Ask anyone what the primary symptom of a heart attack is, and he or she is likely to say “chest pain.” While this can be true, it’s not the only symptom, especially for women. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States, but many women don’t recognize when a heart attack is happening because their symptoms can differ widely from men’s. People often make the mistake of ignoring symptoms. Women especially need to be more aware of the symptoms of a heart attack. … [Read more...] about Three Facts Every Woman Should Know About Heart Attack
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Winterization Tips
Welcome to “At Home With Heidi & Sandy.” We are here to give you the inside scoop on Winterization Tips this month. Settle in, enjoy and take those precautions to ensure you do not have winter issues in your home. Remember, for winterization of your home you can certainly take precautions wherever you can; however, unexpected situations can occur so an astute, shrewd look around your home can make the difference between a problem or potential crisis being caught early or a problem or … [Read more...] about Winterization Tips
Good Posture: The Key to Health and Wellness
Healthy living is a priority for many people today. Hours are spent at the gym and extra dollars are spent at the grocery store in an attempt to sculpt the best version of yourself. However, even with all the time and money spent on looking and feeling good, many people overlook one of the key ingredients to health and wellness -- good posture. Poor posture has been proven to cause pain in the back and neck, and this pain negatively affects both physical and emotional well being. Fortunately, … [Read more...] about Good Posture: The Key to Health and Wellness
Did you know Oct. 19 is BRA Day?
Plastic Surgeons of Northern Arizona wants you to know that Wednesday, Oct. 19 is Breast Reconstruction Awareness (BRA) Day. Breast reconstruction is an important part of the journey for women battling breast cancer. For many, it restores a sense of wholeness by recreating what cancer has taken. Sadly, many women are not always aware of their options for breast reconstruction. Following a diagnosis of breast cancer, many times, women are processing a lot of very important information and making … [Read more...] about Did you know Oct. 19 is BRA Day?
The Many Ways to Value a Business
In a past article, we talked about “How Much is Your Business Worth,” and the art and science of business valuation. A business broker will use a number of analytic methods. The valuation analysis is crucial, yet coming up with a price to place on the business may be the most important step. Sellers need to set a price that will attract interest and buyers need to know if that price is fair and will allow them to support themselves and pay for the business if they are to purchase it. The primary … [Read more...] about The Many Ways to Value a Business
Survive or Thrive?
I was having dinner with some friends a while back and one of them asked what was new with me. “Well,” I said,” I just graduated from a nutrition program. I’m now an Integrative Nutritional Health Coach.” After a congratulatory toast and some encouraging words about launching my new career, my friends lamented that they knew they could stand to improve their diets. Then one said, I know I should eat better but I wouldn’t want to live too long!” illuminating the belief that our elder years are … [Read more...] about Survive or Thrive?
Planning for a Retirement That is Better Than a Vacation
Some people spend more time planning their vacation than they spend planning for retirement. When it comes to retirement, many Americans don’t know where to begin. It is important to have a retirement plan addressing ways to have income for life. Finding the most efficient and beneficial way to address this may impact your lifestyle, your asset accumulation and your legacy planning after you retire. Satisfying that need for daily income entails first knowing how much you need and when you … [Read more...] about Planning for a Retirement That is Better Than a Vacation
Ten Flowers that Insects Hate
Bugs wreak havoc on flowers leaving frustrated gardeners to ponder whether to fight back with chemical pesticides, organic poultices or angry machete chops. However, even if you've lost the battle with bugs this season, you can win the war by planting flowers that insects find unpalatable. These flowers naturally repel insects because of soapy sap, succulent leaves, hairy foliage and other natural defenses, meaning you have more time to devote to weeding, bouquet gathering or just relaxing in … [Read more...] about Ten Flowers that Insects Hate
Botox: Beyond the Wrinkles
Botox was first approved by the FDA for cosmetic use in 2002 and since then, has become synonymous with facial-wrinkle reduction and creating, at least temporarily, a more youthful look. Today, however, physicians are also successfully using Botox to treat serious medical conditions, including muscle spasticity resulting from brain and spinal cord injury, chronic migraine and other neurological disorders. Botox is one of four products on the market (including Myobloc, Xeomin and Dysport) that … [Read more...] about Botox: Beyond the Wrinkles
Minimally Invasive Procedures Happen in Cath Lab
The location where an interventional radiologist performs image-guided, minimally invasive procedures is a room in the Catheterization Laboratory (Cath Lab) or the Angiography Suite. This state-of-the-art environment is like an operating room with diagnostic imaging equipment that assists the interventional radiologist during a procedure. Dr. Matthew Dicker, an interventional radiologist with Prescott Radiologists, said, “The majority of the procedures performed in the Cath Lab are … [Read more...] about Minimally Invasive Procedures Happen in Cath Lab