In January’s column, I wrote about medical gaslighting. That article covered what medical gaslighting is and who is likely to be most impacted by medical gaslighting. This month in Part 2 of this two-part services, I want to focus on practitioners and how to avoid medical gaslighting. How the Medical System Sets Up Practitioners to Fail I think that having to center a practice around insurance codes to justify labs, imaging and treatments benefits neither patient nor practitioner and it … [Read more...] about How to Avoid Medical Gaslighting, Part Two
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Community: So Much More Than a Four- Letter Word, Home
Community is a beautiful word. Not necessarily because it looks so pretty on paper or sounds so sweet rolling off the tongue but simply because of what it signifies. Connection. Inclusion. Association. The definition of community is twofold. First: A group of people living in the same place or having a particular characteristic in common. Second: A feeling of fellowship with others, as a result of sharing common attitudes, interests and goals. Our neighborhood is one community. Our city is … [Read more...] about Community: So Much More Than a Four- Letter Word, Home
Neuropathy Is Often Misdiagnosed
People living with neuropathy experience burning, tingling, numbness, and pain in their legs or feet on a daily basis. In many cases, it’s caused by diabetes, but poor circulation can also cause these symptoms or make them worse. “Most people don’t know what neuropathy is until you start talking about it,” said Dr. Diana Perry, of CIC Foot & Ankle in Flagstaff. “In many cases, people recognize they are getting older and think that they just need to learn to live with the leg cramps, … [Read more...] about Neuropathy Is Often Misdiagnosed
Flagstaff Real Estate: Is it a Hedge Against Inflation?
Welcome to our 2022 Flagstaff real estate phenomenal seller’s market. Forecasted to surpass our 2021 real estate sales prices, even most seasoned realtors are surprised at our wild paced sales. Properties listed in the $600,000 to $900,00 range are receiving 18 to 20 offers within days of publishing on the MLS. The Flagstaff number of buyers far exceed the number of properties available for sale. Although the Phoenix real estate sales prices have increased by 27% from this time last year, and … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Real Estate: Is it a Hedge Against Inflation?
Choosing the Best Self-Storage Lock
Storage facilities require that customers purchase and manage their own lock and key. Facilities often offer a selection of locks with different sizes and styles available, but there is only one that is superior to the rest. This lock is the disk lock. The disk lock is a nearly bulletproof option to protect your most prized possessions. Don’t try to save a few bucks and put a cheap lock on your unit. You have paid good money to secure your belongings and a cheap lock puts your things at … [Read more...] about Choosing the Best Self-Storage Lock
Looking Back on Accomplishments, Forward on Projects
I hope you all had an amazing 2021! It seems like yesterday our new Flagstaff City Council was sworn into office and I am very happy with what the city has accomplished over the last year. The city’s broadband investment has increased drastically, from $200,000 to $2.9 million in one year, and with new state fiber coming up I-17 to I-40, this new infrastructure will provide a huge catalyst to our economic future. The city has developed a master plan that will connect government facilities in … [Read more...] about Looking Back on Accomplishments, Forward on Projects
Community, Economic Resilience in the New Year
As we begin a new year, it’s a good time to reflect on accomplishments and to forecast the year ahead for how Coconino County hopes to enhance and support economic vitality for local businesses. Last year was a story of economic resilience for our community. After a difficult year in 2020 responding and adapting to the pandemic, our business and non-profit community were focused on recovery. According to Northern Arizona University’s Economic Policy Institute survey from April 2020, 54% of … [Read more...] about Community, Economic Resilience in the New Year
Five Steps to Reach Your New Year’s Health Outcomes
You have heard it time and time again, many people create these long lists of resolutions for the new year and never stick to them. The problem is that people have a hard time sticking to any resolution or commitment because they lack action or the proper steps to meet the goal. They may also lose the motivation or may not have enough support to stick to their goals. A more efficient strategy than goal setting or New Year’s resolutions is to set outcomes! Follow these five easy steps to … [Read more...] about Five Steps to Reach Your New Year’s Health Outcomes
Trudging Along the Road to Happy Destiny with Back2Basics
"I didn’t realize how much I had lost until I felt how much I’ve gained,” said Brad J, a Back2Basics alumnus. Our journey began in May of 2010. Back2Basics has now completed, and is proudly celebrating, seven years of Sober Living here in Flagstaff. B2B is a six-month adventure recovery program for young men struggling with substance abuse issues and are looking for a positive, meaningful life. The uniqueness of Back2Basics lies in the fact that it is a hybrid of outdoor adventure therapy … [Read more...] about Trudging Along the Road to Happy Destiny with Back2Basics
An Epic Year in Review for Real Estate and a Bright Future
As we welcome 2022 and excitedly look toward the future, there is knowledge that 2021 represented a year of extraordinary significance in real estate from every standpoint. Although no one has a crystal ball accurate enough to predict where real estate will go during the upcoming year, there are some inklings from our recent historic trends that can help shed some light on the distinct probability of where we are headed. Bring your sunglasses, the future of real estate in Flagstaff looks … [Read more...] about An Epic Year in Review for Real Estate and a Bright Future