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Arizona Cancer Foundation for Children Raises $1.1 Million
The Arizona Cancer Foundation for Children (ACFC) marked a significant achievement with a record-breaking $1.1 million raised at its fifth annual Ava’s Tree House Gala, held on November 1, 2024. This milestone event, which attracted 475 guests, will fund vital social, emotional, and financial support services for Arizona families battling pediatric cancer.
Presented by Desert Mountain Health and Desert Cove...
Odin's Magical Spirit Will Rule Your Heart!
Named after a Norse god, Odin has a magical aura everywhere he goes. While he is full of playful antics now, the handsome seven-year-old Cairn Terrier mix has quite a heartbreaking backstory.
After arriving at the Arizona Humane Society due to the passing of his previous owner, Odin is now ready to find a new family to cherish him in his golden years. November marks Adopt a Senior Pet Month, making it the perfect time to invite this sugar-faced pup into your home. Although he arrived a bit overweight, Odin is eager to find a walking buddy to help him stay active and healthy. After a nice stroll, he loves nothing more than curling...
Little Free Library Made Possible by Arizona Organizations
NOAH Cholla Health Center in Scottsdale will open a Little Free Library with the help of Delta Dental that will hold dozens of books — including several on oral health.
Delta Dental of Arizona has helped fund NOAH’s three dental clinics since 2013. NOAH provides exams, cleanings, sealants and fluoride varnish, fillings, oral surgery, root canals, crowns and more for Valley patients.
“NOAH is dedicated to increasing access to care for many of our community’s most vulnerable individuals,” CEO and President Michael Jones said. “We hope this Little Free Library stands as both a symbol of...
Phoenix Children’s Digs Up Over a Million Dollars for Targeted Therapy Program
On November 2, Big Dig for Kids provided 200 patients the chance to operate excavators, scissor lifts, and heavy equipment in a safe construction zone. Since 2016, Big Dig for Kids has raised over $2.5 million for the MIBG Targeted Therapy Program.
The event, sponsored by Sundt Construction, raised over $1,080,000 for Phoenix Children’s Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders. Hundreds of volunteers showed up to help create a beautiful day for all who attended.
“Being part of Big Dig for Kids has been an incredibly rewarding experience,”
Hot & Cold: The Health Benefits of Sauna Use — From Stress Relief to Circulation
It might sound counterintuitive that people in Arizona, where summer temperatures hit triple digits, are flocking to saunas, but the wellness trend is heating up for good reason. Locals who’ve discovered the benefits of consistent heat exposure swear by it for everything from muscle recovery to better sleep. In a state known for its dry heat and stunning sunsets, spending time in an indoor traditional sauna can be both grounding and revitalizing, a reset button that goes deeper than a day at the spa.
