Community leaders gather to launch clean water initiative in south Phoenix
The Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Foundation for Community & Health Advancement recently awarded a $25,000 grant to Water Works to bring safe, clean...
Food City Celebrates 20 Years of Hosting Community Soccer Tournament
After a two-year hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic, Food City’s annual soccer tournament, Copa Food City, returns to the Phoenix Events Complex (2209...
Bashas’ Holds Family-Friendly Halloween Celebrations in Stores on Sat. Oct. 29
Arizona families across the state are invited to creep and crawl into their neighborhood Bashas’ supermarket for some fun-filled holiday treats and activities the...
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Employees to Fill 1,000 JoyJars...
In support of the Jessie Rees Foundation, an estimated 170 Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona employees will volunteer their time to fill 1,000 JoyJars with toys,...
Bashas’ Announces Promotions
Three new appointments within Bashas’ Family of Stores are bolstering talent among the leadership teams at two of their brands, AJ’s Fine Foods and...
Bashas’ Names C4 Foundation the Winner of $50,000 Donation in Charity...
Culminating its weeks-long Community Choice Charity Challenge, Bashas’ named C4 Foundation the grand prize winner of a $50,000 donation during a special event at...
Bashas’ to Donate $50,000 to a Lucky Nonprofit Sept. 23
Supermarket chain will announce which one charity (out of 10 finalists) received the most online votes from the community; Trey Basha will present that...
Kierland OktoberWest Festival to Take Place Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022
Get ready to clap your hands and stomp your feet as The Westin Kierland Resort in Scottsdale will soon host its inaugural OktoberWest Festival,...
Downtown Tempe Plans Sunday Fun-Days to Kick off Fall-O-Ween
It’s sure to be a fun-filled fall with the return of several popular family-friendly fun events in Downtown Tempe. Favorites like the Second Sundays...
Optima Medical Welcomes New Physician Assistant to Sierra Vista Office
Optima Medical, Arizona’s leading primary care provider, announces Anna Inserra, PAI-C, has joined its team to deliver personalized healthcare in the southwestern region of...
Food City Spices Things Up for Hatch Green Chile Season
While many of us cannot wait for cooler temperatures to arrive, it is about to get a lot hotter throughout the state due to...
Phoenix Children’s Hospital KTAR Give-A-Thon
Now in its 22nd year, Give-A-Thon is the country’s largest radiothon for a children’s hospital. Last year’s event raised $1.8 million for Phoenix Children’s...
Phoenix Walk for 1 in 100
Join the Adult Congenital Heart Association on Nov. 6 as we walk for the more than 2.5 million people living with congenital heart disease...
All Arizonans at Risk for Monkeypox; Stigmatizing Helps No One
The outbreak of monkeypox puts all Arizonans at potential risk for the infection that is rarely fatal.According to a...
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Foundation opens grant application window,...
The Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Foundation for Community & Health Advancement announced today that it has opened its discretionary grant application window...
Plexus Worldwide Hosts 7500 at Ignite Convention
More than 7500 Attend Plexus Worldwide’s 2022 Ignite ConventionHealth and Wellness Company Launches Plexus Reset and Recognizes Leading Brand Ambassadors From Around the World Scottsdale,...
Tuesday Night Pickleball™ Launches at Jigsaw Health in Scottsdale
Meet professional pickleball players and learn more about the fastest growing sport in the U.S. (July 28, 2022 – Scottsdale, Ariz.) Introducing Tuesday Night Pickleball™,...
Oregano’s Supports Phoenix Children’s Hospital with Limited Time Menu
The fresh, new Oregano’s flavors have arrived! Introducing the Ciabatta Bing Ciabatta Boom sandwich and Cool Cat Carbonara, available for a limited time! For...
Bashas’ launches a 90-day celebration for its 90th anniversary
Bashas’ will begin a 90-day celebration this month to commemorate its 90th anniversary. From grocery card giveaways and an attempt to break a GUINNESS...
Brighter Way Dental Institute, Jacksonville University Launch Dental Implant Residency Program
Brighter Way Dental Institute, which provides oral and dental care to individuals experiencing homelessness, veterans and low-income individuals and families, has been named as an...
Two New Early Childhood Enrollment and Resource Centers Celebrate Grand Opening...
The doors are about to open on two critical new community centers created to help an underserved area of the community improve access to...
Creighton Academy Enrollment and Resource Center Celebrates Grand Opening and Open...
The doors are about to open on a critical new community resource created to help an underserved area of the community improve access to...
Concretes for a Cause
From June 13-17 visit any participating Culver's and treat yourself to a Concrete Mixer for the annual Concretes for a Cause event! $1 from...
Naturopathic Physician Announces New Radio Show ‘Your Health is Wealth’
Dr. Steven Katz, a certified Naturopathic physician and the owner of Naturopathic Physicians Group, is excited to announce his brand-new radio show titled, ‘Your...
Bashas’ Announces EBT SNAP Online Acceptance for Same-Day Grocery Delivery and...
Shoppers looking for accessibility and convenience have a new option for their grocery purchases. Bashas’ more than 100 grocery stores across Arizona are now...
Bashas’ Invites Arizonans to Get Nostalgic to Celebrate its 90th Anniversary
As it prepares to officially celebrate 90 years of serving Arizona later this year, Bashas’ is inviting Arizonans across the state to look back...
Education Forward Arizona and Freeport-McMoRan Foundation Partnership Expands to Support 200...
The Freeport-McMoRan Foundation recently announced an investment of $6 million to increase access to higher education for Native American students as part of an...
Bashas’ Brings the Carnival to Town for This Year’s Donut Flavor...
Vivid fluorescent lights, childlike squeals of delight, and an unmistakable aroma of sunshine, machine oil, and sweet, sticky indulgences. These are sights, sounds, and...
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Holds Free Medicare Information Sessions
Healthcare needs can radically change as people age, which makes having a keen understanding of Medicare options vital. With more options than ever before,...
18th Annual Native American Indian Disability Summit is April 1
The 18th annual Native American Indian Disability Summit, under the theme “Gathering Native Voices to Build Strength Through Unity,” is Friday, April 1 from 8...
SCNM and Tempe Fire Department Collaborate to Promote Holistic Wellness
Community Partnership Aims to Educate and Support Servicemen Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine & Health Sciences (SCNM) and the Tempe Fire Department are proud to...
Mission of Mercy to Host Spring Into Wellness Walk & Health...
Mission of Mercy Arizona (MOM), a Phoenix-based nonprofit dedicated to providing free primary medical care and medications to those in need, will host the...
Local Tattoo Removal Salon Patenting New Method That Removes Scarring and...
PHOENIX – Delete Tattoo Removal & Medical Salon, a Valley business serving patients for more than 11 years, has introduced a new, highly-effective patent...
GiGi’s Playhouse Phoenix to Open GiGiFIT Studio
New Program Will Help Children and Adults with Down Syndrome to Improve Low Muscle ToneGiGi’s Playhouse, a one-of-a-kind achievement center for individuals with Down...
Cancer Support Community Arizona CEO Receives Fellowship Award
Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust selected Cancer Support Community Arizona CEO Debbie DiCarlo as a recipient of one of its nine Piper Fellowship award...
Raley’s Completes Purchase of the Bashas’ Company
Raley’s has announced the completion of the Bashas’ acquisition. As previously shared, Raley’s had entered into a definitive agreement to purchase all the assets...
Think Outside the Garden Box, Holiday Gifts that Give Back
Fresh, locally-grown produce boxes are a unique gift that help support the Valley’s homeless and food insecure. This holiday season, Valley nonprofit group Project Roots AZ, is selling produce boxes and produce...
12 Different Ways to Help Local Families Facing Cancer This Holiday...
While there are many different local nonprofits to choose from and give back to this holiday season, a local nonprofit with a small but...
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Grants More than $395,370 to...
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona’s Mobilize AZ initiative has awarded grants to seven local community organizations, providing funding to help combat diabetes and...
Area Agency on Aging Can Help Navigate Medicare Options
The Area Agency on Aging’s Benefits Assistance Program can help individuals navigate often-confusing and complicated Medicare options whether during the current enrollment period as...
Victor Avila Named Development Director at Aunt Rita’s Foundation
Victor Avila, who had been with Phoenix Pride since 2016, most recently as Development Manager, has been named...
Valley Man’s Biz is Helping Valley Veterans Live a Safer and...
During the global pandemic, many people opted to move elderly and disabled family members out of nursing homes and assisted living facilities to mitigate the chance of contracting...
Movember at the Mint Addresses Men’s Health Issues & Promotes Early...
Mint Cannabis, operator of Arizona’s largest dispensary, has joined efforts with Cancer Support Community Arizona (CSCAZ) to launch a “Movember at the Mint” campaign....
Final Title X (ten) Family Planning Rule Lifts Harmful Restrictions, Puts...
The US Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) has released its final rule for the Title X program, rescinding Trump-era restrictions and putting...
6 Health Clinics Earn Certification for Establishing Youth-Centered Practices
Health clinics in Maryvale, Oro Valley, Peoria, Phoenix and Scottsdale have been certified for youth-centered practices designed to...
Residents Rights Month Celebrates Dignity of Long-Term Care Residents
PHOENIX, Ariz. (Sept. 30, 2021): Home is where you live. For 1.4 million Americans, that is a nursing home....
Cancer Support Community Arizona to Host Free Virtual Workshop
What is going to happen when I am gone? It is a question no one wants to think about. Yet it is something that...
ASU Prep Digital Helps Schools to Reduce Student Learning Loss Due...
After powering through a year or more of remote and hybrid learning due to COVID, a significant share of traditional school districts are returning...
Jill Foley, CPA, Elected to Arizona Family Health Partnership Board of...
Jill P. Foley, CPA, managing partner at Four Leaf Financial and Accounting, PLLC, has been elected to the Arizona Family Health Partnership board of...
Walgreens Wrist-Band Campaign Supporting AIDS Walk Goes Through Sunday
PHOENIX, Ariz. (Sept. 13, 2021): Walgreens is making it very easy to support AIDS Walk Arizona, the state’s largest gathering to support people living...
Invest in Black-Owned Businesses by Supporting Their Passions
Invest in Black-Owned Businesses by Supporting Their Passions As a Black business owner, I know the value of bringing more visibility and support toward Black-owned...
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Announces New General Manager
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona recently appointed Joe Greenberg as the new General Manager of its Commercial Business Segment.In his role, Greenberg will...
CORE Institute Doctor Named to Governor’s Telehealth Committee
Dr. William Thompson of The CORE Institute Named to Gov. Doug Ducey’s Telehealth Task ForceTaskforce Aims to Create Longstanding Policy for Telemedicine in Arizona Phoenix,...
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona to Award $400,000 in Grants...
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona (BCBSAZ) will grant $400,000 to local organizations to help reverse the diabetes trend and its impact on Arizonans....
Ability360: Reconsider Decision Denying Paralympic Athlete’s Personal Care Attendant to Attend...
Ability360 is deeply concerned over the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee’s (USOPC) decision to deny Becca Meyers’ request to have her mother accompany...
Aunt Rita’s Foundation Has 3 Big Upcoming Events
Aunt Rita’s Foundation, whose mission is to end HIV in all Arizona communities among every demographic at a time...
#SOULSUNDAY YOGA at Quasar Quantum Healing
Join Quasar Quantum Healing the third Sunday of every month for #SoulSunday, an evening yoga flow with Debbie Popiel. Debbie will be running a...
Summer Heat Can Lead to Dehydration, Medical Issues
Make the right beverage choice to stay properly hydrated all summer long Jigsaw Health, a family-owned and operated vitamin and supplement company in North Scottsdale,...
What Causes Bloating, Weight Gain and How Can We Stop It?
One of the most common complaints seen in my medical practice is stomach bloating. This issue leaves patients feeling uncomfortable, gassy, and just plain “blah.”...
Early Bird Registration Opens for Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits Virtual Conference
PHOENIX, Ariz. (June 9, 2021): Early-bird registration has opened for the Alliance of Arizona Nonprofit’s 2021 Engage Conference featuring four half-days of virtual programming throughout August...
Human Services Campus Launches $25 Million Mike McQuaid Legacy Fund Initiative
PHOENIX, Ariz. (June 8, 2021): Mike McQuaid always believed that “homelessness is a solvable problem.” Beginning with his days serving meals at the Andre House...
Dr. Thuy Ngo Joins Brighter Way Institute Serving Vulnerable Populations
PHOENIX, Ariz. (May 25, 2021): Brighter Way Institute, now in its 20th year of providing comprehensive oral health care for vulnerable and uninsured children, adults, veterans, individuals...
Love Aunt Rita’s Fund-Raising Campaign Heading Toward $50K Goal
PHOENIX, Ariz. (May 20, 2021): With 15 percent of individuals infected with HIV across all cultures, ethnicities, communities, demographics and lifestyles not realizing they...
Jimmy Thomason Named Executive Director at Aunt Rita’s Foundation
PHOENIX, Ariz. (May 20, 2021): Jimmy Thomason, who spent 12 years with Bank of America, most recently as Vice President of Global Human Resources,...
Local Yoga Studio Takes Adaptive Approach to Exercise for Those Living...
Individuals with chronic illness and injury often struggle with the ability to enjoy daily activities. Ashley Sayaloune is working to create yoga programs...
Video:CBD: What Really Is it?
What is CBD? I get that question quite often from my patients. Unless you are part of the CBD, Cannabis or Marijuana world, there...
STD Testing Negatively Impacted by COVID-19
April is STD awareness month. According to recently released data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are at...
The Mint Prepares for First 4/20 Celebration Following Recreational-Use Designation in...
Against a lively backdrop featuring a DJ, games, free food and giveaways, the Mint plans to celebrate 4/20 in a big way, from April...
Tempe Prep Knights Baseball on Winning Streak
By Hayden Sampson There are few things better than the feeling of winning, and it does not always stick around. However, the Tempe Prep boys...
Health Fair Supports Rural Families in Celebration of Cesar Chavez Day
César Chávez Day is observed in the United States on March 31 each year. It celebrates the birthday of César Estrada Chávez and serves...
More than 89,000 Arizonans Could be Newly Eligible for Greater Health...
The subsidy expansion under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 could allow more than 89,000 uninsured Arizonans to be eligible for health insurance...
Locally-owned workplace wellness company is helping Valley residents get back to...
Logistics around a "vaccine passport" are still up for debate, but in the near future, showing proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test...
Should Women in their 40s, 50s, Still See the Gynecologist?
Annual well-woman check-ups are vital to feminine health, no matter the age of the patient. For women in their 20s and 30s gynecologists are...
Phoenix Residents Can Now Enjoy A New Wellness Spa, Hydrate IV...
Hydrate IV Bar, a collective of IV therapy spas based in Colorado, has expanded out-of-state for the first time with a Phoenix-based spa that’s...
The Mint Dispensary Marks 4th Anniversary
The Mint Dispensary is celebrating its 4th anniversary all month long by giving a free infused edible (no purchase necessary) to patients and customers...
Vaginal Rejuvenation – Hollywood Fad or Lifesaver for Patients with Urinary...
One of the newest trends in plastic surgery for U.S. women is vaginal rejuvenation. While many females might chuckle at the need to tighten...
UNMET Jobs Launches across Arizona for Employers and Job Seekers; Month-Long...
UNMET Jobs, in partnership with the Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA), is hosting a virtual, month-long hiring event for both employers and jobseekers across the...
Tooth Fairy Giving Reaches an All-time High
Got a fiver for that tooth? According to a new survey from Delta Dental of Arizona, the Tooth Fairy does! Findings from Delta Dental’s...
13th Annual “Keep Our Planet Neat, Recycle Your Car Seat”
Has your child outgrown their seat? Is it expired? Has it been in an accident?... Don’t throw it out – RECYCLE IT! NARPRO (Network of...
Bodify, Arizona’s Leading CoolSculpting® Boutique, Announces Its Newest CoolSculpting Elite System
Bodify, Arizona’s leading CoolSculpting boutique, has received the newest CoolSculpting device on the market, CoolSculpting Elite. Bodify was one of 10 practices chosen nationwide...