Carol Emerson Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese exercise consisting of a series of individual dance-like movements that flow smoothly from one to another in a sequence. When it is performed, Tai Chi integrates elements of movement, mind, and breath, making it a mind-directed moving exercise. All movements involve weight-bearing and non-weight-bearing stances, correct…
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Clubs & Classes, June 2018
SaddleBrooke Stroke/Neuro Support Group notice
Myra Knapp We are caregivers. Our purpose is to share information and to support the efforts of those who, like us, are caring for a friend or loved one who has had a stroke or is living with any neurological disorder. Caregivers can find themselves giving mental, emotional and physical support all day, every…
Generals, May 2018
Health Night Out presents: Dr. David J. Martin
Dolores Robu Health Night Out presents: Dr. David J. Martin, Orthopedic Surgeon, widely considered the premiere specialist in the total joint replacement of knees and hips in southern Arizona on Monday, May 26 at 7:00 p.m. at the MountainView Ballroom. Dr. David Martin, MD, is an orthopedic surgery specialist in Tucson, AZ (five-star, according…
Features, May 2018
2 Your Health: Seniors benefit from chiropractic care
Craig W. Brue, D.C. The above is the headline of a health article that appeared in the Herald Online, a publication that serves the Twin Cities area. The health release notes; “Seniors who utilize chiropractic care experience fewer symptomatic chronic conditions, experience fewer days in hospitals and nursing homes and have more mobility than…
Features, May 2018
Why K+ is an A-plus nutrient
Nancy Teeter, RDN K+ is the chemical symbol for potassium, a vital nutrient in human nutrition. My article in last month’s paper focused on the role of sodium in blood pressure regulation and listed five tips to help reduce sodium intake. I also briefly touched on potassium’s role in blood pressure management. My goal…
Generals, April 2018
Health Night Out – April 23 – Gastroesophageal Reflux: More than heartburn?
Phyllis Ketring Health Night Out presents Dr. Larissa Allen, Gastroenterologist on April 23 at 7:00 p.m. Between 25–40 percent of Americans of all ages suffer from acid reflux and 20 percent suffer from a more severe form commonly called GERD. Why do so many people experience these agitating, often persistent, symptoms of indigestion? When…
Features, April 2018
Nutrition tips for healthy blood pressure
Nancy Teeter, RDN According to new health statistics nearly half of all adults in the United States have unhealthy blood pressure levels, and this condition is the most common cause of cardiovascular disease-related deaths. Smoking tobacco, being sedentary, drinking too much alcohol, and being overweight all increase the risk of elevated blood pressure. In…
Generals, April 2018
Save the date for Health Fair
Phyllis Ketring, Publicity Coordinator Health Fair 2018 will be Saturday morning, October 13. This is always a popular event and 2018 should be no exception. Details on exhibitors will be available later this year. Expect to see the immunization providers, skin cancer screening, eye exams and more. The Health Fair is one of the…
Features, April 2018
2 Your Health: Medical research confirms that chiropractic helps migraines
Dr. Craig W. Brue, DC Migraines are extremely painful headaches that are sometimes accompanied by other symptoms such as visual disturbances, auras, and nausea. This then comes as no surprise to find that some people who experience migraines use methods like aromatherapy to help them relax and manage the pain better than before. With the…
Generals, March 2018
Prescription drug drop-off program schedule
Esta Goldstein Pinal County Sheriff’s SaddleBrooke Substation allows you to safely dispose of your out-of-date or unused prescriptions or over the counter drugs; and sharp instruments (i.e. needles, syringe, etc) can now be dropped off, too. Drop offs are on the second Friday of each month from 10:00 a.m.-noon and on the fourth Tuesday…