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Checking Out: An In-Depth Look at Losing Your Mind

Editor — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 18:42:16 +0000

Phoenix Resident Gives Voice to Confusion, Guilt and Grief that come with Diagnosis and Death of a Family Member from Glioblastoma Losing a loved one to glioblastoma, commonly called glioma, the most aggressive form of brain tumor, is something too many people have experienced, and Phoenix resident Catherine Graves has experienced it firsthand. Approximately 13,000 Americans die [...]

45 Tons of Fat Lost by Arizona Residents

Associate Editor — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 18:13:10 +0000

Scottsdale Weight Loss Center Celebrates by Opening New Chandler Location Scottsdale, Ariz. – Losing weight is difficult, but a local company is taking a major bite out of Arizona’s overweight population. Today, Scottsdale Weight Loss Center announced it has helped Arizona residents lose almost 45 tons of weight. The 88,000 pounds lost is equivalent to a [...]

Scottsdale Healthcare Marks Community Health Improvement Week with Free Events

Editor — Mon, 23 May 2011 04:26:52 +0000

Free children’s immunizations, presentations and information spotlight activities, June 4-11 SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – Scottsdale Healthcare will celebrate National Community Health Improvement Week June 4-11 with free public events and activities to help residents of all ages boost their health and well-being.The Northeast Valley’s only nonprofit, community-based hospital system, Scottsdale Healthcare will offer: Free children’s immunization [...]

No-Kill Animal Shelter Offers Safety Tips During National Dog Bite Prevention Week

Editor — Mon, 16 May 2011 15:44:56 +0000

Children are most at risk of being bitten Dog-bite Prevention Guide for Parents Available from Arizona Animal Welfare League & SPCA Phoenix, AZ — Dogs can be a wonderful part of our lives, but sometimes they bite. Approximately 5,800 dog bites were reported in Maricopa County last year. Children are most often the victims, with [...]

Scottsdale Study Results Published in Clinical Cancer Research

Editor — Fri, 13 May 2011 14:43:43 +0000

Investigational cancer drug targets oxygen supply in tumors, advances for additional testing SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – An investigational drug shows promise targeting oxygen supply in tumors, according to results of a study completed at the Virginia G. Piper Cancer Center at Scottsdale Healthcare published in the current issue of Clinical Cancer Research. Significant responses were observed [...]

Join Cardon Children’s and the City of Mesa for a Healthy Summer

Editor — Fri, 13 May 2011 03:27:21 +0000

MESA, Ariz. –In a culture where super-sized fast food meals, convenience store nutrition and reduced physical education time are the norm, kids need positive reinforcement from parents, physicians, schools and others in their community for active lifestyles and eating right. For a second year, Cardon Children’s Medical Center is offering a free summer program called [...]

Scottsdale Healthcare Offers Free Event on Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

Associate Editor — Fri, 13 May 2011 03:06:33 +0000

Orthopedic spine expert discusses technique for less pain, faster recovery on May 23 SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – If back pain interferes with your mobility and quality of life, find out if minimally invasive spine surgery could be right for you during a free community event at Scottsdale Healthcare Thompson Peak Hospital on Monday, May 23 from [...]

Scottsdale Healthcare Offers Free Events on Robotic Knee Surgery

Editor — Tue, 10 May 2011 15:14:19 +0000

Orthopedic expert discusses minimally invasive technique for less pain, faster recovery SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – If knee pain interferes with your mobility and quality of life, find out if a minimally invasive partial knee resurfacing procedure is right for you during one of the free community events at Scottsdale Healthcare Thompson Peak Hospital on Monday, May [...]

Flexcin Reveals Findings Of Its 2011 Arthritis Awareness Month Study

Editor — Tue, 10 May 2011 15:05:04 +0000

Women Receive Less Support than Men; Co-workers Offer More Support than Family FORT MYERS, FLA. – Flexcin International, Inc., manufacturer of degenerative joint supplements for people and pets, announces findings from its survey of how much support and awareness people with arthritis receive from their network of family and friends. The report coincides with 2011 [...]

Steve Nash Hosts Exclusive Dinner at Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain

Editor — Tue, 10 May 2011 14:49:13 +0000

Scottsdale, Ariz. – As an NBA point guard, Steve Nash is a powerhouse on the court, and through the Steve Nash Foundation he uses his prowess to assist with a multitude of philanthropic initiatives worldwide. On Friday, May 20, 2011 the Phoenix Suns’ lucky number 13 will partner with Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain to host [...]