The Head-Heart Connection
By Sunita Punjabi, PhD Recent scientific advances have revealed the remarkable interplay between the heart and brain. This concept showcases the heart’s intrinsic nervous system, often called its “little brain.” It challenges the traditional understanding of the heart as a mere pump and opens doors to a deeper understanding of how cardiac […]
Heart Health
The Importance of Prevention and Screenings By Dr. Oscar Rivera, interventional cardiologist with CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Health System Your heart is the most vital organ in your body, working to distribute blood, oxygen, and nutrients to cells and tissues, which is why it is so important to keep it healthy. February […]
Living with Purpose
Building a Life Around Your Goals and Dreams By Melinda Adams, Financial Advisor, CEPA What does it mean to live life to the fullest? For me, the answer became crystal clear this year celebrating my 50th trip around the sun. Turning 50 wasn’t just about reaching a milestone; it was about embracing the […]
A New Path to Better Health & Vitality
By Bill Murphy, MD, Medical Director, Turquoise Springs Medical Spa Frustration with the medical system is a recurring theme I hear from my patients daily. General complaints are offered about insurance verification issues, scheduling office appointment delays, and phone calls answered by voicemail recorders instead of a “real person.” The feeling of being […]
The Impact of Seasonal Changes on Anxiety and Depression During the Holidays
By Tameika Roames, Clinical Assistant / Head Researcher – Brain Coach LLC As the leaves fall and temperatures drop, many people experience a shift in mood that goes beyond the typical end-of-year stress. The holidays, which should be a time of joy, often heighten feelings of anxiety and depression, creating a mental […]