Though fall is coming, that doesn’t mean you should allow yourself to undo all of that progress you’ve made this summer. If you’ve been working hard to exercise and eat better, the temptation to rest, relax, and hide a new belly under a sweater might sound like a good idea. But, you’ll inevitably want to […]
Volunteers lend their time, skills, and warmth to help visitors and staff across all departments at Summit Healthcare. “I AM ONLY one, but I am one. I cannot do everything, but I can do something. And I will not let what I cannot do interfere with what I can do.” Jill Stansberry, the Director of […]
Knowing what puts you at risk empowers you to make the right decisions about your heart health. EVERY 40 SECONDS, someone in America has a heart attack, which can result from heart disease. It’s easy to believe you won’t become a statistic if you exercise every day, eat a well-balanced diet, and don’t smoke, but […]
Some parents are more cautious than others when it comes to healthy eating and trying new things, but that’s not us. Generally, we’re pretty much on board when it comes to letting kids try new activities, whether it’s art, music, or sports. Many children’s activities have many great benefits. Art and music encourage our kids […]
Is there ever a good time to be injured? While the answer is obviously no, consider this. Wouldn’t you rather have an injury right now, as autumn starts? It’s especially lucky that you got to take advantage of spring and summer before an injury occurred. Regardless, it’s always a good idea to look into physical […]
Summit Healthcare’s Therapy Services team provides pediatric and adult occupational, physical, and speech therapy to residents of the White Mountain Community and all of northeastern Arizona. “I LIKE TO SAY that as much as we are helping people with the physical and practical challenges they are facing, we are also in the hope business,” says […]
To care for your loved one, you must first take care of yourself. APPROXIMATELY 44 MILLION Americans act as unpaid caregivers for a loved one who is older or otherwise in need of assistance. It’s an admirable task—and one that can take a toll on a caregiver’s physical and mental health. Whether assisting a loved […]
You may have heard all of the buzz about sunscreen lately. Some people say that you need to wear sunscreen every day to prevent skin cancer, while others say that those sunscreens actually cause allergies and other issues, like cancer. Keep reading to learn what sunscreens are safe and which you might want to research […]
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Schedule a visit with your healthcare provider so you can benefit from the screening tests you need to stay health. WHEN YOU’RE FEELING well, visiting your provider isn’t top of mind. But checking in with him or her once a year allows you to take advantage of important—often free—health screenings that can help you identify […]
