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Today marks the first day of a new season and one of my favorites: fall. As we say so long to summer and swap our swimsuits for sweaters, we look ahead to new and exciting memories to come...

People who got COVID-19 had a higher risk of dangerous blood clots for close to a year later, according to a large new study on the aftereffects of a SARS-CoV-2 infection during the period before vaccines became available.

After having a heart attack, people with autoimmune disease are more likely than others to die or experience further serious heart problems, including a second heart attack, new research finds.

Fewer than 30% of older adults who need more intensive treatment for high blood pressure actually get it, new research shows. And the problem may be worsening.

My colleague reluctantly moved to a new city to be closer to her daughter. She is shy and worriedly asked, “where can I meet friends?”

I will be 80 in October 2022. I do not have a problem with aging. It’s better than the alternative. I read this years ago and still think they are great words to live by...

Entertaining is a big part of this season. Calendars are packed this time of year with gatherings with friends, family and professional colleagues.

Let’s consider a few of the most common medical emergencies that occur in the wilderness when you are miles, and hours, away from help. That routine day hike or lake visit can turn bad ...

Scooter was born approximately May 15, and this little guy was being given away at a car wash.

It won’t take long for super sweet Sadie to show her adopters what a friendly, playful, and loving kitty she is.

Meet Ace, an almost 2-year-old Pit Bull. Ace and her friend, Deuce, came to the shelter in May as strays.

Meet a very special, 3-year-old tabby girl, named Sophie. She was fostered by one of our volunteers with her siblings when they were just babies.

Are you looking for that special lady? Well, she’s waiting for you right here at Yavapai Humane Society!

There are those of us who, because of knee or hip pain, or other reasons, are not able to walk briskly. Does that mean that we shouldn’t bother to walk at all?

I will admit that I am a controlling daughter-in-law. I suffered childhood abuse of many kinds ...

A CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) volunteer is needed to serve as an advocate for siblings Daniel, David and D’Lynn, who are all school-aged children.

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Courier digital subscribers can print this Sudoku Puzzle challenge. This feature will print on standard 8.5x11-inch paper.

Dear Annie: We're in a bit of a crisis here. My daughter has gone through a messy divorce.

DEAR DR. ROACH: I'm a 71-year-old female with no children, but I did have an ectopic pregnancy at age 43.

September VIPs at Bradshaw Mountain Middle School. The nominations were presented by Principal Jessica Bennett.

At the Lake Valley Elementary School on Wednesday, Sept. 14, the Yavapai County Community Health Services honored their selection with the Yavapai Healthy School Award, a recognition offered to schools that are viewed as providing exceptional health and nutrition opportunities to their students.

Acorn Montessori, a preschool to 8 charter school in Prescott Valley, hosts monthly career preparation seminars for students with local professionals in various fields, including this past Monday a visit with Yavapai County Attorney Sheila Polk.

The Prescott Coin Club this year celebrates it’s 50 year membership in the American Numismatic Association (ANA), the largest and most prestigious national organization dedicated to the study of numismatics and the hobby of coin collecting.

Melissa Smithers’ flight credits on American Airlines have expired. But wait! Doesn’t she have a screenshot of the vouchers showing that she still has a few months?