Health
Stories Of Survival (Part 1)
Crystal Reidy, a 37-year-old community affairs worker for Maricopa County, first discovered a lump while she was breastfeeding her 6-month-old baby in early 2012. A mammogram later confirmed her fears: she had breast cancer.
Straight From the Doctors
The world of health is never at a loss for important, cutting-edge topics. So, we let four highly respected Valley doctors hold the writing reins, asking them to explain what they believe is a leading health care topic of the times. From e-medicine to stem cell transplants, here’s what they had to say.
Your Guide to Preventive Healthcare
From tests that can detect cancer at its earliest stage to simple everyday tasks (hello, getting enough zzz’s and eating your veggies!), proper screenings and prevention might just save your life.
Your Mind Matters
Health is a top priority for almost everyone. However, rarely does the topic of mental health get brought up outside the context of chaotic events and deranged criminals. This sadly shows that as a society we do a poor job at conceptualizing the meaning and definition of mental health.
Finding a Cure Through Science
The Translational Genomics Research Institute, a nonprofit research institute in Downtown Phoenix, is actively searching for better understanding about disease while discovering ways to treat illnesses.
