Your sunglasses are more than just an accessory. There’s good reason to invest in a quality pair of sunglasses. Prolonged ultraviolet (UV) ray exposure causes roughly 20% of cataracts, and it may lead to macular degeneration, a type of retinal damage and the No. 1 cause of blindness in the United States, according to the National […]
It can be hard to focus and take in all of the important information you need when you’re in the appointment room with your doctor. When you’re injured, your mind is divided in many places. You might be wondering about the cost of the visit, how you can heal best, and the pain you’re experiencing […]
The Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) helps Summit Healthcare and our partners tackle serious health problems in our area. Did you know that Navajo County’s suicide rate in 2016 was more than double the national average? Or that the death rate associated with alcohol was almost four times the state average for Arizona? Thanks to the […]
Wounds that don’t show significant improvement in seven days may be chronic—and they need attention from an expert. “The most common misconceptions I hear from patients are, ‘I can take care of my wound at home,’ and ‘It’ll heal on its own,’” says Jeromy Cronin, Director of Wound Care and Hyperbaric at Summit Healthcare. “Effective […]
Sometimes, there are occasions when normal medication, or how it is delivered isn’t ideal. When oral medications don’t do the job, or a medication can’t be metabolised, IV therapy can fill the void. Keep reading to learn about IV therapy, and what we can use it for. What can be impacted by IV therapy? Infusion […]
Eating for health may not sound very fun to some of us, but that’s because our taste buds are used to sugary, salty, and fatty foods. Fast foods, common snacks, and party foods (think pizza, burgers, and chips) all help push our taste buds toward liking more of the same. But, it just takes a […]
Online and digital games can become more than idle pastimes. Here’s how to know if you or a loved one may be addicted.
Summit Healthcare’s diagnostic imaging services provide clear direction for patient care in new, innovative ways.
Chemotherapy is a form of cancer treatment that destroys cancerous cells. It is typically the main suggested treatment in cancer treatment but it can be used in combination with other treatment options like surgery or radiation. The goal of chemotherapy is to target and remove cells that contain cancer. Chemotherapy can affect healthy cells as […]
People are choosing to go plant-based for various reasons, but the big three are animals, the environment, and health. The adjustment period of changing their food traditions for a new way of eating and negativity from others can make the transition hard for some people. But, if you’re trying to make big changes for your […]
