Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) has realigned its Prescott outpatient blood draw centers into a single, state-of-the-art location. The new Outpatient Draw Center is now serving patients in the recently opened Outpatient Services Building (OSB) West, on the campus of YRMC West at 1001 Willow Creek Road, Suite 1100A, Prescott, Arizona 86301. “The Draw Center is technically advanced as well as spacious, comfortable and convenient for patients,” said Dignity Health, Yavapai … [Read more...] about Dignity Health, YRMC Opens State-of-the-Art Blood Draw Center
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Securing Your Remote Workers
Over the last few years, we have seen several tech companies, such as Buffer, Todoist and Help Scout, to name a few, switch to a fully remote or partial work setup. Most of these companies spent months preparing for the switch by training their employees, setting up remote work policies and ensuring the necessary infrastructure was in place to deal with cybersecurity threats. However, many companies were forced to make the switch overnight when COVID-19 hit. Very few got the chance to fully … [Read more...] about Securing Your Remote Workers
What is a Memory Café?
Memory Cafés are a worldwide recognized support system for those persons afflicted with dementia or other cognitive impairment. The cafés are meant to be fun, educational and relaxing for both the caregiver and the person diagnosed with a memory disorder. According to the University of Washington, the idea of memory cafés or Alzheimer’s cafés started in 1997 by Dutch psychiatrist Bere Missen. His goal was to bring people with dementia and their caregivers “out of the shadows and into the light.” … [Read more...] about What is a Memory Café?
Discarded Syringes: A Dangerous Byproduct of the Drug Epidemic
Yavapai County has an opioid epidemic; we have for more than a decade. In 2021, the DEA singled out Yavapai County as a “hot spot” for opioid and illicit drug abuse and created an initiative called “Operation Engage” to help stop the abuse. Yavapai County is the fourth highest county in the state for overdose deaths. These deaths can happen in minutes and anywhere. Thankfully, we have a wonderful task force: PANT, MatForce, YCSO, Prescott Police Department, Prescott Valley Police Department, … [Read more...] about Discarded Syringes: A Dangerous Byproduct of the Drug Epidemic
Robotic-Arm Assisted Surgery Launches New Era
The Quad Cities’ first robotic-arm assisted surgery took place at Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) in Prescott on Jan. 26. The successful operation – a knee replacement – was performed by Jason Weisstein, M.D., MPH, FACS, an orthopedic surgeon at Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Group (YRMG). “As the Quad Cities’ first robotic-arm assisted surgery, this is a medical milestone,” said YRMC Chief Medical Officer Anthony Torres, M.D., FACP. “Going forward, we’re … [Read more...] about Robotic-Arm Assisted Surgery Launches New Era
Drafting Prescott’s Water Policy
For the past several months, Prescott City Council and the Water Issues subcommittee have been working with staff to draft a revised water policy that will meet the needs of our current users and create a sensible plan for growth in Prescott for years to come. Water use is a primary concern for many of our residents. How we use and conserve water will have an impact on the entire Prescott region for many years to come. There are 24 points to the policy. Here are a few particularly important … [Read more...] about Drafting Prescott’s Water Policy
Coping with Stress
Stress is a natural part of life. The expressions are familiar to us: “I’m stressed out,” “I’m under too much stress,” or “Work is one big stress.” Learning to cope with stress in a healthy way will make you, the people you care about and those around you become more resilient. Stress is hard to define because it means different things to different people; however, it’s clear that most stress is a negative feeling rather than a positive feeling. You may feel physical stress that is the result … [Read more...] about Coping with Stress
Getting to Know the New Owners of AZ Super Plumber
Welcome to “At Home with Tom and Sandy!” This month we are talking with William and Brielle Gagnon, new owners of AZ Super Plumber. So, keep reading, and enjoy a cool “Heir Apparent” local family story. When parents own a business, children often find themselves starting to work at a very young age. In the construction business, this can mean developing character through tough manual labor at the bottom of the rung. It can also mean perks like playing with real bulldozers or tagging along … [Read more...] about Getting to Know the New Owners of AZ Super Plumber
Caring for Animals: It’s Who We Are
Caring for animals is not just what we do, it’s who we are. People often ask us, “Isn’t it hard to work at Yavapai Humane Society?” Our answer is “sometimes,” but for the most part, I can tell you, it’s the most rewarding job we’ve ever had! We all come to work every day with one mission, and that is to care for and love these animals so we can find them their forever homes. We all love these animals as if they were our own and it shows in the smiles on our faces when we see them find their new … [Read more...] about Caring for Animals: It’s Who We Are
What to Know Before Seeing Your Doctor About Dizziness
Dizziness can be an extremely frightening symptom to have. It may slowly build up or hit you all at once. Sometimes you may feel a “whoosh” of dizziness that leaves as quickly at it came. Studies have shown that 24% of the population over 72 years of age has dizziness or imbalance. This article will help you understand the different types of sensations you can have and what to jot down before you contact your physician. The more specific awareness you have of your symptoms, the better … [Read more...] about What to Know Before Seeing Your Doctor About Dizziness