Women's Wellness

Self-defense is a skill anyone can and should attain, according to Scott Shephard, owner of Fundamental Martial Arts (FMA).

“Everyone is capable of improving their ability to protect themselves,” he said. “Learning self-defense is a great alternative or addition to regular fitness programs.”

Local runners Cindy Rollins and Jessica Leary have been friends since they met through a local running club in January 2011. They ran a 31-mile steady hill climb, the Crown King Scramble 50K, together this past March, finishing in 8 hours and 37 minutes. Both women recently shared what running means to them and what they’ve learned from it.

Screens and social media are everywhere. From virtual school assignments to viral videos on YouTube, our children are experiencing more screen time than ever before.

According to Common Sense Media, children ages eight to 18 engage in some form of media technology – smartphones, tablets or computers – an average of nine hours a day. In an increasingly digital world it’s important that parents set safe boundaries and encourage the development of a healthy relationship with social media.

“Lupies” Share What it’s Like to Experience this Lifelong Disease By Rakini Chinery To understand what living with Lupus is like, a person must first know what it is. Many people have never heard of Lupus, and since science hasn’t been able to figure out a cause, let...

Most moms-to-be can’t wait until their baby bumps begin to show. For many pregnant women, however, the swelling doesn’t stop at the abdomen. Many wonder, “Who switched my legs for these misshapen, bruised-looking legs that throb and ache?”

Dr. Pamela Lusk: Nurturing Healthy Bodies and Minds at Ponderosa Pediatrics It was during one of her final nursing program rotations – when future registered nurses gain true-life experience in specialized clinical settings – that Pamela Lusk, PMHNP-BC, FAANP,...

Bellezza Healthcare introduces the Plasma Pen, a non-invasive skin rejuvenation technique with myriad benefits By Edie Morgan What’s a girl to do? If you are tired of reading articles about new ways to rejuvenate your body, you're not the only one! There are so many...

The Non-Surgical Facelift Now Available in Northern Arizona Dr. Kaveh Karandish (also known as Dr. K.) and his team are delighted to introduce the non-surgical facelift to their cosmetic arsenal. Officially known as the “PDO Thread,” the non-surgical facelift creates...

Seven Steps to Your Reduce Your Personal Risk for Breast Cancer There is a lot of information about breast cancer risk, prevention, and detection. But, how do you know what’s best for your long-term breast health? The experts at the BreastCare Center at Yavapai...

Partners in Health Care, Naturally, strives to provide individualized, integrative care in a professional, nurturing environment By Susan Godman, NMD When I started Partners in Health Care, Naturally in 1999, I envisioned an integrative medical clinic where a team of...

Patients report life changing procedure that improves incontinence, dryness, and sex By Edie Morgan, Certified Womens Health NP, Certified Nurse Midwife, and owner of Bellezza Healthcare Vaginal rejuvenation isn’t just a fad; it offers several life-changing health...

Including Support from a Registered Dietitian By Joanna Dodder Nellans • Photo by Trisha Shaffer H olding strong to the belief that a balanced approach is essential to a healthy lifestyle, Krupnick Healthcare, LLC in Prescott includes a dietitian and fitness trainer...