Gary Hammond The American Diabetes Association believes that 12 million Americans over age 65 have diabetes — that’s 25% or one in four of us! Medicare feels the problem is so great that it has funded a special free education program by certified trainers — the Diabetes Education Empowerment Program, or DEEP. For SaddleBrooke residents…
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Clubs & Classes, December 2017
Stroke/Neuro Support Group
Myra Knapp Are you caring for a loved one who has stroke, dementia, Parkinson’s disease or another neurological condition or movement disorder? Or are you your own caregiver? Members of the Stroke/Neuro Support Group understand that caregivers may need an outlet and an opportunity to share concerns and solutions in a supportive atmosphere. Monthly…
Generals, December 2017
Mental illness: what you need to know
Leslie Fore Mental health problems are very common. One in five American adults and youth are affected by mental illness. The Santa Catalina Catholic Church Social Awareness and Justice Ministry is hosting an educational forum on mental illness called Understanding Mental Illness: Together We Can Make A Difference on January 28, 2018 from 1:00 to…
Clubs & Classes, December 2017
Tai Chi is the perfect training practice as we age
Carol Emerson Practicing the ancient martial art of Tai Chi is so beneficial to us as we get “a little older” that it should be “the preferred mode of training,” according to scientists. Researchers have found that older people who regularly performed the traditional Chinese mind and body technique were less likely to suffer falls…
Clubs & Classes, November 2017
Elisabeth Wheeler honored by SaddleBrooke Hiking Club
Dave Corrigan Each year at our fall hiking club picnic we honor an individual for contributions that person has made to the club within the last year. For 2107 we have chosen Elisabeth Wheeler for this honor. Elisabeth is currently serving as the steward of the Oracle Passage of the Arizona National Scenic Trail. She,…
Clubs & Classes, November 2017
Stroke/Neuro Support Group
Myra Knapp Are you caring for a loved one who has stroke, dementia, Parkinson’s disease or another neurological condition or movement disorder? Or are you your own caregiver? Members of the Stroke/Neuro Support Group understand that caregivers may need an outlet and an opportunity to share concerns and solutions in a supportive atmosphere. Our next…
Generals, November 2017
Health Night Out presents Dr. Gordon Gardo – Radiation Oncologist
Dolores Robu On Monday, November 27, at 7:00 p.m., SaddleBrooke Health and Wellness will treat you to a most informative talk by radiation oncologist, Dr. Gordon Grado. Dr. Grado has an incredible history of successful treatment of prostate cancer. During the past few years, Dr. Grado has experienced success in treating many other types of…
Clubs & Classes, November 2017
It’s not how long you live; it’s how well you live!
Jeanne Ragan I think we all want to live better lives, with health, meaning and love – dying young, as old as possible! We can achieve this by: Choosing whole-foods, plant-based way of eating; Practicing stress management – doing yoga, tai chi, and meditation; enjoying moderate exercise; maintaining social support In other words, eat well,…
Clubs & Classes, November 2017
It’s time to begin Tai Chi
Carol Emerson Tai Chi is an ancient system of exercise that originated in the Taoist temples of China over 2000 years ago. The monks of the temples developed Tai Chi as a way to keep themselves physically fit while spending many hours in meditation and also as a means (they hoped) to obtain longevity, even…
Features, November 2017
2 Your Health: Whats the best treatment for lower back pain?
Dr. Craig W. Brue Lower back pain is the single leading cause of disability worldwide. The American Chiropractic Association confirms that 80% of the population will experience back problems at some time in their life. Back pain, though associated with those in their older years, can impact anyone at any age. Even kids experience back…