Once the school year starts, mornings can start to feel like a race against time. You have to get everyone dressed, fed, and out the door in less time …
We all know how important it is to drink water, especially during Arizona’s hot summer months. Some of us are really good about drinking our eight cup …
Updated July 22, 2025 – North Country HealthCare has completed its investigation into the recent claim made by a ransomware group alleging unauthorize …
Once the school year starts, mornings can start to feel like a race against time. You have to get everyone dressed, fed, and out the door in less time than it takes your pot of coffee to brew. In that kind of everyday chaos, packing a healthy lunch can feel like an impossible task. We all know that balanced nutrition is one of the best tools for supporting your child’s learning and growth. But how do you actually make it happen? Here are some tips to make packing healthy lunches easier and more enjoyable for both you AND your kids: …
Measles is a highly contagious and potentially deadly disease with confirmed cases in 35 states, including Arizona. It can be dangerous, especially for babies and children. Complications include pneumonia (a lung infection), encephalitis (brain swelling), ear infections and other complications. According to the CDC, about 1 in 1,000 children with measles will develop encephalitis, which can cause permanent brain damage. It’s considered more contagious than the flu and COVID, spreading easily through coughing, sneezing, and even close conversation. If someone with measles breathes, coughs, or sneezes, the virus can linger in the air for up to two hours, making it …
If you’re age 45 or older, it’s time to schedule your colonoscopy. We know, it’s not really anyone’s idea of a good time, but colonoscopies are a powerful tool for preventing colorectal cancer, which is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States. The good news is that colon cancer is one of the most preventable types of cancer when caught early through screening. So while a colonoscopy might not be your favorite appointment to book, it could easily save your life. So why wait? What is a Colonoscopy? If you’ve never had a colonoscopy before, you …
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