As 2016 gets started, it’s a great time to remember the importance of family and friends and look ahead to setting new goals for living a happy and healthy life. The health care landscape in America has certainly changed over the last several years, with more changes and more uncertainly around … [Read more...] about ‘Gently,’ ‘Wisely’ Philosophy Guiding Radiation Tests
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The Affordable Care Act: A Look Back at the Impact of the Law
On March 23, 2010, President Obama signed into law the Affordable Care Act (ACA), and since then, nearly every aspect of health insurance has changed. Some of the changes have been very positive; others have not. I thought this would be a good time to evaluate those changes, both positive and … [Read more...] about The Affordable Care Act: A Look Back at the Impact of the Law
Understanding the Professionalism of Youth Sports
As the total number of children who participate in sport continues to increase, so, too, has the number of those children who are specializing in a single sport. There is no doubt that focused, deliberate sport-specific practice and years of dedication are required to achieve excellence in both … [Read more...] about Understanding the Professionalism of Youth Sports
Goodwill Helps Individual with Disability Transform through the Power of Work – and a Haircut
The fashion designer Coco Chanel is credited with saying that a woman who cuts her hair is about to change her life. It turns out that Chanel’s take on the transformative power of a new ‘do applies to men, too. Take 20-year-old Jonah Bullard, who recently landed a job at Walmart with a little … [Read more...] about Goodwill Helps Individual with Disability Transform through the Power of Work – and a Haircut
How Physical Therapy Can Help Pelvic Pain, Incontinence, Musculoskeletal Disorders
Incontinence, pelvic pain, pregnancy-related and post-partum-related musculoskeletal disorders are a part of daily life for many people. However, there is help for these disorders. Skilled physical and occupational therapists specially trained in these areas can work with patients to develop … [Read more...] about How Physical Therapy Can Help Pelvic Pain, Incontinence, Musculoskeletal Disorders
Changing the Sign Code Again
In October 2014, the Flagstaff City Council adopted updated sign standards that made it easier for local businesses to use temporary signs to promote special sales or seasonal events. After a long process with lots of public input, city staff and the Council thought we were done and had found the … [Read more...] about Changing the Sign Code Again
Lawmakers Considering County Budgets
The 2016 legislative session at the Arizona State Legislature is underway, and the state budget and legislative proposals affecting Coconino County residents are being debated by lawmakers. We are hopeful that the session will lead to good solutions for counties. While there were many successes … [Read more...] about Lawmakers Considering County Budgets
Why Market Timing Does Not Work
Few words characterize today’s financial markets like uncertainty. When overseas economic issues can rob investors of months of gains and speeches by Federal Reserve officials cause markets to flip-flop unpredictably, investors are left wondering what they should do. In an attempt to make … [Read more...] about Why Market Timing Does Not Work
Spoil the One You Love This Valentine’s Day
Love is in the air. While Valentine’s Day can be seen as cliché – with teddy bears, chocolates and roses galore – it’s always nice to stand out and give that special someone a first. Don’t stick to the usual dinner routine at a local restaurant, get creative this year and make Valentine’s Day … [Read more...] about Spoil the One You Love This Valentine’s Day
Understanding Benefits of the Lyric Hearing Aid
The Lyric is a hearing aid that is housed inside the ear canal for extended periods of time. No need to change a battery or put the hearing aid in a recharging device at night. All you need to do is go to your audiologist and ask to try a pair of them! Discreet Amplification The most … [Read more...] about Understanding Benefits of the Lyric Hearing Aid