Meet Kathy. She’s loving, caring, strong, independent, sometimes opiniated and has suffered for more than 30 years. When her symptoms started in the early 1990s, she was sent to multiple medical specialists, such as neurologists, neurosurgeons, primary care, rheumatologists and even psychologists. They were all attempting to identify why Kathy had widespread pain, tenderness, burning, pins and needles, fatigue, headaches, sleep difficulties and depression. It wasn’t just Kathy who was … [Read more...] about IV Vitamins and Hydrations: Symptom Relief for Fibromyalgia Patients
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Welcoming Retirees Back to the Workforce
Many of us have seen the movie “The Intern,” where a retired gentleman seizes a chance to go back to the workforce as a senior intern. He brings a wealth of knowledge and skills, work ethic and dedication, and quickly becomes an invaluable team member. This fictional movie has become a reality for so many retirees returning to the workforce. Retirees have a variety of reasons to return to work. Post-pandemic, many individuals are looking to find a rewarding job opportunity that will make a … [Read more...] about Welcoming Retirees Back to the Workforce
Spring 2023 Free Garden Classes taught at Watters Garden Center
January 14 @ 9:30 am: Happy, Healthy Houseplants with Professional Style You'll learn the top plants grown indoors and how to care for them. Learn best practices for watering, light placement, and how to treat and prevent pests and problems. January 21 @ 9:30 am: Top Local Landscapes with Flare Students learn the best local companion plants—flowers, evergreens, and more--for maximum seasonal color, and the right places to place them for gardening success. January 28 @ 9:30 am: Why … [Read more...] about Spring 2023 Free Garden Classes taught at Watters Garden Center
Reducing Taxes, Protecting Airport Land, Expanding Open Space in the New Year
Happy New Year! I sincerely hope that your holidays were blessed with the warmth of this wonderful season. It was great to see Arizona’s Christmas City in full swing, with all of our favorite events and a few new ones. Prescott City Council looks ahead to 2023, which will no doubt be an important year for the city. First I would like to congratulate our new Mayor Pro Tem Brandon Montoya, and thank last year’s Pro Tem Cathey Rusing for her leadership in 2022. I am pleased to share with you … [Read more...] about Reducing Taxes, Protecting Airport Land, Expanding Open Space in the New Year
How to Care for a Loved One with Hearing Aids
According to the Labor of Bureau of Labor Statistics, 16% of the population provided eldercare between 2017 and 2018. Combine that with one in three people over the age of 65 having a hearing loss, and there is a very good chance you are or will be caring for someone with hearing aids. Hearing care professionals will diagnose the hearing loss and fit the devices. But, once fit, a majority of the daily use and maintenance falls to the wearer. Or, by extension, the caregiver. It is therefore … [Read more...] about How to Care for a Loved One with Hearing Aids
New Year, New Career, New Focus
As we begin 2023, it is a good time to reflect on the past year as a benchmark to set our sights for planning innovative economic strategies. Yavapai County began 2022 with a labor force of 106,288 (ages 16+). Active employment was 103,202 – a difference of 3,086 (unemployment). The official January 2022 Unemployment Rate was 2.9%. Fast-forward to the latest data available as of this writing – the October 2022 labor force increased to 108,343 (+2,055), but the actual employment only … [Read more...] about New Year, New Career, New Focus
Adopting a New Year’s Resolution for Financial Strategies
Make your 2023 New Year’s resolution a great one! It’s time to line up your long-term financial goals with an effective tax-savings strategy. Now that’s a resolution! As you pull together documentation for filing your tax return, let’s look at a few strategies you can implement that could potentially reduce your stress and future tax obligations. A Time for Preparation Evaluating your finances well in advance of tax season will help you better prepare for Tax Day. The key is … [Read more...] about Adopting a New Year’s Resolution for Financial Strategies
What Ingredients on a Pet Food Bag Tell Us
When making a selection for a dry kibble food out of a bag, have you ever wondered what all the ingredients mean in the ingredient panel? Do you ever wonder why the pet food manufacturer will put certain ingredients in the bag of food? Do you know why there is a long list of ingredients that you can’t pronounce or know what they are? It’s so important for us to understand what our pets need in their diet to not only survive, but to thrive in life. Understanding what is in the food we feed our … [Read more...] about What Ingredients on a Pet Food Bag Tell Us
Smart Monitors Available for Diabetes Management
Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) is a game changer for people with Type I and Type II diabetes. That’s how Bonita Wilson, RN, CDCES, diabetes educator at Dignity Health Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC), describes the impact of CGM technology on the lives of people with diabetes. “CGM is the latest and greatest way to monitor blood sugar levels,” she said. “And, it’s done without finger sticks.” This is good news for the one in 10 Americans who live with diabetes, some of whom may … [Read more...] about Smart Monitors Available for Diabetes Management
Encouraging a New Year of Culinary Blessings
As we ring in the new year, I must admit that 2022 was an incredible year. I experienced with my team many opportunities where food, teamwork, creativity and growth came as true blessings. It was also one of the hardest years for me personally and professionally; however, at the end of it, I feel stronger. For those of you who may know me, I love celebrating the culinary experience. Sharing food is a portrayal of my love language. Breaking bread is the best way to describe it. The urban … [Read more...] about Encouraging a New Year of Culinary Blessings