What’s the fastest-growing crime in the U.S.? I’ll give you a clue. It’s completely invisible and it can overwhelm you in seconds: cybercrime. Here are some statistics: There were 5.5 million cybercrimes committed last year: 52% of the breaches featured hacking; 28% involved malware; 32%-33% included phishing or social engineering. And cybercriminals are becoming smarter by the day. They target all businesses, all the time. They are using intelligent automated tools to find weaknesses in … [Read more...] about Guarding Against Cybercrime
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Welcoming a New Season with Events
One of the best parts of 2021 has been the return of so many of our great special events here in Prescott. As we’ve begun to return to a sense of normalcy and venturing out to enjoy local restaurants and shops, we’ve also started seeing many more friendly faces at events in the community. Children are back in school and the days are beginning to feel a bit crisper each morning, which means that we’ll be welcoming changing leaves and fall soon enough as well. With the changing of the seasons, … [Read more...] about Welcoming a New Season with Events
Northern Arizona’s First Cognitive Assessment, Support Clinic Opens
A lost set of keys, a missed dental appointment, forgetting the name of an acquaintance – these may be signs of normal aging. Coupled with other symptoms, however, they may also signal the start of dementia or other conditions that could be mistaken for dementia early on – amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), depression, Parkinson’s disease or even a small stroke. These “neurocognitive conditions” all affect a person’s ability to think and reason. They also can’t be diagnosed with a simple … [Read more...] about Northern Arizona’s First Cognitive Assessment, Support Clinic Opens
Enjoy a Brighter Fall Garden in Five September Steps
August is the hottest month in the gardens. Vegetable and flower gardeners delight in the bounty the heat and monsoon rain offers. Others long for the calm, cool autumn nights for which Arizona is so famous. September is a transition month with some critical garden needs at hand. Keeping up with fall maintenance assures both the health of your garden in spring and a shorter maintenance list later. September starts a season of change with the most pleasant mountain weather. The hot summer days … [Read more...] about Enjoy a Brighter Fall Garden in Five September Steps
Preventing Suicide
Suicide is one of the fastest-growing epidemics around the world. Approximately 44,000 people in the U.S. alone commit suicide each year, with an average of 123 suicides each day. It’s the 10th leading cause of death in America – second leading for ages 25-34, and third leading for ages 15-24. In order to create awareness and strengthen the fight against suicide, September is National Suicide Prevention Month. In recent years, society has become more open and receptive to … [Read more...] about Preventing Suicide
Using the Three Bucket Retirement Strategy
After many years of hard work and diligent saving for retirement, many struggle with the fear that they will outlive their nest egg. Or, perhaps worse, that the financial systems will collapse. So what does one do? Plan! It is my belief that the Three Bucket Retirement Strategy will both guard against adverse market conditions and grow your nest egg so that your money will outlast you. Laying the Groundwork Before the Three Bucket Retirement Strategy can be implemented, you will need … [Read more...] about Using the Three Bucket Retirement Strategy
Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Group Welcomes New Orthopedic Surgeon
Accomplished orthopedic surgeon Greg S. Keller, M.D., FABOS recently joined Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Group (YRMG), Orthopedic Surgery in Prescott. YRMG Orthopedic Surgery is one of 27 primary and specialty medical practices operated by Dignity Health, YRMG throughout the Quad Cities. “Serving the orthopedic surgery needs of people in Yavapai County is a priority for Yavapai Regional Medical Group,” said Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) Director of … [Read more...] about Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Group Welcomes New Orthopedic Surgeon
The Importance of the Age-Old Business Card
Business cards are important for people in business. Don’t make the mistake of poo-pooing them as old school and outdated. Cards are a seemingly small piece of the business puzzle, but a key ingredient to successful business networking. Many young people view the business card as a relic from the past and unnecessary. Others know the value of cards but forget to carry them. Before going out, reload your wallet with as many as you can fit. Business cards are an extension of you and your … [Read more...] about The Importance of the Age-Old Business Card
Exploring Hearing Loss, Dementia, Social Isolation, Loneliness
Hearing loss occurs in all age groups. According to the National Institutes of Health, hearing loss is found in three out of 1,000 children in one or both ears. In adults, the number of people reporting trouble hearing is one in eight people, or 13%, in the United States. The Link Between Hearing and Dementia According to a recent Johns Hopkins study that tracked more than 600 adults for 12 years, it was evident that even a mild hearing loss doubled dementia risk. Moderate hearing loss … [Read more...] about Exploring Hearing Loss, Dementia, Social Isolation, Loneliness
Understanding the Value of a Good Reputation
Can enough importance be placed on reputation? It is paramount in almost any aspect of life. Your personal reputation and integrity affect just about everything you do, from your social circle to your professional life. It is the same with business. As business professionals, your company’s reputation should be at the very top of your list of goals and aspirations. Of course, every business owner wants to be highly regarded; however, your reputation goes further than that. Your business … [Read more...] about Understanding the Value of a Good Reputation