VISION HEALTH ARTICLES
Humility and Respect for the Past
It was more than thirty-five years ago, but I remember it like yesterday. I was editor of St. George Magazine, a publication I and a couple of partners had willed into existence just three years earli... ...more
Community ,March/April 2024
March 02, 2024•6 min read
Crowned with Courage
When Janene Burton’s flight home from her vacation was delayed by a day, causing her to miss the deadline to get on the ballot for Santa Clara City Council, she took steps—thousands of them—to ensure ... ...more
Community ,March/April 2024
March 02, 2024•5 min read
Now Is the Time to Build Resilience
Resilience in relationships is about weathering storms, growing through challenges, and emerging stronger together. It’s the juice that helps maintain a healthy, lasting bond, and it is super romantic... ...more
March/April 2024 ,Relationships
March 01, 2024•4 min read
Mayor's Message
The message from St. George residents was unmistakable as a resounding 63 percent of voters approved the General Obligation Trails, Parks, and Recreation Bond (G.O. Bond) on the November ballot. Your ... ...more
Community ,March/April 2024
March 01, 2024•2 min read
No Really, Why Is Pickleball So Popular? Two Reasons for Its Explosive Growth
Perhaps you’ve heard the news: pickleball is popular. Like fastest-growing-sport-in-America popular, with a 21 percent increase in players between 2019 and 2020. Or, once-in-the-morning-and-once-at-ni... ...more
Fitness ,March/April 2024 &Outdoor Recreation
March 01, 2024•4 min read
St. George Pizza Factory Celebrates Forty-Five Years of “Custom-Built Goodness” in 2024
The Pizza Factory St. George, located in the historic Ancestor Square, has become one of the most well-known tourist stops in southern Utah over the past forty-five years. “We have customers who say t... ...more
Community ,March/April 2024 &Restaurants
March 01, 2024•3 min read
Spring into Cleaning Mental Clutter
The study and practice of addiction counseling and recreation therapy have helped me better understand certain aspects of human behavior, including the negative impact mental clutter has on our health... ...more
March/April 2024
March 01, 2024•3 min read
Optimizing the Quality of Your Ketamine Experience
The last few years have seen an explosion of interest in ketamine and psychedelic medicine. When I opened Satori Health several years ago, I started with the philosophy that the quality of the ketamin... ...more
Fitness ,March/April 2024
March 01, 2024•2 min read
Arthritis Sufferers Finding Relief with Vista Healthcare
Rheumatology issues pose unique challenges for healthcare professionals and patients due to their intricate nature. Often chronic or lifelong, these diseases are elusive to diagnose and necessitate a ... ...more
Fitness ,March/April 2024
March 01, 2024•3 min read
Clean and Green: DIY Recipes for Your Spring Cleaning
In the annual whirlwind of spring cleaning, Amanda found herself face-to-face with a neglected kitchen cabinet. Armed with a homemade cleaning solution, she embarked on a mission to restore the cabine... ...more
March/April 2024
March 01, 2024•4 min read
Pet Allergies and Intolerances Unleashed
Allergies are not just a human woe; our furry friends can also suffer from these pesky reactions. Much like people, pets can be allergic or be intolerant to a variety of things ranging from common env... ...more
Pet Health ,March/April 2024
March 01, 2024•3 min read
The Triangle of Awareness and Intuitive Eating
he Triangle of Awareness is a form of mindfulness, a way of paying attention to present moment experiences. Imagine a triangle with its three sides and three corners; each corner of the triangle repre... ...more
March/April 2024 ,General Wellness &Mental and Emotional Health
March 01, 2024•5 min read
Your Body Machine
As we mature, we gain more knowledge. We learn that germs, exposure, antibodies, disease, and even some genetics will influence our overall health. In the face of these facts, we gradually lose our in... ...more
March/April 2024 ,General Wellness &Physical Health
March 01, 2024•5 min read
Five Keys to a Complete Financial Plan
Financial health is as crucial as physical health, yet it is often neglected. In the journey of life, financial planning acts as the backbone, supporting and securing the future. The key to a successf... ...more
Economic Health ,March/April 2024 &Financial Health
March 01, 2024•3 min read
A Word of Warning to the Empath
By definition, an empath is a person who literally feels the emotions of those around them. This is not intentional and is usually not understood on the conscious level. It is not uncommon for an empa... ...more
March/April 2024 ,Mental and Emotional Health
March 01, 2024•5 min read
What Is a Cataract?
You’ve probably heard of a cataract. Maybe your parents had them. Maybe your friend or neighbor had theirs removed. Maybe you’ve been told you have them. More than thirty million people in the U.S. ar... ...more
Fitness ,March/April 2024
March 01, 2024•2 min read
Career Ready: Three Strategies to Prepare Teens for Life after School
For some time, heading to college or joining the workforce have been the standard choices for teens upon high school graduation. Today, in part due to technology and social media, students have access... ...more
Community ,Education &March/April 2024
March 01, 2024•5 min read
UTU President's Message
Prior to being named the interim president, I served as the associate vice president of executive affairs and chief of staff at Utah Tech University. In this role, I helped implement our strategic pla... ...more
Community ,Education &March/April 2024
March 01, 2024•2 min read
Three Weeks to a Healthier Relationship
Our love relationships are where we turn for nurture and security, but when certain topics appear to be off-limits, the relationship becomes guarded rather than secure. Conversations going the rounds ... ...more
March/April 2024 ,Relationships
March 01, 2024•4 min read
Warm Ups and Workouts That Will Boost Your Pickleball Performance
People who play pickleball become more active faster, see improved hand-eye coordination, and increase cardiovascular health. However, if you are not physically strong and prepared, the chance of inju... ...more
Fitness ,March/April 2024 &Physical Health
March 01, 2024•4 min read
Discover Career-Driven Education
Mark your calendars for Tuesday, April 2! Dixie Technical College is opening its doors for the most epic event of the year: Get the Scoop! Everyone is invited to come check out the campus, meet the in... ...more
Community ,Education &March/April 2024
March 01, 2024•1 min read
Now Is A Good Time to Own A Home
Climbing interest rates—coupled with high home prices—created obstacles for many potential buyers in 2023, but with interest rates projected to continue to drop this new year and home prices seeing a ... ...more
Economic Health ,Real Estate &March/April 2024
March 01, 2024•2 min read
The Origins of Anesthesia
After dental procedures, I’m often asked by patients who are gratefully numb, “What did people do before anesthesia?” Can you imagine having a tooth drilled or pulled without anesthetic? I’m sure the ... ...more
March/April 2024 ,Dental Health
March 01, 2024•2 min read
If You Could Turn Back Time: Reclaiming Yourself Again
The ups and downs of life come and go, but when we go through too many difficult circumstances over a relatively short period of time, it can be hard to fully retain the good feelings, experiences, an... ...more
March/April 2024 ,General Wellness &Mental and Emotional Health
March 01, 2024•3 min read
Vision Loss Is Preventable with Regular Checkups
A recent study showed that 38 percent of Americans don’t have an eye doctor, 63 percent don’t have vision care insurance, and 58 percent report blurred vision, nearsightedness, and other vision issues... ...more
Community ,March/April 2024 &Vision Health
March 01, 2024•2 min read
Kick the Sick
Boosting your immune system at the first sign of feeling ill is crucial for maintaining good health and preventing the spread and/or the duration of an illness. Here are some key benefits of proactive... ...more
March/April 2024 ,General Wellness
March 01, 2024•4 min read
Seven Steps to Start Growing Produce at Home
Growing your own produce is an all-around smart practice, from the money you’ll save at the grocery store to the contributions you can make toward a cleaner planet. Maintaining a garden takes some eff... ...more
Community ,March/April 2024 &General Wellness
March 01, 2024•3 min read
Hunger Versus Craving, Belly Versus Brain
Hunger is controlled by gut-brain neurochemical signals originating in the stomach that tell your brain you are hungry or full. Hunger is a physical feeling that doesn’t go away and intensifies if you... ...more
Nutrition ,March/April 2024 &General Wellness
March 01, 2024•4 min read
To Trainer or Not to Trainer
I’m a huge advocate for just plain getting outside. There really aren’t many things I would rather do than jump on my mountain bike and ride some sweet trails in the desert or the woods. Breathing in ... ...more
Fitness ,March/April 2024
March 01, 2024•3 min read
It Is Easier than You Think to Finance a Home in a Resort Development
Even among professionals in the industry, there is a lot of misinformation about the types of financing available for resort-type units. Realtors and property managers tend to rely on their experienc... ...more
Real Estate ,March/April 2024
March 01, 2024•2 min read
Lesson From Harry Caray
I loved watching Cubs baseball and listening to Harry Caray’s distinct cadence and unrestrained enthusiasm when calling a game. For me, Harry Caray was a master at creating a shared language and a com... ...more
March/April 2024 ,General Wellness Mental and Emotional Health &Letter From the Editor
March 01, 2024•3 min read
Balancing Act: Tips and Tricks for Fall Prevention and Wellness
Pets. Pickleball. Puddles. These are the top offenders that are causing St. George residents to experience ground-level falls and sending them to the emergency room. What is the solution? Send the pet... ...more
Fitness ,March/April 2024
March 01, 2024•3 min read
Retirement Is Like Heaven
It has been said that retirement is like heaven. Both describe a beautiful future life, yet when it comes down to it, few are ready to go and even fewer volunteer to go early. ...more
Economic Health ,March/April 2024
March 01, 2024•4 min read
Pickleball Injuries: Play Safe to Stay in the Game
Pickleball has rapidly gained popularity among people of all ages due to its accessibility and fun gameplay. However, like other sports, it comes with its risks of injury. According to pickleheads.com... ...more
Fitness ,March/April 2024 &Physical Health
March 01, 2024•4 min read
Lessons I Learned from Wrestling
I struggled with the decision of whether or not to quit wrestling until I attended a tournament in the summer of 2023 called the Black Hawk with the Hurricane High School wrestling team. It was... ...more
Community ,Education &March/April 2024
February 23, 2024•4 min read
