Celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week, May 5-11, named National “Eco-Tourism” Week in Flagstaff. At 7,000 feet, there is an expectation for responsible use of the epic beauty surrounding this mountain and college town offering an abundance of social and green tourism opportunities. Let’s recognize the value of tourism in our community that improves our quality of life from parks to jobs to tax savings. Tourism’s positive impact on the local Flagstaff economy supports an estimated 8,000 jobs … [Read more...] about Discovering Flagstaff During National ‘Eco-Tourism’ Week
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Occupational Therapy: Training the Body and Mind After an Injury
Consider all the activities you do from the time you wake up until you go to sleep: getting in and out of bed, dressing, showering, combing your hair and brushing your teeth, cooking, driving, working, going to school, parenting, exercising and relaxing. The list goes on and on. All of these activities require multiple skills and actions from our body and mind. If an injury or medical condition occurs that disrupts your ability to perform daily tasks, life can become challenging, confusing, … [Read more...] about Occupational Therapy: Training the Body and Mind After an Injury
Understanding the Importance of the Provost Position
After a competitive national search, I’m pleased to share with you that Northern Arizona University will welcome a permanent provost this summer. While our provost is new to the position, she is not new to NAU and Flagstaff. Unless you work at the university, or have been engaged in higher education circles, you may know very little about what it means to be a provost or understand the important role of this position. A quick glance at the NAU website gives you this explanation: “Northern … [Read more...] about Understanding the Importance of the Provost Position
Saying Goodbye to Winter Skin
Who isn’t in the spring-cleaning mood? From closets and windows to cars and garages, now is the time to think “spring refresh.” It is also a great time to schedule a facial to help get rid of the dry, dull skin that comes with Old Man Winter and prep our skin for the spring and summer. The best way to prep our skin, especially our face and neck, is with a facial and/or with a specialized facial that focuses on specific needs and outcomes. Follow your “face time” with a full-body massage to … [Read more...] about Saying Goodbye to Winter Skin
Celebrating County Government Month
According to the Online Etymology Dictionary, the word “county” can be traced to the late 14th century English term for “shire, a definite division of a country or state for political and administrative purposes.” Counties have been providing essential services to people for more than 500 years and are almost as old as the Magna Carta. Coconino County even predates the formation of the State of Arizona. This month, in coordination with the National Association of Counties (NACo), Coconino … [Read more...] about Celebrating County Government Month
Environmental Noise May Cause Health Issues
Most people are not aware of the excessive noise in their daily lives. Noise comes from traffic sounds, trains, airplanes, roadwork, construction sites, even noise from people near you talking and listening to music, etc. Your brain is constantly processing all the sound, deciding what it wants to focus on and what is to be ignored. Even when you sleep, your ears are working, picking up and filtering the sound to different parts of the brain. This constant stimulus causes mental fatigue and … [Read more...] about Environmental Noise May Cause Health Issues
DoubleTree, Warner’s Team Up for Earth Day
The DoubleTree by Hilton Flagstaff and Warner’s Nursery are partnering for a Earth Day Party on Sunday, April 21. Organizers at the hotel are encouraging the public to “plant seeds of spring and take a potted wildflower seed project home.” To help make this possible, Warner’s on Wheels will be onsite with the free potted wildflowers from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Easter Sunday, which is also Earth Day. “DoubleTree by Hilton Flagstaff is committed to creating a … [Read more...] about DoubleTree, Warner’s Team Up for Earth Day
What it Means to Have an Appointment with a Physician Assistant
In medical terms, a PA or physician assistant, refers to a specific type of a licensed medical provider. This role, established in 1967, continues to grow and is a viable alternative to visiting a physician. Q: What is a PA and what do they do? PAs are licensed medical professionals who are able to diagnose illnesses, formulate treatment plans and prescribe medications. Their specific duties include: taking medical histories and performing exams; ordering and interpreting tests; performing … [Read more...] about What it Means to Have an Appointment with a Physician Assistant
Five Ways to Keep Your Money Local
In the age of two-day shipping and convenient megastores, it’s easy to think that opting for a national brand is the best use of your money. However, supporting Arizona businesses and organizations means your money stays local, through taxes, investments and more. That means that your hard-earned money, once spent, continues to work for you and improve the economy. Thomas Barr, executive director of Local First Arizona, believes that every Arizonan can support the economy by spending money … [Read more...] about Five Ways to Keep Your Money Local
Preparing for Mosquito Season, Heartworm in Pets
As temperatures grow warmer, Westside Veterinary Clinic and the American Heartworm Society (AHS) want every pet owner to be prepared for mosquito season and the risk that heartworm disease carries for pets. Heartworms are transmitted by mosquitoes as microscopic larvae and can grow into worms as large as 10-14 inches long. These worms live in the heart and pulmonary vessels in the lungs. They can cause severe cardiovascular disease, which can lead to death if left untreated. While heartworm … [Read more...] about Preparing for Mosquito Season, Heartworm in Pets