A breast cancer diagnosis inspired a group of friends to recently host a neighborhood party for Jodi Jenkins. Read more
Editor’s note: From the June 4, 2019 Roundup — “Distracted driving law takes effect — the Payson Town Council on April 11 approved a new law that bans drivers from using handheld cell phones w… Read more
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Does feeling tired, sluggish, and not at your optimal energy level describe you? Here are some natural ways to boost your energy: Read more
There are a number of myths about cataracts and cataract surgery, the following is from Prevent Blindness (preventblindness.org). Read more
June is National Men’s Health Month. On average, men die five years younger than women, and die at higher rates from nine of the top 10 causes of death, according to an article by Men’s Health… Read more
PHOENIX – The more than 500,000 military veterans in Arizona now have greater access to health care options beyond those available from the Department of Veterans Affairs. A nationwide program… Read more
As the number of measles cases approaches 1,000 throughout the country, Gila County has had no cases reported, according Michael O’Driscoll, director of the county’s health and emergency servi… Read more
The Heart, Artery & Vein Institute (HAV) celebrated its second anniversary, in Payson/Rim Country, a few months ago. A fun and well-attended Chamber Open House, was celebrated in late Febr… Read more
Changes in the VA Choice Program allow veterans in rural areas to make appointments with local, non-VA physicians for care. Read more
May is National High Blood Pressure Education Month and, according to nutrition research by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the DASH eating plan has been scientifically proven to lowe… Read more
When wildfires ignite, they can spread very quickly. Preparedness now will help save lives and homes. It’s important to know how to evacuate and what to bring with you. If wildland fires are t… Read more
If you’re not crazy about your job, imagine having to get up each morning and handle live rattlesnakes. Read more
A proper diet and regular exercise is the first defense against poor bone health. Read more
Recently Joanne Conlin presented a Doc Talk at Banner High Country Seniors. Her topic was “Brain Cardio.” Read more
Every 40 seconds someone in the U.S. has a stroke. The illustration above helps with how to recognize stroke and what to do if stroke happens. Read more
You might not have thought of it this way, but breakfast is the breaking of the night’s fast. Breakfast is especially important because it can supply glucose, the brain’s basic fuel supply. Read more
These 10 evidence-based tools can help you feel stronger and more hopeful. Read more
Summer is just around the corner and with more time spent outdoors taking precautions against skin cancer are more imperative than ever - The Rim Country may not get as hot as the Valley, but … Read more
Every May the Administration for Community Living leads the nation’s observance of Older Americans Month. The 2019 theme is “Connect, Create, Contribute,” which encourages older adults and the… Read more
This is part 2 of a 3-part series from Dr. Bilal F. Shanti, MD, an anesthesiologist and an interventional pain physician working in Payson two days per week. Read more
Healthful eating, along with the use of good, quality supplements and herbs can help improve mood and achieve balance. Dale Bellisfield shared this message with the 300-plus women attending th… Read more
“Don’t worry, Be Happy.” It is a simple phrase, but how do you live it? Read more
Part 5 in a series on suicide
A family often searches for answers after losing a loved one to suicide. Read more
Part 5 in a series on suicide
The majority of people who spoke to the Roundup for this series said they felt isolated after losing someone to suicide — with nowhere to turn to talk. Read more
Caring for the aged, ailing or disabled is a growing field. Read more
Part 4 in a series about suicide
John Schuderer, whose son died by suicide 18 years ago, has become a leader in suicide education and prevention. Read more
Part 4 in a series on suicide
When John Schuderer’s son Noel died at 27, he didn’t think it was by suicide. Read more
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Denny, a 2-year-old service dog in training who was living in Hawaii, needed a new assignment. Read more
Part 3 in a series on suicide
Suzy was born into a family that carried a genetic predisposition to mental illness and a history of suicide. Read more
The Pinal-Gila Council for Senior Citizens hosts a program for family caregivers from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Thursday, April 25 at Messinger Payson Funeral Home, 901 S. Westerly Road. Read more
The Payson’s Women’s Wellness Forum celebrates 21 years of bringing health information and laughter to Rim Country April 27. Read more
Part 2 in a series on suicide
Debbie would see her sister Cheryl stand in the bathroom, press a towel to her face and scream. Read more
There are many keys to wellness and the 21st Annual Women’s Wellness Forum is focusing on three: harmony, balance, laughter ... or in a word — joy. The theme may bring to mind a popular tune f… Read more
It is not unusual for Bilal Shanti, MD’s patients to bring him eggs, honey, or even home cooking to express thanks for relieving their pain. When looking for one word to describe Dr. Shanti, c… Read more
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, April 27 at the east side parking lot of Walmart in Payson. Read more
Recently Kim Alten, FNP-BC, with Western Vascular Institute, presented an overview of Peripheral Artery Disease to members of Banner High Country Seniors. Her program included some basic defin… Read more
The signs of spring are everywhere here in Payson. In nature, the budding redbuds, beautiful white flowering pears, birds building nests in trees and bushes, and the mountains in the distance … Read more
The Star Valley Town Council has worked for nearly two months being a member down. Read more
Part 1 in a series on suicide
What are the signs someone may be at risk for suicide and how can you help? Read more
“With two decades in the U.S. Marine Corps and graduate studies in human resource management, Robert C. Freeman started his new year with a new challenge — career pathway coordinator for Gila … Read more
Payson and Rim Country contractors are invited to meet Gila County’s chief building official, Randy Pluimer, Wednesday, April 24 at an informal lunch forum at the Gila County Board of Supervis… Read more
A wide range of topics was covered at the inaugural Senior Education Symposium, hosted by the Payson Roundup. Read more
Republican lawmakers rejected a bid Thursday to clarify that edible forms of marijuana made from extracts are legal. Read more
Rim Country Health & Rehabilitation was honored to again host the Mental Health “First Aid” training on March 8. Twenty attendees completed the 8-hour certification. Read more
You may have heard something lately about “preventive health care.” What does that mean? Read more
Payson, AZ, this beautiful rural town, is fortunate to have a local hospital, local physicians, visiting physicians, physicians who are specia… Read more
As Rim Country Health & Rehabilitation continually provides information on long-term care and rehab therapies, along with contacts for oth… Read more
This success story is a personal journey for Electra H. She arrived at Rim Country Health & Rehabilitation (RCH) to get healthy and rehab … Read more
Rim Country Health hosted the Veterans Benefits Resource Meeting Feb. 20 in its community room. Members of the RCH Veterans Steering Committee… Read more
Rim Country Health & Rehabilitation is in tune with the change of seasons. I’m pleased to announce the new additions in the nursing depart… Read more
Dueker Ranch Therapeutic Riding Center officially welcomed their new therapy horse this week, a Clydesdale colt named Hamish. Read more
PHOENIX -- An Arizona firm that already grows, processes and sells marijuana in multiple states is buying another company to create what will … Read more
PHOENIX – Virtual doctors visits connecting patients and physicians who are miles apart are increasing, but insurance coverage hasn’t caught u… Read more
Recently Dr. Mir Ali, M.D., F.A.C.C., spoke to members of Banner High Country Seniors about congestive heart failure. Ali, who owns and operat… Read more
It may be March, but flu could still create problems, especially for the elderly. Read more
We all realize that sleep is important since not going to sleep for a long time makes us feel terrible and getting a good night’s sleep makes … Read more
Banner Payson Medical Center’s trauma coordinator and pre-hospital manager, Michael L. Ward, RN, CEP, recently made a presentation on AEDs in … Read more
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March is National Kidney Month so it is time to get to know your hard-working kidneys. Read more
PHOENIX – Jan Vesely, superintendent of the Kyrene School District, asked middle school students in a focus group last year what their biggest… Read more
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Need three compelling reasons to mark your calendar for 1:30 p.m., Thursday, March 7 to spend a half-hour at Gila County’s Annual Science Fair… Read more
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The Beeline Highway closed by snow in both directions — with more snow falling “faster than we could shovel it,” as one Pine resident reported. Read more
Northern Gila County is blessed with an active cadre of volunteers on the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) ready to assist in emergenc… Read more
Employers were to have sent workers their W2s by Jan. 31. Have you started preparing your tax form? If you earn less than $55,000, and if conf… Read more
Southern Arizona Legal Aid does not defend clients facing criminal charges, but its trained staff invite low-income clients to once-a-month of… Read more
Dedicated staff across a wide range of departments and offices — Public Works, Health, Sheriff, Finance, Community Services, Probation, Juveni… Read more
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Dr. Judith Hunt’s classroom is 100 miles north of the downtown Phoenix Biomedical Campus in Payson. Read more
Wondering how your kids, you or spouse, would succeed at a spelling bee? Read more
Before snow began falling Rod Barnes, volunteer coordinator for Pine-Strawberry Fire District and P-S CERT leader, made sure his family would … Read more
PHOENIX – Alzheimer’s advocates are asking lawmakers to require dementia training for health care professionals, first responders, caregivers … Read more
Let’s say you go for your annual physical and your doctor recommends that you get a hearing and balance test — or an electrocardiogram (EKG) —… Read more
This “Simple Cooking with Heart” creative Italian recipe has an interesting vegetable that is easy and fun to make and eat (American Heart Ass… Read more
Heart disease is a formidable foe. According the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, heart disease accounts for nearly 25 percent of a… Read more
Our “Word Of Mouth Says Plenty” testimonials have turned out to be the easiest section to write. Why so? Because, it truly writes itself. Read more
The effects of proper nutrition on the body are profound. When paired with routine exercise, a diet that’s rich in nutrients can lay the found… Read more
Caffeine is a vital component of many people’s daily routines. A morning cup of caffeinated coffee provides the boost people need to get out t… Read more
Heart Month is about awareness. It’s about staying healthy. Understanding the risks and symptoms. Trying new recipes. Making and keeping docto… Read more
A Veterans Benefits Resource meeting is planned from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 20 at Rim Country Health community room, 809 W. Longhor… Read more
One of the most basic expressions of social connectedness is touch. Read more
Why would I want to move into a Senior Housing Community? Read more
You are 30 percent more likely to get in a car accident on only six hours of sleep than after seven to nine hours. The less shut-eye you log, … Read more
February 14 is National Donor Day and there is no greater expression of love than giving a gift to help someone live. If you are not one alrea… Read more
People age 65 and older are much more likely than younger people to suffer a heart attack, to have a stroke, or to develop coronary heart dise… Read more
A Lake Havasu Republican lawmaker wants to reduce the financial burden on medical marijuana patients. Read more
PHOENIX – Arizona’s drug overdose crisis shows no sign of slowing. Yet like much of the country, there aren’t enough doctors in the state who … Read more
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Tonto Basin once again has access to primary care medical services, after two years without a practicing physician in town. Read more
Once heralded as a safe alternative to cigarettes and other tobacco products, e-cigarettes failed to deliver on the promise. Instead, they are… Read more
Crossword puzzles are an integral component of newspapers. In addition to their entertainment quality, crossword puzzles can help improve cogn… Read more
The decision to move a loved one into a long-term care facility is one of the most difficult we may make in our lives. Even when the decision … Read more
The human body is a complex, efficient machine. One highly important component of that machine is the circulatory system, which sends blood, o… Read more
Imagine going to the grocery store, picking up the items you need for the week, but not knowing how much anything costs until the store sends … Read more
Music is the most intangible of all of the arts. While visual art decorates a room and literary art can decorate your thoughts, music is a dec… Read more
