Hikers often misjudge Grand Canyon treks, says Dr. Tom Myers of North Country Healthcare. “They either overestimate what they think they can do or underestimate the wilderness.” Myers discussed heat illness and hyponatremia, a condition that occurs when the level of sodium in the blood is too … [Read more...] about Preparing for Hikers, High Heat at Grand Canyon
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Matching Doctors, Pharmacists to Rural Communities
Statistics from the Arizona Department of Health Services show that Arizona is ranked 38th in the nation in the number of primary care providers per 100,000, and an additional 605 primary care physicians are needed to bridge the gap. For more vulnerable populations in the state, such as those in … [Read more...] about Matching Doctors, Pharmacists to Rural Communities
Flagstaff ATHENA Anne Newland Recognized for Leadership Through Pandemic
Dr. Anne Newland is the 2021 ATHENA Award recipient, an honor sponsored by the Greater Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce. She has been serving as North Country HealthCare CEO since December 2015. Prior to that, she served as the chief medical officer. Under her leadership, Dr. Newland developed the … [Read more...] about Flagstaff ATHENA Anne Newland Recognized for Leadership Through Pandemic
