and ease chronic pain through … [Read more...] about Don’t Let Chronic Pain Define You