A COVID long-hauler is someone who has a post-viral syndrome as a result of their COVID-19 infection. Long-haulers are not a new phenomenon; many people are long-haulers from influenza, cytomegalovirus, Epstein-Barr virus and other infections. I have spent more than a decade treating long-haulers, so treating COVID long-haulers is both comfortable and challenging. Since COVID is a unique virus, I am learning about its quirks and tricks while relying on my knowledge and experience with other … [Read more...] about Treating Long Haulers with a Naturopathic Approach
Helping an Addict Without Enabling
Addiction is tough, especially when it is a loved one going through it. You want to help them, because that’s what family members do, but that love and support may be harmful when someone is going through addiction. Bailing a family member out of jail over and over can prevent them from facing the consequences they may need to overcome their addiction. Giving money intended for food or rent can turn into the person having funds to buy more drugs. Telling their friends or employer the person … [Read more...] about Helping an Addict Without Enabling
What Happens When Hearing Loss Occurs in One Ear?
Hearing loss presents itself in a unique manner in each individual. Barring hereditary losses, each occurrence will be slightly varied. Some people will have a sensory loss, while others are conductive. Some will occur at birth, while others do not appear until late in life. One aspect that is sometimes glossed over is whether the hearing loss is bilateral or unilateral. Bilateral means the loss occurs in both ears, whereas unilateral is just one ear. Since the majority of hearing losses are … [Read more...] about What Happens When Hearing Loss Occurs in One Ear?
How Much Storage Space Do You Need?
Spring is upon us and it’s time to open the garage door, clean up, sweep out and finally park that car inside. Or, maybe you’ve discovered you need just a little more space in the apartment. Storage units tend be scarce in the summer because many NAU students store their dorm belongings and go home in May. So, now is the time to get going on your spring clean-up and determine how much more storage space you need. Your local storage facility can offer solutions. Here’s a guide to help: The … [Read more...] about How Much Storage Space Do You Need?
Don’t Be the One Who Says: ‘That Won’t Happen to Me’
Our normal day-to-day lives are risk-filled adventures that sometimes get out of hand. While we live in a society that provides us protection from much that can harm us, we crafty humans find ways around the protections all the time. Let’s talk about a few examples and what could or should have been done that would have prevented the event. I was cleaning my gun and it just went off! This is one of the most frequently occurring negligent discharges that often results in serious injuries or … [Read more...] about Don’t Be the One Who Says: ‘That Won’t Happen to Me’
Sure Signs You Have a Solid Concept for Your Business
Creating a business concept and seeing it through to its full fruition is one of the most rewarding professional experiences. But knowing if your idea is solid enough to stand on its own two feet is challenging if you’re unsure of what makes a business viable in the first place. Fortunately, we’re here to help you figure it out with these simple signs that your concept has what it takes to be successful. It Solves a Problem Businesses find the most success when their offerings solve an issue. … [Read more...] about Sure Signs You Have a Solid Concept for Your Business
Why Packaging Matters in Marketing Your Brand
Although you may not think much about the packaging of your products, it can make a huge difference. Learn why packaging matters in marketing your brand here. With this information, you can find greater success with your Arizona business. The Right Packaging Protects Your Product After all the trouble you’ve taken to perfect it by adding decorative details and creating a unique design, your product deserves to arrive to the consumer in perfect condition. With online sales soaring, you likely … [Read more...] about Why Packaging Matters in Marketing Your Brand
5 Ways Shipping Containers Are Used for Business
Shipping containers are more than just large vessels to carry freight. Learn the many ways shipping containers can be used for business and improve your business with these creative shipping container ideas. Trade Shows There are many reasons to invest in a shipping container for your trade show in Arizona. Shipping containers can be eye-catching enclosures for your trade show setup. Shipping containers are also incredibly customizable, so you can design a space that sets the right tone for … [Read more...] about 5 Ways Shipping Containers Are Used for Business
Limb Loss Awareness Month Can Save Lives
There are approximately 150,000 leg amputations every year in the U.S. that are not related to an accident. That number is staggering. However, awareness that it could happen to anyone, and being aware of the causes, can potentially save a limb. Poor circulation plays a role in more than half of all surgical amputations. Conditions like diabetes and peripheral artery disease (PAD) affect blood flow to the legs and feet, putting people at a higher risk of losing a limb. “If you have both PAD … [Read more...] about Limb Loss Awareness Month Can Save Lives
Discarded Syringes: A Dangerous Byproduct of the Drug Epidemic
Yavapai County has an opioid epidemic; we have for more than a decade. In 2021, the DEA singled out Yavapai County as a “hot spot” for opioid and illicit drug abuse and created an initiative called “Operation Engage” to help stop the abuse. Yavapai County is the fourth highest county in the state for overdose deaths. These deaths can happen in minutes and anywhere. Thankfully, we have a wonderful task force: PANT, MatForce, YCSO, Prescott Police Department, Prescott Valley Police Department, … [Read more...] about Discarded Syringes: A Dangerous Byproduct of the Drug Epidemic