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Smith: Sleep – it’s a big deal!

On average, adults need about 7-9 hours of sleep. Researchers say people can survive longer without food than without sleep! It’s a time for...
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Maricopa Seniors donate laryngoscopes to Fire Dept.

The City of Maricopa Fire/Medical Department has received a donation of four video laryngoscopes, devices used for intubation, from the Maricopa Seniors organization. Maricopa Fire/Medical...

2nd COVID-19 testing blitz scheduled

A second COVID-19 testing blitz will be held in Maricopa. That event is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 1, according to Kristina Donnay, the medical director...

Local hospital names new medical director

Exceptional Healthcare appointed Dr. Paul Gilbert as the new medical director at Exceptional Community Hospital in Maricopa.   “Driven by a commitment to exceptional patient care,...
Ignacio Valdez (foreground) and Gary Fields of Prestige Landscaping plant oleanders in 103-degree heat. [Bryan Mordt]

Laboring in the heat

In a rapidly growing city, progress takes no summer vacation. Many toil under a blazing sun or in stifling conditions. Drill operators, roofers, landscapers,...

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...

Grocers get clean bill of health from food inspectors

  Pinal County health inspectors checked out Maricopa’s main grocery stores during the time period June 16-July 15 and found no violations. EXCELLENT Bashas’ Bashas’ – AFC...

Ultherapy the gold-standard of anti-aging

By Kristina Donnay, FNP-C As we age we loose collagen causing wrinkles, loose skin and sagging. Ultherapy is the gold standard in anti-aging treatments. Ultherapy is a...

ADHS reports state’s 8th coronovirus death, 35 cases in Pinal County

  The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) has updated the community transmission level of COVID-19 in Arizona to widespread. Widespread transmission indicates that cases...

MUSD sets start date for new school year

  Maricopa Unified School District will begin school July 30. The school year will begin online with two different virtual academies. A 6-12 Virtual Academy, which...

Business community ‘all in’ for new normal

  By Fran Lyons During unparalleled and uncertain times of the coronavirus pandemic, Maricopa businesses, like the community at large, adopted the phrase, “We are all...

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...

TRUE ABA helps those with Autism Spectrum Disorder thrive

TRUE ABA opened its doors in Gig Harbor, WA, in 2017, providing home-, community-and school-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) treatment for children and adults...
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Kristina Donnay, the nurse who stepped up on COVID-19 testing

When Kristina Donnay took it upon herself in April to provide coronavirus testing in Maricopa, she didn’t anticipate working weeks on end in the...

Kids Day Maricopa brings fun to safety, wellness this Saturday

Saturday is the ninth annual Kids Day Maricopa, promoting health, safety and environmental awareness. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YpYv4dygTjg Dr. John A. Donohue and May Donohue will host and coordinate...

Opioid Epidemic Part 4: Recovery & Rehabilitation

  Opioid addicts seeking rehabilitation have numerous options for treatment.Twelve-step programs are the largest common denominator of long-term recovery programs. The support network Advocates for Opioid...

After more COVID cases, 245 at MHS in quarantine

Two days after Maricopa Unified School District had to close down an elementary school, three new cases of COVID-19 were reported at the high...
Burnout can cause many negative symptoms that impact our daily lives.

How to combat burnout

The last few years have been challenging, to say the least. Politics, pandemics, inflation and so many other things — situations most of us...

5 years of health and wellness

Five years ago, Maricopa Wellness Center embarked upon a mission to enhance our community’s health and wellbeing. We went from offering the first laser...

Leading Edge Maricopa to offer breakfast, lunch programs

Leading Edge Academy Maricopa will participate in the School Breakfast Program and National School Lunch Program. As part of the program, the school will offer...
Harriet Phelps

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...

Opinion: Councilmember supports violation of stay-at-home order

Editor's Note: InMaricopa.com is publishing the author's letter to city councilmembers, and copied to local media, in the interest of transparency. As we prepared...
Vice Mayor Nancy Smith

Too much spread, too little vaccine, health director tells city council

Significant community spread of COVID-19 remains a problem and there's not enough vaccine to coming to Pinal County right now to help suppress it,...

County health directors provide latest on coronavirus (VIDEO)

HIGHLIGHTS from today's press conference with Pinal County Health Services Director Dr. Shauna McIsaac and Maricopa County Medical Director for Disease Control Dr. Rebecca...
Exceptional Healthcare Hospital

‘Hospital’ sign on SR 347 hints at future development

When a signboard went up Monday on John Wayne Parkway announcing a “community hospital” coming soon, eyebrows were raised at City Hall. Exceptional Healthcare posted...

Copper Sky Aquatic Center to open more pools, with limits

After the previous opening of the lap pool, more features at Copper Sky Aquatic Center are set to open May 30 starting at 1...

Governor’s orders on COVID-19, so far

From State of Emergency to telemedicine, the gubernatorial executive orders since March 11 cover a wide assortment of issues that have arisen from the...

Therapists, counselors join to provide veteran support groups

Kent and Chrystal O'Jon, founders of Maricopa Veterans Care Center (MVCC), an international 5013c, have announced a partnership for veteran counseling with MVCC board...
Dr. Alex Stewart Podiatrist

Podiatrist: Prevent this common foot ailment

By Dr. Alex M. Stewart DPM, FACFAS Dr. Stewart of Maricopa Foot and Ankle Center is board-certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle...
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey

Ducey tells residents to ‘stay home’ – but no new order

Stay home to prevent the spread of coronavirus, Gov. Doug Ducey implored residents on Thursday, stopping short of re-instituting an order to enforce that...
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