People who have neurological conditions – such as those caused by stroke and Parkinson’s disease – often have communication problems, including difficulties with swallowing and vocalizing. Because of their highly specialized training and experience, speech-language pathologists can work with these patients to help them regain function. Two major signs of a stroke are slurred speech and facial droop. Sometimes, the muscles used in swallowing become weak, which can cause the patient to aspirate … [Read more...] about Speech-Language Pathologists Treating Stroke, Parkinson’s Patients
Are Auto Incentives Meant to Confuse?
As the auto industry reaches record highs in sales, the competition among manufacturers and dealers is also at a record high. Each segment of the market is reaching for a greater share of the business, which leads to more marketing creativity among the manufacturers and more competition among dealers. This creates more complexity and creativity in their marketing and advertising messages, all of which are designed to drive the consumer to their brand or dealership. Sometimes, the … [Read more...] about Are Auto Incentives Meant to Confuse?
Community Participating in #GivingTuesday
As the holidays arrive, consumers and business alike have come to know shopping terms such as Black Friday and Cyber Monday. However, a new term and day has emerged: #GivingTuesday. Now in its fourth year, #GivingTuesday is the Tuesday following Thanksgiving and those widely recognized shopping days. This year, #GivingTuesday is Dec. 1. The day was the brainchild of 92nd Street Y, a cultural center in New York City. The group’s goal was to utilize social media – hence the hashtag – to connect … [Read more...] about Community Participating in #GivingTuesday
NAU and the Knowledge Economy
There’s a lot of talk about the “knowledge economy,” much of which is presented as if it’s something new; as if knowledge hasn’t always been the differentiator between the average and the exceptional, the special sauce that makes one enterprise succeed while others falter. The railroad was a knowledge economy breakthrough, providing a far superior mode of transportation for people and freight than an ox team, and railroad development was based on what we now call STEM professions: science, … [Read more...] about NAU and the Knowledge Economy
BBB Seeking Nominations for Ethical Businesses
Better Business Bureau Foundation is asking for the public’s help in nominating companies to honor at its 15th Annual Torch Awards for Ethics (formerly BBB Business Ethics Awards). Nominations will be accepted through Friday, December 4, 2015. Over the years, BBB has honored more than 200 Arizona companies that consistently uphold BBB’s vision of building marketplace trust through ethical business practices. Several Arizona companies have also been recognized internationally for their … [Read more...] about BBB Seeking Nominations for Ethical Businesses
The Art of Treating Acne
I chose to talk about acne because it is the most common skin condition in the United States. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, 40 to 50 million Americans are affected by acne at any one time. Although so many people get acne, when it happens to you, it feels lonely and embarrassing. It can be emotionally and socially traumatizing. Acne can be so emotionally traumatizing that on the American Academy of Dermatology website at the end of the acne section is the suicide hotline. At … [Read more...] about The Art of Treating Acne
True or False? Test Your Coverage IQ
Only 45 percent of Americans feel confident enough to make insurance decisions, according to the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC). Where do you stand? There's no time like the present to enhance your insurance literacy. The more you know, the better able you are to protect yourself, your family and your largest investments. Test your knowledge and learn more with this short quiz: TRUE OR FALSE? Your homeowners coverage should equal the estimated replacement cost of … [Read more...] about True or False? Test Your Coverage IQ
Free Self-Defense Class for Women
Flagstaff Jiu Jitsu is offering a free Community Event November 20, 6:30 p.m. at 24 S Mikes Pike. The class is free, but food donations are being accepted for St. Mary’s Food Bank. Flagstaff Jiu Jitsu is a family-run business, with the son and the daughter, both NAU students, running the martial arts studio. Additionally, Flagstaff Jiu Jitsu offers children an Anti-Bully program including self defense. More information is available online. … [Read more...] about Free Self-Defense Class for Women
Nordic Center Prepares for Thanksgiving Day Opening
With 2-3 inches of fresh snow yesterday and more expected next week, the Nordic Center, 15 miles north of Flagstaff at 8,000-feet elevation, is preparing for a big winter and a Thanksgiving Day opening. “We’re ready to outfit recreationists with cross-country skis, skate skis and snowshoes to get everyone outdoors,” said Manager Wendell Johnson. The ski area’s four cabins and eight yurts will be open for day use and overnight glamping starting Wednesday, Nov. 25. With or without snow, fat tire … [Read more...] about Nordic Center Prepares for Thanksgiving Day Opening
Flagstaff’s Mountain Man Marks 30 Years at Snowbowl
Before there was Hart Prairie Lodge, before Flagstaff had a Fifth Grade Learn to Ski Program, before conveyor belts transported beginning skiers on the San Francisco Peaks, before snowboarding was even a sport and long before snowmaking at Arizona Snowbowl, there was Spring Break in Iowa and a young college student who would have a hand in making all these things happen. J.R. Murray, a business management major at Northern Iowa University, ventured to Colorado with friends to ski away the … [Read more...] about Flagstaff’s Mountain Man Marks 30 Years at Snowbowl