Preventing Broken Bones

Preventing Broken Bones

DEXA exams provide critical information about bone loss JoAnn spends every weekend possible hiking. She’s trekked the Grand Canyon five times and has explored hiking trails throughout Arizona. That’s why she was surprised when a bone density scan revealed she had...
Unlocking Fat-Burning Potential

Unlocking Fat-Burning Potential

Four factors that help maintain healthy blood sugar … and one easy way to make the most of them  By Dr. Emilie Wilson, Owner, Sanos Wellness “What’s the connection between blood sugar and weight loss?” Healthy blood sugar levels are so essential to weight loss. Inside...
‘I Show People How Powerful They Are’

‘I Show People How Powerful They Are’

Local gym owner cultivates connections to inspire and empower people to create lasting change By Hilary Dartt Leanne Shearer believes she’s exactly where she is supposed to be, doing what she’s supposed to do: helping people change the trajectory of their lives. “I...
Seven Ways to Love your Brain

Seven Ways to Love your Brain

 Local expert shares tips for improving and maintaining brain health Like every part of your body, your brain responds to healthy behaviors, according to Christina Gettens, DNP, AGNP-C, Dementia Care Specialist at Dignity Health Yavapai Regional Medical Group (YRMG),...
She’s Got Heart!

She’s Got Heart!

Dignity Health Yavapai Regional Medical Center’s 2022 Physician of the Year Treats Patients as Family … and Has Helped Grow the James Family Heart Center’s Programs Soundos Moualla, MD, FACC, FSCAI – Dignity Health Yavapai Regional Medical Center’s 2022 Physician of...
Truth About Losing Weight, Even on Thyroid Medication

Truth About Losing Weight, Even on Thyroid Medication

Local doctor provides tips for uncovering the real cause of weight gain and reveals simple habits for dropping extra pounds It’s a common question doctors hear from patients: “I’m taking thyroid medication, but I’m still not losing weight. What’s going on?” Weight...