American Heart Month: Taking care of your ticker
The first American Heart Month was marked in February 1964 following President Lyndon B. Johnson’s proclamation on Dec. 30, 1963. At that time, more...
Koczor: Step into new year with lessons learned from pandemic
Every great tragedy leaves its mark. WWII. The Great Depression followed the stock market crash in 1929 and lasted 10 years. The attack on...
Siegel: Preparing for rapid technological development
There are many difficult challenges facing the United States, yet one vital problem receives little coverage by politicians or the media — the growing...
3 plants to make your spirits bloom
By Harriet Phelps
The winter weather conditions outside do not matter if you have a blooming plant. I need only light and a blooming plant...
Aging-in-place: Time for the rest of the story
Over the past year, I’ve focused on reviewing recommended checklists to improve the physical setup of your home for aging-in-place. COVID-19 has helped reinforce...
Siegel: Rewarding responsible behaviors in elementary students
This is the second of a two-part report on the lack of responsibility displayed by elementary school students. Input was obtained by querying educators...
Mistletoe: 1,300 species and a holiday tradition
By Beth Sulek-LaHousse
Everyone has heard that if you stand with a loved one under mistletoe you are supposed to kiss that person, but where...
A second COVID-19 wave? Seniors should prepare now
With the holidays upon us, the biggest threat to our health is another wave of COVID-19 cases. We already know our generation is the...
Be Awesome: Ways for families to stay connected, stay thankful
By Harriet Phelps, PsyD
It is time to be thankful. We all may be missing something from the impact of the COVID virus. Its effects...
Master gardener: Deep watering under the canopy
By Harriet Phelps
As in all things, 2020 this has been an unforgettable year for high heat and drought. The “non”soon did not produce any...
Plumber: Maintenance helps to extend life of water heater
By Terry Leamon
Do you wonder if water heater flushes are necessary? Do you do regular maintenance on your water heater? Well, if not, you...
How will apartments impact Maricopa’s real estate market?
All housing studies completed in Maricopa have shown the need for multi-family housing, mostly known as apartments. The City’s goal is to have 5,000...
Siegel: Teaching responsibility in elementary school
Readers of this column may remember a primary academic goal in elementary school was learning the three R's – Readin’, Ritin’ and Rithmetic. Today, a fourth R is required: Responsibility. Several educators...
5 tips to avoid falls, including over your pets
Most of us can’t live without our cats and dogs, but sometimes they literally just get in the way.
About 85,000 people suffer nonfatal injuries...
Seniors, avoid bone fractures by taking preventive steps
Every year, seniors fall and break their hips or other bones and then face serious potential illnesses and possibly death as a result. The...
CPA: Comparing tax plans of presidential candidates
By Chris J. Scoggin, CPA
As of this writing, we are less than three weeks away from the presidential election. So, by the time you...
What a tuition-free college would actually look like
Some politicians promise to deliver a free college education – actually it is a tuition-free public college education.
Notice it is a college education not...
Senior designs for safely entering, exiting your house
When considering safety factors to adapt your home as you grow older, look for good visibility, excellent lighting, accessibility and no trip hazards. Be...
Senior advocate: New health technology a boon
The healthcare industry is evolving, thanks to policy changes, societal shifts and technological advances.
New technologies like telemedicine have grown to a staggering degree during...
A love-hate relationship with oleanders
If oleanders are toxic, why do we have so many of them growing in Maricopa? Here’s the scoop on the good, the bad and...
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...
Master Gardener Orchard Project shows what can be done
By Roger Lawrence
The Maricopa Master Gardeners broke ground Sept. 18, 2018, on a new demonstration and teaching orchard to be planted in front of...
Realtor: Shortage of homes for sale strains supply of rentals
Everybody is talking about the seller’s market for real estate sales in Maricopa, but what happens to the local rental market at the same...
Beecroft: Patient care is highest priority
By Dr. C. Jon Beecroft, Maricopa Foot and Ankle
My patients frequently ask how COVID-19 has changed medicine. My answer to patients may not be...
Technology helping more seniors age at home
By Al Brandenburg
Americans are living longer, and most would prefer to age in their own home and community, rather than going to a hospital...
Random studies: why vaccines need math
A previous column provided details of an investigative report that contrasted the secondary mathematics curriculum of the United States vs. European schools, and how...
Hot! Hot! Hot! Gardening in July
By Al Brandenburg
Another year and again I am watching my plants wither in the 100-degree-plus heat. Gardening in Arizona in July can be difficult...
Independence Day is all about We the People
Many people see the Fourth of July as fireworks, pool parties and barbecues, but this American holiday is more than an object or activity.
The...
Koczor: Pets bring seniors unconditional love
According to the National Pet Owners Survey, more than 84 million homes in the United States have a pet. During COVID-19, pet adoption from...
Smith: Make your kitchen senior-friendly
Let’s make our living spaces easier on ourselves. Our older selves will thank us. We are going to start our room-by-room review in your...