Tag: health

Health Fair volunteers needed

Phyllis Ketring, Publicity Coordinator SaddleBrooke volunteers and residents have supported the annual Health Fair for 21 years and 2019 will mark the 22nd anniversary of this popular event. Health Fair 2019 will be held on Saturday morning, October 12. Volunteers work in 90-minute shifts so they can attend the fair exhibits themselves. There are many…

Health Night Out: Choosing a physical therapist

When the doctor hands you a prescription for physical therapy and sends you on your way, where do you start? What should you be looking for when it comes to finding a physical therapist? What distinguishes one physical therapist from another? What determines a successful physical therapy course of care? Learn the answer to these…

Prescription drug drop off May dates

Drop off unused prescription drugs on Tuesday, May 28, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. at Pinal County Sheriff’s Substation in Mini Mart near Bank of the West. Place pills in plastic bag. No containers, liquids, creams, needles or syringes can be accepted. Empty containers with labels removed can be dropped off at Compute Suite U or Dentistry…

Save the date for the Health Fair on October 12

Phyllis Ketring, Publicity Coordinator This year’s Health Fair will be Saturday, October 12, 9:00 a.m.–noon. Mark your calendars and encourage your traveling friends to return in time for the big day. The spirit of volunteerism is part of the fabric of SaddleBrooke and the Health Fair is one of the largest, volunteer-driven events in our…

Stroke/Neurological Support Group

We ask all who have the responsibility for another person’s health, well-being and safety over time to come to our meetings. You, who are the care-giver, need to be a part of a support group to help meet the demands of this difficult, stressful situation. Meeting: Friday, April 19, at 10:00 a.m. in Room 2…

Health Fair turns 22

Phyllis Ketring, Publicity Coordinator SaddleBrooke volunteers and residents have supported the annual Health Fair for 21 years and 2019 will mark the 22nd anniversary of this popular event. Health Fair 2019 will be Saturday morning, October 12. Over 100 volunteers make it possible for over 1000 residents to meet local healthcare providers, have their annual…

Flexibility, core strength and a lean body

TeriLee Olivier, ISSA Certified Fitness Trainer As a ftness professional, I like to teach my clients how to integrate barre isometric exercises into their workout routine to shed weight, gain muscle mass, build strength, increase flexibility, rehab from an injury or supplement your current fitness routine to help achieve a healthier lifestyle regardless of your…

What you need to know about gluten

Nancy Teeter, RDN Gluten-free (GF) diets are all the rage. Many people are confused about gluten, celiac disease and gluten sensitivity. Often, people believe that gluten-free products are healthier or that they may promote weight loss. My goal in writing this article is to replace misinformation with facts. What is gluten? Gluten is a protein…