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 … [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 … [Read more...] about The Trinity of Hearing: Part One, The Family
County Employees Giving Back
Coconino County’s annual United Way fundraising campaign is off to a terrific start. I am extremely proud of the contributions by our caring, smart and compassionate Coconino County employees. Our employees have supported the United Way of Northern Arizona for years, helping the organization … [Read more...] about County Employees Giving Back
Downtown Parking Meters Resurrected
You may remember that in Cool Hand Luke, Paul Newman was sent to prison for cutting the heads off of parking meters. An indication that parking meters are not popular. You may also remember that Flagstaff had parking meters downtown. Then, the downtown merchants figured the meters were pushing … [Read more...] about Downtown Parking Meters Resurrected
Balancing College and Retirement
Are you faced with the dilemma of saving for your own retirement while at the same time trying to put money away for a child’s college education? How do you pursue both goals? How do you determine which is more important or what path to take? If this hard choice sounds familiar, you’re not alone. … [Read more...] about Balancing College and Retirement
Flagstaff Just Keeps Getting Sweeter
Thanks to the good taste of local entrepreneurs, Flagstaff residents and visitors are indulging in the rich, warm, decadent goodness of pies, cakes and pastries, and considering some sweet ideas for holiday gifts. Jacqueline Rose Cakery This cake-centered bakery is a dream come true … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Just Keeps Getting Sweeter
Understanding the Link Between Medications and Cavities
I was speaking to my dad (who lived in Chicago) the other day and he was telling me about some issues he was having issues with his mouth being dry all the time. It got me thinking that it is a discussion I have often with patients. There are numerous health conditions that can lead to dry mouth but … [Read more...] about Understanding the Link Between Medications and Cavities
Lumberjacks Giving Thanks
Our thoughts turn to thankfulness as the colorful leaves and crisp mountain air of Flagstaff remind us that this year is coming to a close. What a year it has been! NAU has accomplished new goals, and laid paths to achieve even more. We are opening our doors to more students and working to … [Read more...] about Lumberjacks Giving Thanks
A Moment in Flagstaff History
One of the joys of a building that reaches back to Flagstaff’s earliest beginnings is uncovering pieces of the past. Once in a while, a guest enters the historic Weatherford Hotel with an old photograph and a story that transports us to the Old West. Jeff Dumas visited recently with this picture … [Read more...] about A Moment in Flagstaff History
ARIZONA IS NOW OPEN FOR SKIING!
After mountain crews worked around the clockmaking snow as conditions permitted, Arizona Snowbowl officialsannounced the ski resort is opening at 10am today, Saturday, Nov. 19with its new lift, the Grand Canyon Express, high-speed six-personlift. The Grand Canyon Express is Snowbowl’s first … [Read more...] about ARIZONA IS NOW OPEN FOR SKIING!