With winter upon us, summer tans and glowing skin can begin to fade into a dull, dry complexion. Maintaining that glowing skin in the cooler season is possible with these four steps: Hydrate Hydration is key when it comes to glowing skin. Clinical professor of plastic surgery at the University of Chicago Julius Few explains that when skin is kept hydrated, it’s less likely to crack and let in external elements that cause blemishes. Also, the more water you drink, the more blood … [Read more...] about Maintaining the Summer Glow in Winter
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Holiday Evergreens are Ready for Planting
During the coldest months of the year, evergreens are the anchors that hold together our landscapes. Up to 25 percent of any mountain landscape should be allotted to evergreens. Get this ratio wrong and that winter landscape will appear bare, especially if neighboring yards have evergreens galore. This is a good time to assess the balance of your yard and if it’s found lacking, plant new evergreens. They are at their best now through March, as the chilly months are when they show off their … [Read more...] about Holiday Evergreens are Ready for Planting
Biomass Industry – A Boon to Yavapai County
On Nov. 15, a large group of policymakers, ranchers, industry leaders and others met to discuss local biomass extraction and potential uses during the All Hands, All Lands Conference held in Prescott. This event was initiated by the Upper Verde River Watershed Protection Coalition, the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management, and the Chino Winds and Triangle Natural Resource Conservation Districts. Speakers included State Senator Steve Pierce, State Forester Jeff Whitney, Senior Vice … [Read more...] about Biomass Industry – A Boon to Yavapai County
Speech-Language Pathologists Treating Stroke and Parkinson’s Patients
People who have neurological conditions – such as those caused by stroke and Parkinson’s disease – often have communication problems, including difficulties with swallowing and vocalizing. Because of their highly specialized training and experience, speech-language pathologists can work with these patients to help them regain function. Two major signs of a stroke are slurred speech and facial droop. Sometimes the muscles used in swallowing become weak, which can cause the patient to aspirate … [Read more...] about Speech-Language Pathologists Treating Stroke and Parkinson’s Patients
Treating Diabetes through Rehabilitation
For many, a healthy diet and regular exercise are self-prescribed ways to feel better. But for people with diabetes, diet and exercise often are medically recommended to help treat the disease. Diabetes is a disorder where either the body does not produce enough insulin or the cells in the body do not recognize the insulin. To understand diabetes, you first need to understand the role of insulin in your body. When you eat, your body turns your food into sugar, also called glucose. At that … [Read more...] about Treating Diabetes through Rehabilitation
The Trinity of Hearing: Part One, The Family
This is part one of a three-part series on hearing loss and the relationship of the three primary elements or the Trinity of players involved in facilitating hearing as efficiently as possible. This Trinity includes the family, the hearing-impaired person and the hearing health-care provider. I was asked to repeat this series by some of my QCBN readers. “I have watched the relationship of my family shift from loving and charismatic to cordial and formal. Every interaction has to be directed … [Read more...] about The Trinity of Hearing: Part One, The Family
Welcoming TAVR: Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) is a minimally invasive procedure performed collaboratively by interventional cardiologists and cardiac surgeons. Typically, people who have aortic stenosis (narrowing) or malfunction of the aortic valve need open heart surgery to replace the damaged valve. A valve controls the passage of blood from the heart to the body. It prevents the blood from flowing backward. If a person has a damaged valve, it may not open enough to allow an adequate … [Read more...] about Welcoming TAVR: Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement
A Number You Should Know: Why Cholesterol Counts
We’ve all heard that it’s important to monitor our cholesterol levels. Cholesterol is produced naturally by your body, but it’s also found in food products that come from animal sources like meat, poultry and dairy products. Even though cholesterol has gotten a bad rap, your body actually needs a certain amount of it to form cells, aid in digestion, convert Vitamin D in the skin and develop hormones. But when your body produces too much cholesterol, it can line the walls of your … [Read more...] about A Number You Should Know: Why Cholesterol Counts
Electrical Impulses Treating Facial Muscles, Skin
Every cell has an electrical charge that powers blood circulation, oxygen transport, nutrition and detoxification. The Bio-electric Rejuvenation system was originally developed to help restore normal facial appearance for those suffering disfigurement from Bell’s Palsy, stroke, facial trauma due to accidents or invasive facial procedures. This same technology is now being used in cosmetic procedures to treat loss of muscle tone and elasticity in the face and neck. Bell’s Palsy, Stroke, … [Read more...] about Electrical Impulses Treating Facial Muscles, Skin
Arizona’s Christmas City Preparing for Holiday Season
Prescott is widely known for attracting families and people of all ages to enjoy our beautiful climate, four seasons, scenery, outdoor activities, the downtown plaza and much more. We’re becoming known as the best city in the Southwest to live, learn, work and play. As the fall and winter seasons approach, this attraction is abundantly clear: Prescott has a lot to offer for both our local residents and tourists, and holds a special honor as Arizona’s Christmas City. So designated by Arizona … [Read more...] about Arizona’s Christmas City Preparing for Holiday Season