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Doctor: What is a podiatrist?
What exactly is a podiatrist? The short answer is a foot and ankle specialist.
A podiatrist is a physician who has an undergraduate degree, a...
Teen mental-health festival coming in May
Teenagers and their families are invited to a mental-health festival at Maricopa’s Pacana Park in early May.
Express Fest, which runs 4-10 p.m. on Saturday,...
Pros, cons of long-term care insurance debated
Did you know someone turning 65 today has nearly a 70% chance of needing long-term care or support during their remaining years?
Last month, I...
What is infrared & how does it benefit your health?
Nature delivers infrared in sunlight. The sun emits a wide range of light, most of which is invisible. “Infrared” is the invisible light spectrum...
BRIAN SIMMONS: A look at Title 36
If an individual suffers a mental-health crisis and is unwilling to get voluntary help, as with Brian Simmons, an involuntary commitment process is available...
Continuing-care retirement communities worth a look
More than 2,000 continuing-care retirement communities exist nationally. They include all phases of senior living: independent, assisted, memory care and skilled nursing, packaged into...
Seeds of Change Gala supports domestic-violence shelter
Maricopa’s biggest social event is drawing near, and the chance to attend is growing smaller.
The 18th Annual Seeds of Change Gala is 6 p.m....
Arts festival at Maricopa High to benefit American Heart Association
The Maricopa High School Graphic Muse Club will host its fifth annual Art for the Heart Festival to benefit the American Heart Association on...
What collagen peptides mean to your well-being
Collagen is a special type of protein that accounts for as much as 30% of the body’s total protein. It’s a primary structural component...
Copper Sky, other fees to increase for 2023
Maricopa residents will pay more for recreation facilities, programs and services in 2023 at Copper Sky, the Maricopa Library & Cultural Center and Maricopa...
Ex-colleague: Brian Simmons you knew — mentally ill after workplace radiation exposure — not...
LETTER TO THE EDITOR
This is an open letter to the people of Maricopa who knew Brian Simmons or who followed his story.
I am Ralph...
Relay for Life draws survivors, families, supporters to battle breast cancer
08One in eight women in the U.S. and 2.3 million worldwide are diagnosed with breast cancer every year, according to the American Cancer Society.
In...
Best of Pinal County 2 years running
If you are looking for nonsurgical treatments to rejuvenate your skin and body, you’re not the only one. Countless Americans are, too, and with...
Is my relationship toxic?
Domestic violence (aka intimate partner violence, dating abuse or relationship abuse) is defined as a pattern of behaviors used by one partner to maintain...
Fire Prevention Week: Home-escape plan may save your life
You’re relaxing at home. Suddenly, you notice smoke billowing. Usually, it’s from the kitchen. By the time you see it, you might have only...
New hospital campus near Copper Sky park given rezoning to move forward
City Council this week unanimously approved rezoning land surrounding Copper Sky Regional Park for two proposed campuses – one for a hospital and one...
Koczor: Alzheimer’s, dementia, take huge toll on families, economy
September is World Alzheimer’s Month. This year’s theme — “Know Dementia, Know Alzheimer’s” — highlights the importance of support for those diagnosed with the...
Family nurse practitioner opens 2 practices under 1 roof
JoAnn Vitiello believes health care is for everyone.
Growing up in a household where it wasn’t always readily available, she understands the importance of proper...
Phelps: The pandemic’s emotional toll
School is in session and, hopefully, a routine has been established and the children are adjusting well. But there may be concerns that loom...
September is Suicide Prevention Month — and perfect time to learn signs, symptoms
Every 11 minutes, a person dies by suicide. In 2020, 45,979 individuals took their own life. Almost as many people who live in the...
Pinal Health detects West Nile virus in mosquitoes
The Pinal County Public Health Services District this week detected mosquitoes with the West Nile virus during routine seasonal surveillance.
It did not specify where...
DIM and why you need it
Even though you know a healthy diet should include lots of fruits and vegetables, are you getting enough of them?
Even with the best intentions,...
Monsoon storms bring dust, rain… and health dangers
By Carla Berg
Monsoon 2022 has arrived, and with it the promise of thunderstorms that will bring welcome rain. But the storms and the dust they...
Maricopa Foot and Ankle can help with pickleball injuries
Dr. Stewart, of Maricopa Foot and Ankle Center, is certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. He received his Doctorate of...
Mosquito fogging at Meadows Saturday
City Property, the Phoenix-based management company for the Maricopa Meadows Homeowners Association, will fog for mosquitoes in the community this weekend.
Bircher Exterminating will begin...
Developer: City’s 2nd hospital to open within 2 years
The city’s second hospital will be up and running within two years, according to a spokesman for the developer.
“We’re hoping for Planning & Zoning...
23,000-acre park to rise from mountains west of Maricopa
The legendary naturalist John Muir was an early advocate for preserving the wilderness of America.
Called the “Father of our National Parks,” he was passionate...
Best Moms InMaricopa winners do it all
Two words describe the three winners of 2022 Best Mom InMaricopa contest.
“Absolutely amazing,” declared Jim Carlisto of 72SOLD, a presenting sponsor for the contest....
Therapist: You matter
“Suck it up.” “It’s not that bad.” “Get over it.” “Stop being emotional.” These are phrases constantly thrown about in society in regards to...
Maricopa Wellness Center medical director answers common questions
Maricopa Wellness Center’s Medical Director, Kristina Donnay FNP-C, gets many emails asking aesthetic and wellness questions. We have decided to answer some of the...