October 2024, Editorial
By Freddy Groves A big thumbs-up to the whistleblower who ratted out a Department of Veterans Affairs surgeon who was carrying an empty alcohol bottle. Specifically, the bottle fell out of the scrubs in the surgical locker room. OIG Report Findings The report by the...
October 2024
CHLORIDE – Now that the hot weather is a thing of the past, the friendly folks in Chloride, a historic 1860’s silver mining camp, are filling their yards with treasures for the Saturday, November 2nd All Town Yard Sale. Sales begins at 8 a.m., while the famous...
October 2024
By Matilda Charles Here we go again. Not to be an alarmist, but Covid never did go away. It’s been creeping around, changing its composition, infecting people, staying one step ahead of medicine every step of the way. And now it’s surging again, with the...
October 2024
NATION — Age-related macular degeneration causes the slow loss of central vision over time but rarely causes complete blindness. Macular degeneration is the leading cause of vision loss for people over 50 years old. It occurs when the macula becomes damaged over time....
September 2024
NATION — Flavonoid-rich foods, such as berries, and beverages, such as green tea, could help lower a person’s risk of dementia. Flavonoids are potent antioxidants found in plant-based foods, providing various health benefits. A recent study suggests that...
October 2024
NATION — Prostate cancer is a common type of cancer in males, but it is highly treatable in the early stages. It begins in the prostate gland, which sits between the penis and the bladder. Experts do not know what causes it, but the risk increases with age. The...
October 2024
NATION — Engaging in physical activity during one or two days of the week may also have significant health benefits. A new study concludes that individuals who only exercise at the weekend get the same health benefits as people who stay active throughout the week. The...
October 2024
KINGMAN — Many people are confused about what accurate serving sizes are when it comes to good nutrition and a healthy diet. The Confusion Around Serving Sizes In fact, a survey by the American Dietetic Association shows that many people need help determining...
October 2024
NATION — Researchers are designing ‘dancing’ molecules meant to make it easier for cartilage damaged by osteoarthritis to regenerate. Osteoarthritis is a common and chronic condition that can involve cartilage damage. Researchers are interested in finding...
October 2024
NATION — Late each summer, we see eager students returning to the classroom with new backpacks, sharpened pencils and a renewed focus – ready to take on the school year ahead. Nowadays, “back-to-school” season can be anytime, especially with the rise...
