Statins, known for their efficacy in reducing low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol or ‘bad’ cholesterol, are increasingly being recognized for their broader health benefits. Originally prescribed to heart attack patients to prevent recurrence, statin use is now...
Bullhead City gets final approval for Metropolitan Planning Organization
BULLHEAD CITY – Bullhead City has achieved a significant milestone in its efforts to enhance its urban planning and infrastructure development. Thanks to the hard work of Bullhead City Staff and the City Council, along with support from various government agencies and...
AZ Department of Child Safety under scrutiny
ARIZONA — Recent developments within the Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) have raised significant concerns about its handling of missing or deceased children in foster care. The department, tasked with protecting Arizona’s most vulnerable children, has been...
Arizona economy impacted as birth rate decline shifts demographics
ARIZONA — A demographic shift of substantial magnitude is unfolding in Arizona, marked by a steady decline in birth rates, a trend that has wide-ranging implications for the state’s future. This decline, more pronounced in Arizona than in many other U.S. states,...
Concerns over dental practice oversight amid malpractice instances
ARIZONA —Recent incidents involving Arizona dentists have raised significant concerns about the state’s dental practice oversight. These cases include malpractice instances such as drug misuse, DUI, sexual misconduct, over-sedation of patients, and drug use. They...
Bullhead police department engages
BULLHEAD CITY — In 2023, the Bullhead City Police Department distinguished itself not only through its law enforcement duties but also through its profound engagement with the community. Under the leadership of Chief Robert Trebes, the department embraced a philosophy...
AZ businesses adapt to Prop 206 minimum wage increases
ARIZONA — Businesses across Arizona are adapting to a new economic reality shaped by the recent increase in the state’s minimum wage. Effective January 1, 2024, the minimum wage rose to $14.35 per hour, a 50-cent hike from the 2023 rate of $13.85. This change, though...
Cholesterol plays roll in colon cancer tumor growth
Statins, primarily known for their cholesterol-lowering properties, might also play a role in preventing colon cancer tumor growth. Colon cancer, the third most prevalent cancer worldwide, can be screened for early detection, particularly through fecal tests and...
Eating more navy beans may help with colorectal cancer prevention
Colorectal cancer, the third most common cancer worldwide, is highly treatable at its earliest stage. However, most cases are discovered when more advanced, and between 7% and 29% of colorectal cancer patients experience recurrence within five years of treatment....
Lecanemab revolutionizing Alzheimer’s treatments
Alzheimer’s disease, a debilitating neurodegenerative condition, has long been a source of profound concern and research within the medical community. Historically characterized by its relentless progression and lack of effective treatments, the disease has posed...
Two Hospitals United for our Tri-State Neighbors
As the leaders of Valley View Medical Center and Havasu Regional Medical Center, we were thrilled...
Findlay cyberattack puts Bullhead City consumers data at risk
BULLHEAD CITY — A ransomware attack on Findlay Automotive Group has severely impacted operations...
How to get rid of laugh lines with exercises
NATION — Laugh lines, sometimes called smile lines, are wrinkles or creases in the skin of a...
Bullhead City council approves multi-family condominium project near Rotary Park
BULLHEAD CITY — In a move aimed at addressing the growing housing demand in the area, the Bullhead...
Don’t fall for claims scams
By Freddy Groves While there’s no doubt that the PACT Act did a lot of good, opening up an additional 20 health conditions for eligibility for presumptive benefits, the sheer number of veterans who applied created delays in...
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