St. George Health & Wellness Magazine July/August 2018

FITNESS | NUTRITION | CULTURE | HEALTH | ACTIVE AGING | MIND/BODY | ECONOMICS | FAMILY

COVER STORY: The Pioneer Legacy Lives On / 14 INSIDE: DRMC Continues To Grow Together / 16 An Exceptional High School Experience. No Exceptions / 72 Family Medicine Provides A Valuable Service / 84

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Fitness Dixie Regional Center Campuses are Growing Together..........................16 Riding with Newbies...............................18 Wonderous Warriors: Carol Zerilli – Attitude is All.....................................20 Improve Your Sports Performance with Functional Strength Training..............23

Targeted Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy.......38 Hydration and the Human Body..............41 Functional Fat Burning...........................43 Stem Cells, Allograft Tissue and Platelet-Rich Plasma...........................45 Wisdom Teeth: Why Do We Have Them?.........................................46 Acne Vulgaris: Should I be Treated?.........48 Time to do Something About Your Painful Shoulder...................................51 Getting to know Rocky Vista University............................................53 Shingles Pain: Promising Treatment for Postherpetic Neuralgia...................54 Transparency in Medicine: Know the Costs...................................56 Summer Strong: Safe Ways to Stay Fit in the St. George Heat..........................57 Eliminate Loose Lower Dentures with the Subperioteal Implant.............58

JULY/AUGUST 2018 On The Cover: Come Celebrate the Pioneer Legacy of our area this 24th of July

Mind/Body Affirmations: Accessing Your Mind's Power.....................................60 Letting In: The Other Side of Letting Go..........................................62

Nutrition

Dining Guide..........................................24 Restaurant Journeys: Angelica's Mexican Grill.....................................25 Living Food: Discover the Health Benefits of Microgreens.....................................26 Take Charge This Summer: Eat Better, Feel Better, Live Better........................29

Culture Life Lessons of Fishing and Fathers........30 Trailblazers Go Global............................33 Buy Local: Rescue Alert..........................34 Tan's Treats: Giving Children Nutrition They Need to Succeed.........................36

Active Aging

What is Your Favorite Sound?.................64 Simple Financial Management – Peace of Mind and Less Stress............65

Economics

A Little Help with Interest Rates............66 SITLA: Improving the Way Development is Done.........................68 Six Things You Should Know About Mutual Funds......................................70

Family An Exceptional High School Experience. No Exceptions..................72 St. George's Drinking Hour.....................74 Music, Magic, Memories Made at Tuacahn This Season............................76 Are we Losing the Art of Listening?........78 Youth Diaries: Push Your Boundaries.....81 Don't Fence Me In.................................83 Family Medicine Provides a Valuable Service...................................84 Summer Travel with Your Pet.................86 Always Remember Love.........................88 Finding Purpose in Life..........................89 Hidden Signs of Depression....................91 What is Amino Acid Therapy?................92

Departments

Mayoral Message.........................................7 Trailblazer Nation – Letter from the President......................10 Rocky Vista Message – Letter from the Dean............................12 Calendar of Events....................................94 Quick Resource Guide..............................96 Featured Directory Listings.......................97

The way we talk about sexual violence matters. Our words can be used to foster a culture of safety, respect, and equality that stops sexual violence before it happens. Or to show support for survivors, shutdown harmful misconceptions, promote consent, and to practice healthy communication with children. Our voices matter now more than ever. How will you use yours to help end sexual assault, harassment, and rape? DOVE Center is our local resource for those who have experienced domestic abuse and sexual assault. DOVE can help. Please reach out.

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sghw | FWR EO LML TNHEES ESD I T O R Summer has always been a favorite time of year for our family. Admittedly, we are still adjusting to the high temperatures, but we’ve found that no matter where we live, we have to embrace the pros and cons and adapt to our surroundings. We’ve come to realize that living in Southern Utah means being smart about when and what we do outdoors. We especially appreciate recreational activities that include water, and we love monsoon season!

We are really looking forward to the fun family vacations and stay-cations we have planned for the summer. The hike to Kanarraville Falls is still on our bucket list as well as some hikes in Zion National Park that are near water. Every year, we get together with Justin’s family around the 4th of July for family water days. We camp out and play all sorts of water games and activities with the adults and the children.

To make it more fun, friendly competitions and a little trash talking are usually involved. Everyone gets soaked while memories are created year after year. We love our family tradition and hope that you have fun traditions of your own. Life is too short, so make time for memories.

One of the topics for this issue is safety. We were recently at a friend’s pool when we had a scare with one of our girls. (They are just under 2 years old.) With lots of family around, we were each taking turns playing with our girls in the water. We had them on rafts and were pulling them around when one of our girls decided to get off the raft. She immediately began to sink into the water. Justin saw it happen and sprang into action to pull her out right away, but it gave us a big scare and reminded us how quickly these things happen! As you’re out playing and enjoying the summer, be extra cautious when there is a lot going on around you. More accidents and tragedies occur when there are distractions. As you appreciate and play in this beautiful southern Utah area, please be sure to use plenty of sunscreen, stay hydrated, carry extra water, take someone with you when hiking, keep your guard up, and keep an eye on your children at all times, especially when you are with a large group of people.

Do you want to start a new tradition for Utah Pioneer Day on July 24th? We are thrilled to invite you to celebrate this holiday with us. Last year, we were pleased to have strong community support as we produced The Pioneer Legacy at Dixie State University’s football stadium. We had an overwhelmingly positive response and will be back again this year. We hope you’ll join us as we honor and celebrate our state’s history and the sacrifices made by the early pioneers who settled this area. For more information, see our cover article on pages 14-15, or visit www.thepioneerlegacy.com for more complete information.

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MAYO R A L M E S S AG E

Summer in Southern Utah. I am pretty sure all of you are thoroughly enjoying vacations, family reunions, swimming, gardening, and all those outdoor activities available to us, that make this area so attractive to live in, and to visit. It's no wonder we are the fastest growing area in the United States. What a wonderful opportunity for all of us to get to know new neighbors, make everlasting friendships, cultivate a sense of community, and find ways to serve each other.

I believe it was Ralph Waldo Emerson who said; "The purpose of life is not to be happy. It is to be useful, to be honorable, to be compassionate, to have it make some difference that you have lived, and lived well."

No one is useless in this world who lightens the burdens of another. We can make a difference in the lives of others. Let's look around and see where that difference can start for you. Try this out: Go and do something for someone who could never repay you.

You know, I am starting to believe that this world is just a place for us to learn that we need each other more than we want to admit. Making a difference starts with each of us.

Hope you have a fantastic summer!

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As the new academic year rapidly approaches, I am proud to share that Dixie State University is offering new programs to prepare students to fill Southern Utah’s workforce shortages and meet the region’s health and wellness needs.

As part of Dixie State’s focus on supplying the workforce with a pipeline of talented graduates, we are expanding programs that are in the highest demand. For example, the Fall 2018 semester ushers in the opening of DSU’s pre-licensure Bachelor’s in Science nursing program.

The four-year degree benefits patients, families, and the community by offering healthcare providers an education that emphasizes leadership, population health, and the translation of research into practice. Furthermore, baccalaureate-trained nurses design and implement care for highly complex patients who are chronically ill or transitioning between care settings.

According to the Utah Nursing Consortium, our state has the fourthlowest nurse-to-population ratio in the country and the shortage of registered nurses continues to expand. Specifically, there are more than 1,200 unfilled full-time registered nurse positions in Utah, with an expected national nursing shortage of 1 million by 2020. This new degree allows Dixie State to accept more students into our nursing program and do our part in tightening this gap.

This fall, Dixie State also is starting to offer a bachelor’s degree in molecular biology-biochemistry. This interdisciplinary science program merges the study of chemistry, biology, and health sciences to prepare students for careers in areas such as precision medicine, pharmaceutical sciences, forensics, and biotechnology.

Additionally, Dixie State was approved this spring to create emphases in Pre-Physical Therapy and Pre-Occupational Therapy

in our existing Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science program. These additions will prepare students to meet the extensive entrance requirements for Doctor of Physical Therapy and Master of Occupational Therapy programs.

Offering Southern Utah more healthcare training opportunities, the University of Utah opened its Physician Assistant Program on the Dixie State University campus to its first cohort of students this May. A collaboration between the U of U School of Medicine and Dixie State, the program is housed Richard “Biff” Williams in DSU’s Russell C. Taylor Health President of Sciences Center on the campus of Dixie Dixie State University Regional Medical Center.

The graduate program prepares students to examine patients, diagnose injuries and illnesses, and provide treatment collaboratively with their supervising physicians. For the first 15 months of the 27-month program, students will be taught primarily in a classroom setting. The universities are working with Dixie Regional Medical Center and other regional providers to allow students to work with physicians in the community during their second year of the program for their clinical training.

The new academic year is shaping up to be a great one, and you won’t want to miss the opportunity to achieve your academic goals. It’s not too late to sign up for classes; get started by visiting explore.dixie.edu.

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How time flies! Our inaugural class completed their first year of medical school and are enjoying a well-deserved summer break. We look forward to their return along with welcoming an additional 135 students who will join us this summer to begin their medical education.

Reflecting on our inaugural year, I marvel at the accomplishments of our students, both academically and in service to the community. This summer we are excited to host our first Pre-Med Academy, where select rising high school seniors will come to campus to undergo an intensive three-day medical school experience taught by our faculty. This unique opportunity will provide local high school students with the opportunity to gain a look inside of medicine, learn about osteopathic medicine and spend time on our campus.

For those not well-versed on osteopathic medicine, D.O.s (Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine) are fully licensed physicians who enjoy all the same rights and privileges as M.D.s. Osteopathic physicians are found in all specialty areas of medicine and in the armed forces (RVU is a top ranked military friendly school and has among the highest percentages of students on military scholarship of any civilian medical school in the country). Our program teaches the comprehensive and holistic approach to modern conventional medicine based upon the principles of body unity, self-healing, and the interrelationship of structure and function. The philosophy of osteopathic medicine is rooted in the belief that the person is a single unit consisting of the body, mind, and spirit. Osteopathic medicine believes that the person’s anatomical structure is closely and reciprocally interrelated with the person’s physiological function. Our curriculum teaches the practice of medicine based on these principles. We believe this is the type of medical practice many patients want and all deserve.

Our campus culture is based on our university’s core values of excellence, diversity, innovation, collegiality, compassion, integrity, and service. We strive to be a service-oriented citizen in our community, a helpful partner in the solution of addressing the looming healthcare shortage crisis, and to be the flagship of osteopathic medical education in Utah.

We are honored to be a member of this community and look forward to be of continued service. To learn more about us, please visit our website at rvu.edu.

To your health,

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The

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errill Osmond, lead singer of the Osmond family, is excited to bring back one of Utah’s largest pioneer fireworks celebrations: The Pioneer Legacy. Merrill’s son Justin Osmond is taking the lead as The Pioneer Legacy enters its second year in St. George, Utah. They are excited to announce their continued partnership with Dixie State University (DSU) and with many other wonderful community members.

This fireworks spectacular and musical will be hosted in the new Trailblazer football stadium on July 24th.

The Pioneer Legacy is a charitable musical event and is free to the public. After a pre-show of skydivers, a patriotic medley from the Southern Utah Heritage Choir, entertainment from Nathan Osmond and Sam Payne, and other surprises, a youth cast of over one hundred members will depict with dance and music the journey of the Dixie Utah pioneers. Sitting under a canopy of stars, attendees will witness wagons, handcarts, music, jaw-dropping entertainment, special guests, and one of the largest fireworks displays in the valley.

The production of The Pioneer Legacy is under the auspices of the Olive Osmond Hearing Fund. The proceeds from this event will benefit both the Olive Osmond Hearing Fund and the Osmond Center for Performing Arts, which is affiliated with the DSU College of the Arts. Their goal is to improve and provide educational, musical, and hearing resources available to the deaf and hard-of-hearing.“You can look at the Osmonds as the entertainment family or whatever else, but the real emphasis behind all of this and why we're doing all of this is to help raise money and awareness for the deaf and hard of hearing world,” Merrill said. Due to many dedicated and committed sponsors and community supporters, The Pioneer Legacy has provided over $110,000 worth of hearing aids for local children and adults.

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Along with keeping Olive Osmond’s legacy alive and helping the deaf community, Justin hopes this show will connect with rising generations. “Our youth tend to forget why we celebrate Pioneer Day,” said Justin.

“They need to understand the sacrifices made by the pioneers so they can better appreciate and enjoy their present day conveniences and accommodations. Every time we've done this event, I’ve noticed the youth always walk away with a change of heart—like they're excited to go find out who their great-greatgrandfather was.”

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he production was created by Merrill Osmond in the 1980s. The first show took place in Osmond’s hometown of Draper, Utah in 1987 with over 12,000 people in attendance. While the show was originally written and performed for the Salt Lake community, it has been revamped to tell the stories of the southern Utah pioneers.

And even though the event is separate from The Days of ‘47, the Osmonds have partnered with The Days of ‘47, Inc. in order to provide this musical and fireworks entertainment for the community.

As producers of the show, the Osmonds will be working with children from all over the state of Utah. The youth cast will dress up as pioneers—complete with raccoon hats

and bonnets—and will use handcarts and wagons on set. Additionally, Native-Americans will share their heritage through traditional dance and costume.

However, it is the fireworks display that makes this event unique. Most events celebrating Pioneer Day have fireworks for the finale, but Justin points out that this event will have fireworks throughout the entire show. “It's like the Bellagio in Vegas with the dancing waters: everything is computerized, synchronized, and right on cue with every beat,” he said. “The fireworks will be telling the story throughout the whole evening.”

Although The Pioneer Legacy highlights the heartaches and sacrifices of the Dixie Pioneers and Native-Americans through

music and choreography, the show will also pay tribute to and honor military members and veterans as well as locale police officers and firemen. And since the DSU mascot has a connection to pioneer history, the Dixie Trailblazers will also be featured.

“This uplifting, good, clean, and family-fun event is for all ages, and our attendees are pioneer lovers at heart,” said Justin. “This is a perfect occasion for anyone who wishes to pay tribute to our beloved pioneers on this annual pioneer holiday. Come early, bring your blankets and lots of water, and get ready to enjoy an evening never to be forgotten.”

Admission is free. Doors are set to open on July 24th at 6:30 p.m. A pre-show will begin at 8:30 p.m., and then Merrill Osmond’s The Pioneer Legacy will start at dusk (approximately 9:20 p.m.) and end with a spectacular fireworks finale. www.ThePioneerLegacy.com St. George Health & Wellness Magazine | July/August 2018 15

Dixie Regional Medical Center 400 East and River Road Campuses are Growing

Together

By Amey Vance In June of 2016, Intermountain Dixie Regional Medical Center kicked off the major $300 million expansion and consolidation endeavor that is the largest construction project in the history of Washington County.

The expansion has more than doubled the size of the existing campus bringing the total hospital space to more than 900,000 square feet.

Now that the construction is nearing completion, the hospital is planning a public grand opening event and tours for the community on September 12-15, 2018. The festivities are themed Growing Together and are a celebration of all of the clinical services on the 400 East campus reuniting with the services on the River Road campus so the hospital can grow together into the future.

“It is exciting to see the hospital growing,” said Mitchell Cloward, CEO and administrator of Dixie Regional Medical Center. “Having all hospital services on one campus means seamless coordination of care, more efficiency, and less redundancy of staff and equipment. Having all hospital services in one location again will transform the patient experience and support our ongoing efforts to offer compassionate, collaborative, cutting-edge healthcare.”

To better serve the community, the new Women and Newborn Center will open in October to house all clinical services for women and newborns. These include: maternal fetal medicine, OB/GYN providers, labor and delivery services, C-section surgical 16 www.saintgeorgewellness.com

rooms, Simply Birth – low intervention birthing rooms, NICU, and mom and baby recovery rooms. Behavioral health will also be located in this building on the top level.

“Dixie Regional Medical Center has expanded and consolidated to meet the demands of our growing community,” said Brian Chadaz, governing board chair of Dixie Regional. “This project enables Dixie Regional Medical Center to continue to offer the great healthcare our community has come to expect and also allowed Dixie Regional to expand specialized services and add new technology.”

The new diagnostic and treatment building – on the northeast corner of the hospital – opened in March and contains all clinical lab services, 50 observation/specialty recovery beds, and two new high-tech surgical suites.

The new neurosurgical suite is home to Intermountain’s first intraoperative MRI. This machine enables surgeons to view updated MRI images during surgery. Across the hall, the new hybrid angioplasty surgical suite is used for catheter based surgical procedures such as transcatheter aortic valve replacement.

“Having cutting edge technology such as the new interoperative MRI for brain surgery in a community the size of ours is amazing,” said Chadaz. “Planning for the ability to house these large technology items was integral to the design for the expansion.

Leaving room for future technology was also important.”

The new East Tower opened in June and houses more of the services previously located on 400 East. Those services include the wound clinic, a larger dual chamber hyperbaric chamber, inpatient Neuro Specialty Rehabilitation, a larger 32-bed adult intensive care unit, a pediatrics unit, and shelled space for future growth. A specially designed rehabilitation terrain park is designed into the courtyard between the East Tower and the existing hospital.

Lastly, the new Intermountain Cancer Center of St. George will open in October and is located in a uniquely designed separate building east of the hospital. The center is 120,000 square feet and will contain all traditional oncology patient services as well as Intermountain Precision Genomics, research labs, a DNA-sequencing facility, and a Stanford Cancer Research Lab. “This expansion project would not have been possible without the tremendous financial support and commitment of our great community,” said Cloward. “The spirit of giving that we have felt over and over again has made Dixie Regional and this expansion project a reality. We are extremely grateful.”

The public is invited to enjoy Opening Night festivities from 7:30-8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 12. “We hope the community will come learn a little more about this expansion and enjoy popcorn, great music and fireworks,” Cloward said. “A few respected leaders will speak; KC Heaton, who is one of our patients, will cut the ribbon; and

then we’ll kick back and enjoy at least a half-hour of beautiful Piano Guys hits. We’re so grateful this amazing group of talented musicians are willing to come perform for us.”

Opening Night will be held in the new east bowl parking lot on Medical Center Drive and is late-summer casual seating: please bring lawn chairs and/or blankets to sit on. There is no charge.

In case of inclement weather, this event will be held in the DSU Burns Arena.

The Piano Guys started locally and have grown together in worldwide popularity through their classically influenced instrumentals and music videos that showcase incredible locations.

Those interested in attending a full-length concert will be pleased to learn the group will be performing at Tuacahn November 8-10.

On September 13 at 5 p.m. a Growing Together Ceremony will commemorate the two hospital campuses becoming one. Selfguided tours will be offered from 3-7 p.m. on both Thursday and Friday. The Growing Together Ceremony will take place at the entrance of the Women and Newborn Center (the building on the northwest corner of the campus).

On Saturday, September 15, public, self-guided tours are offered from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. a variety of screenings and services will also be included as the 28th Annual Dixie Regional Community Health Fair. All tours will be selfguided, assisted by volunteers stationed along the tour route, and Dixie Regional is grateful for their help.

Growing Together Celebrations, Events, and Tours September 12..........................................7:30-8:30 p.m.

Growing Together Celebration featuring The Piano Guys at the east bowl parking lot on Medical Center Drive.

Bring a chair or blanket to sit on. Food trucks will be available.

September 13..................................................5:00 p.m.

Growing Together Ceremony at the entrance to the Women and Newborn Center.

September 13-14.....................................3:00-7:00 p.m.

Public self-guided tours starting at the entrance of the Women and Newborn Center.

September 14..................................................6:00 p.m.

Support the Lions Dixie Round-Up Pink Rodeo, which raises funding for breast cancer services at Dixie Regional Medical Center.

September 15.................................10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.

Self-guided tours starting at the entrance to the Women and Newborn Center. From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Health Fair screenings and services will be offered along the tour route.

Let the LiVe Well Center help you Get Well, Stay Well and LiVe Well for the rest of your life.

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By Jay Bartlett

Let’s assume you’re a seasoned mountain biker and you’d like to introduce your friend or significant other to the joys of getting out into | W E L L N aboard E S Sone of the most fun machines the beautiful desert or mountains ever built. Well, it can go one of two ways. Either fun will be had by all, or it will turn into an ill-tempered forced march where the only outcome is frustration, bruised egos (and possibly body parts) and an unwillingness to ever do that stupid mountain biking thing again!

Remember, as an experienced biker, even though you still work hard to motor up a climb or have to concentrate sharply to clean a section of trail, you have a skill set that allows you to manage your efforts. Things that seem easy to you can be quite daunting to someone just getting started. In other words, you have forgotten how it was to be a beginner.

Too many times have I heard the tales of woe from someone whose “buddy” took them on their very first mountain bike ride some place like Gooseberry Mesa — a place that most would consider upper-intermediate. Needless to say, when you’re faced with having to sprint up a ten foot tall slab of sandstone when you don’t even know the proper gear to be in, or how to distribute your weight on the bike to maintain traction and momentum, the chance of a spill greatly increases, and the fun quotient goes way down. What’s worse perhaps, is when said trail is tackled with equipment the newbie isn’t familiar with. Things like clipless pedals — the type where you are connected to the bike via a cleat on your shoe that needs to be disengaged with a “learned” movement of your foot. Again, a recipe for frustration and maybe injury. It’s really not much fun to push a bike around all afternoon... you might as well have gone for a hike!

So, when you take someone out, plan on slow speeds, maybe slower than what you consider slow. Even a person who is quite fit, like a runner, will more than likely feel challenged by the unfamiliar movements and efforts they find riding a bike, and don’t forget the lack of skills that will tax them even further. That’s not to say you can’t still have a good time. There’s always slow-speed skills you can work on — like trackstands or other balance-oriented drills. You can seek out more difficult lines that can make you work harder while going slower, or even sprint ahead for a short distance and ride back to rejoin the group. A good rule also, whether with newbies or not, is to stop at all intersections to make sure everyone is on the same trail. Getting lost or looking for someone is tiring and rarely fun. Also, if you do sprint ahead and wait for the “newb” to catch up, remember that the last person at the stop usually ends up with the shortest break since the fast guys may have been waiting (and resting) for several minutes.

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Make sure the beginner gets plenty of rest, even if you’re chomping at the bit with “bike greed!”

When it comes to tutoring your newbie, give pointers and go in-depth only when sessioning a certain problem, but contain yourself from giving too much info overall too soon. You can’t teach someone years of knowledge in one ride. They’re only going to digest enough to (maybe) figure out one or two things per ride, and even if they do get what you’re teaching, it will take practice.

With patience and a kicked-back attitude, the newbie (and you) can have a great time hanging out and riding bikes and will want to come back for more!

About the Author

Mountain bike veteran, amateur filmmaker, and endurance racer Jay Bartlett has been riding trails in the St. George area for over twenty years. Jay has nearly a decade of experience as a bike mechanic at Bicycles Unlimited, St. George’s oldest bike shop.

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Wondrous Warriors: Carol Zerilli Attitude Is All

Just after Memorial Day, Carol Zerilli was feeling a mite testy. A chronic case of plantar fasciitis had again flared up, mandating a reduction in her four-timesweekly water aerobics schedule. The selfprofessed adrenaline junkie admits that she was experiencing withdrawal symptoms.

But, with the characteristic cheerfulness that makes her a favorite at her aqua-fitness classes, she took the temporary setback in stride.

About the Author Marianne L. Hamilton is a veteran journalist whose work appears in regional and national publications, and a marketing writer for Fortune 500 corporate clients. When not race walking, hiking, or teaching water aerobics, she is a member of the St. George Arts Commission, serves on the board of Art Around the Corner, and is the Operations Manager for Docutah. She and her husband Doug are also co-administrators of the St. George Wine Club, and race directors for the Huntsman World Senior Games.

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It would be the Zerillis’ third PCT outing on the 2,650-mile route (which boasts a total elevation gain/loss of 315,000 feet).

During their first stretch, in 2014, the pair logged 1,100 miles, sharing a tiny tent with virtually none of the comforts of home. Two years later the Zerillis covered another 400

miles, before a family emergency ended their trek. The couple also has taken two separate, 90-day backpacking trips across 17 European countries.

Few mortals would choose to test their constitution (let alone their marriage) under such demanding conditions. Then again, for Carol Zerilli – who’s surrendered a kidney to renal cancer and has triumphed over breast cancer – her travels with Charlie are more like…well, a walk in the park.

A native of New Jersey, Zerilli spent much of her career in Colorado, where she was a National Airspace System (NAS) Implementation Support Contractor at Denver Air Route Traffic Control Center. By the time Carol and Charlie – whom she met at work, then married – retired, she oversaw engineers in 21 air traffic control facilities nationwide.

Carol credits her mother with passing along the indomitable spirit that has seen the St. George resident through some very dark times. “My mom has always been my inspiration,” Zerilli says. “She told me that no one and nothing should ever stop me from doing what I want to do. I’ve always tried to pass that inspiration along to our three kids.”

Zerilli’s health challenges first surfaced on a Saturday morning in 1999. As Charlie was leaving for work, Carol suddenly felt ill. She begged her mate not to leave – then promptly passed out. A battery of tests yielded grim results: Along with a bacterial infection in her spine, she had a tumor in her right kidney. And, it was malignant. “The good news is, they removed the entire kidney, and I’ve had no further side effects, ever. Now I just have a smiley-face on my belly,” she reports, laughing.

Fast-forward to 2004, when a hyperactive thyroid gland needed to be slowed, then “killed,” through a course of medications.

“It was pretty wild,” she recalls. “After about 30 days your thyroid actually dies, and then you’re on meds for the rest of your life. That was definitely a crazy experience.”

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Still, the fates had other ideas. During Cmonths U LT U RE an annual physical a |few later, her doctor detected a lump in Zerilli’s right breast. Further testing revealed the tumor’s | W E Ltwo LN ESS malignancy. Zerilli was given possible dates for surgery, the first of which was Valentine’s Day. “Charlie and I said, ‘let’s not wait; every day is Valentine’s Day in our house anyway.’”

Following a lumpectomy and radiation, Zerilli was given a clean bill of health. It undoubtedly helped that she showed up for her daily radiation treatments sporting the clothes – and the determination – she’d need to hit the trail immediately afterward. Says Zerilli, “Charlie and I were doing geocaching off Highway 91, so I’d go in for treatments every day at 8:15 a.m., and then we’d hike the rest of the day. One of the male nurses said ‘Carol, I can’t do three miles on my treadmill, and you’re hiking every day after undergoing radiation? That’s insane.’”

Along with the quality of communication and superb support that Zerilli receives from her spouse, she says she draws strength from those she has met in the St. George community. Even as she faced her cancer treatments, she and Charlie joined one Meetup group for hiking enthusiasts, and another comprised of board game fans.

“Having a great support system around, I didn’t feel like I was going through everything alone,” Zerilli notes. “Being around all of these wonderful people really helped me keep a positive attitude. It’s all mental.”

With six weeks of Pacific Crest Trail trekking ahead of her as we went to press, Zerilli was focused on her blog’s motto: Dream. Explore. Discover. “That’s pretty much how we live our lives,” she concludes.

“Dream about something, explore it, and look at all of the things you discover. For me, once a door’s open, it’s hard not to say, ‘let’s keep going.’”

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Improve Your Sports Performance With Functional Strength Training

By Tiffany Gust BS, CPT, USAT, SNC Strength and size are not synonymous. The goal for athletes when it comes to strength development is to become stronger without adding muscle bulk. Many believe strength training will slow them down. Research done on Olympic athletes at the 1970 Olympics in Mexico proved that Olympic weightlifters were faster than 100m sprinters in a 30-meter sprint. Others claim that strength training will lead to decrease flexibility. These same Olympic weightlifters are the second most flexible athletes.

Research has revealed that beginning about the early thirties, athletes will lose approximately .5 pounds of lean muscle per year if they do not engage in intense strength training. This loss will result regardless of the amount of aerobic activity one engages in. To maintain fast twitch muscle fiber strength, which is needed for sprinting and climbing, 75% of 1 rep. Max, (which is the most weight you can lift one time) must be used in strength sessions. This equates to the amount you can lift 10-12 times while keeping proper form.

Functional Strength Training (FST) does not require a large time commitment. Maximal gains in strength and power can be achieved with a small time requirement (2 session of 30-50 min per week). Often times, these sessions can be conducted outside the gym.

A year-round strength program is recommended. Many athletes only engage in off-season strength programs. This can lead to less than optimal strength when it counts the most. In six weeks, an athlete can lose 40% of strength gains if in-season strength training is not continued. In ten weeks the loss increases to 70%. In season strength training should consist of 1-2 sessions per week.

Functional Strength Training FST is a method of training that is very specific to the demands of the athletic activity. This training can include free weights, cable machines, elastic bands or tubing, stability balls, medicine balls and balance boards. Functional exercises should posses the following: 1. Progressive – Start with simple exercises, and progress in intensity and difficulty.

2. Multi-planar – movement not restricted to a single direction of movement.

3. Velocity specific – the exercise duplicates the speed of movement required by the individual sport.

4. Specificity – the movement pattern of the exercise duplicates that of swimming, cycling, basketball, running, baseball, etc.

5. Balance dominated – increases in stabilization will aid in increasing efficiency and reducing injuries.

6. ENJOY IT – if you don’t enjoy the process, you won’t get the most out of it.

Taking ACTION!! Where Should You Begin??

This all sounds great, but where do I begin? First, make a list of the functional tools you have available to you. Next, look at you current strength program (if you have one), and evaluate it for it functionality.

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specific routine. Often times these changes will result in a lowering of the weight or resistance needed to successfully complete the exercise.

Begin by introducing FST into your warm up exercises. Then integrate them into your lower intensity sets, before making them the primary exercises. If you are still uncertain on how to integrate FST into your training, hire a sports coach or personal trainer who specializes in your specific sport to help you make the gains needed to achieve your fitness goals and peak performance.

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Tiffany Gust, BS, CPT Owner, TG Triathlon and Fitness Coaching & Exercise Physiologist at LiVe Well Center

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B.S. Health Science Utah State University, 1990 M.S. Exercise Science/Sports Nutrition Concordia University of Chicago, 2018

CERTIFICATIONS USAT Certified Triathlon Coach US Master’s Swim Coach ACE Certified Personal Trainer Weight Management Specialist Certified Sports Nutrition Specialist Certified International Society of Sports Nutrition

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Dining Guide St. George

George’s Corner

2 W St. George Blvd. #1, St. George, UT 84770 | 435.216.7311 Restaurant | Pub | American | $$ Open daily 7am – midnight Located in Ancestor Square at the same location as the Big Hand Café, owned by George Pace in the 1930s and 40s, this friendly and historic pub setting features fresh, fantastic food, a full beer, wine and cocktail list, and live music. Sharing the same owners as the Painted Pony restaurant, George’s Corner offers the same high quality ingredients with a more laid back atmosphere. The famous lamb burger is a must – but don’t fear if you’re vegetarian, vegan, gluten free – there are plenty of other choices!

Angelica's Mexican Grill

101 E St. George Blvd - St. George UT 84770 | 435.628.4399 Mexican | Vegetarian/Vegan Options | Healthy | Family Friendly | $ Open Mon-Fri 11:00am-8:30pm / Fri-Sat 11:00am-9:00pm - Closed Sunday's Located Downtown on St. George Boulevard, Angelica’s Mexican Grill serves fresh, made from scratch authentic Mexican food. The flavor driven and nationally recognized menu provides everything and more that you would expect from a Mexican restaurant, including street tacos, Mulitas, Tortas, Sweet Carnitas, Machaca, and their famous salsa bar. Vegan and Vegetarian dishes are always available. Seating is available inside and also outside on the spacious patio. Catering & To-Go ordering available.

Benja’s Thai and Sushi

2 W St. George Blvd. #12, St. George, UT 84770 | 435.628.9538 Thai | Sushi | $$ Mon. – Sat. 11am – 10pm | Sun. 1pm – 8pm Hungry for sushi? Hungry for Thai curries? Benja’s Thai and Sushi, in the heart of downtown at Ancestor Square, will satisfy your craving with fresh sushi, curries, noodles and a great beer and wine menu. Stop in with business colleagues, friends, a date or the whole family, and be sure to come hungry – in addition to curries, noodles and sushi, Benja’s salads, soups and sticky mango rice are not to be missed.

Magleby’s

1450 Hilton Dr, St George, UT 84770 | (435) 652-9600 American, Cafe | Healthy | $$ Mon-Sat 7am – 9pm | Sunday 7am – 2pm MAGLEBY’S HAS BEEN A FAVORITE FOR 30 YEARS! Enjoy your next meal with us at our original Springville restaurant or our new St George location. A Prime-Grade steakhouse with all of your favorite cuts including Rib Eye, New York, and petite Filet Medallions. Their hearty lunches are designed to make sure you don’t leave hungry. The old adage that breakfast is the most important meal of the day rings true at Magleby’s, with options like All-You-Can-Eat Gourmet French Toast and sides like homestyle homefries, they will make you a believer too!

Sandstone Café at Dixie Regional Medical Center

1380 E Medical Center Drive, St. George, UT 84790 | 435.251.2050 Healthy | Café | $ 6:30 – 9am | 11am – 2:30pm | 2 – 7 pm | 11pm– 1am Located in the beautiful and healing Dixie Regional Medical Center, this buffet style café offers a great variety of healthy dining choices. For those with food intolerances, the chef gives informed recommendations, while those looking to cut unhealthy ingredients and excess fat will enjoy the LiVe Well special menu. Spacious dining, large windows and patio dining in the beautiful healing garden contribute to the casual, friendly atmosphere.

The Painted Pony

2 W St. George Blvd. #22, St. George, UT 84770 | 435.634.1700 Steakhouse | Seafood | Contemporary | Healthy | $$$$ Lunch: Mon. – Sat. 11:30am – 4pm Dinner: Sun 4pm – 9pm | Mon. – Sat. 4pm – 10pm In the heart of Ancestor Square, the Painted Pony delights with an upscale menu, full beer and wine list, cocktails and exceptional service. Prepare for a sensory experience with complex flavors, top-notch presentation and a beautiful atmosphere. Evening ambiance complete with soft lighting, fresh flowers and patio dining. Locally sourced, organic, vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options are available for every palate.

Cappeletti’s

36 E. Tabernacle, St. George, UT 84770 | 435.986.4119 Italian | Steak | Seafood | Contemporary | $$ Lunch: Tues. – Sat. 11am – 3pm | Dinner: 5pm – 9:30pm Centrally located in historical downtown near Town Square, Cappeletti’s is a favorite for casual business lunches, friend and family gatherings and romantic evening dining.

Authentic Italian pastas like gnocchi Bolognese or cannelloni will comfort and satisfy, but if you’re not in the mood for pasta, the fresh fish of the day, tender Black Angus flat iron steaks, market fresh meats and poultry are all prepared daily and presented beautifully.

In this quaint and cozy family owned and operated restaurant, plan to settle in for warm, friendly Italian cuisine with an Argentinian flair, and leave satiated in body and soul.

Cliffside Restaurant

511 S Airport Rd, St. George, UT 84770 | 435.319.6005 Steakhouse | Seafood | Contemporary | $$$ Lunch: Mon. – Sat. 11am – 3pm | Dinner: Fri. 5pm – 9pm, Sat. 5pm – 10pm Perched on the old Airport road, overlooking the city of St. George, the Cliffside Restaurant’s menu includes steak, burgers, pasts, kids fare and delectable desserts.

Upscale, yet friendly, plan to enjoy spectacular views whether you’re dining casually with friends or seeking a romantic dinner experience.

Even Stevens Sandwiches

471 E St. George Blvd., St. George, UT 84770 | 435.251.6636 Sandwich Shop | Cafe | Breakfast & Brunch | $ Sun. - Sat. | 7am – 10pm Hungry for change? Visit Even Stevens – a sandwich shop with a cause! Committed to fighting hunger by donating one sandwich to a local charity for each sandwich ordered, and with a focus on giving back through delicious food – literally - Even Stevens thrills with sandwiches like the Hummazing Vegan, the Do Gouda and the Mihammy Vice.

This family friendly café also offers tasty bites, soups, salads, locally roasted coffee, locally brewed beer, Sunday brunch, entertainment for kids and live music weekly.

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Pizza/Pasta Factory

Pasta Factory: 2 W St. George Blvd #8, St. George, UT 84770 | 435.674.3753 Pizza Factory: 2 W St. George Blvd #8, St. George, UT 84770 | 435.628.1234 Pizza Factory Express: 1930 W Sunset Blvd, St George, UT 84770 | 435.634.1234 Pizza Factory – Pineview: 2376 E Red Cliffs Dr., St. George, UT 84790 | 435.688.2656 Pizza/Pasta/Dine-in/Take out/Delivery/Salad Bar | $$ Open Mon-Sat at 11am The Pasta Factory, with its year-round, climate controlled outdoor patio dining wows with custom-made pasta, soups, sandwiches and salads. The Pizza Factory offers three locations with the best and freshest salad bar in town; homemade soups, sandwiches, famous bread twists and Southern Utah’s favorite pizza combinations.

Twenty-Five Main Café

25 Main Street, St. George, UT 84770 | 435.628.7110 Café | Coffee Shop | Gourmet Cupcakes | $ Mon. – Thurs. 8am – 9pm | Fri. – Sat. 8am – 10pm Visitors step from the streets of St. George to an atmosphere reminiscent of a Soho cafe when they stop by this counter-style downtown gem for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Delectable salads, panini sandwiches done to perfection, and pasta are the featured menu items, but most diners frequent the café for its cupcakes. Twenty-Five Main is perfect for a business lunch or breakfast, a get-together with friends or a quiet spot to relax in the evening before absorbing the downtown art-walk in St. George.

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ANGELICA'S MEXICAN GRILL 101 E St. George Blvd - St George, UT (435) 628-4399 Monday–Thursday 11:00am - 8:30pm Friday–Saturday 11:00am - 9:00pm (Closed Sundays)

By SGHW Staff Do not expect the ordinary at Angelica’s – they're not like any other Mexican restaurant – they’re better! Currently ranked as the #3 Best Restaurant in St. George by Trip Advisor, it seems most people would agree. Owners Angelica and Jack Lancaster, along with Angelica’s mother Laura Escoto, have spent countless hours perfecting recipes based off of the traditional tastes they loved from their time spent growing up in Mexico. Their hardwork and dedication has clearly paid off by show of their nearly 5 Star ratings on Trip Advisor, Yelp and Google reviews, as well as by their loyal following of customers who come to dine at Angelica's from near and far, often multiple times a week!

The staff at Angelica’s are friendly and welcoming, and can help you decide what to order when you can’t make up your mind on what sounds best, because it ALL sounds best. You place your order at the front counter, then seat yourself. They have plenty of indoor seating, as well as a shaded outdoor patio. Menu items are ordered A la Carte, and include tacos, burritos, carne asada platters, and quesadillas. Choose from Carne Asada, Carnitas, Machaca, Pollo Asado, Chile Verde, and Sweet Carnitas, or go vegetarian with grilled veggies and cheese. My go-to meat of choice is the Machaca.

It’s always perfectly seasoned and seared quickly on the flattop, bringing out all the delicious authentic flavors. One of my favorite things about Angelica’s is their beans and rice. The pinto beans are served whole, and are hearty and packed with flavor; the rice light, fluffy, and perfectly spiced. Add your own toppings at their salsa bar, where they have several choices of fresh, homemade salsa, shredded cabbage, and chopped onions and cilantro.

If any day calls for tacos more than another, it would Monday’s.

Whoever invented Taco Tuesday must have never had to transition from week-end to work-week, but Angelica’s gets it. Few things in this world can get you over a case of the Monday's like their street tacos can, so do yourself a favor and stop in next time a Monday rolls around, or try another one of their daily specials!

Daily Lunch Specials

$7.95

Comes with rice and beans and choice of meat/Vegetarian options available. (available until 5pm)

MONDAY: TUESDAY: WEDNESDAY: THURSDAY: FRIDAY:

4 Small Tacos Mulita Quesadilla Burrito 2 Regular Tacos

Angelica’s is also perfect for families! Kids love the menu choices (especially the treat!) and parents love that they don't break the bank.

Kids Menu

$3.95 each

Comes with rice and beans, drink and a treat!

(For children under age 12 only)

1 Small Taco/with choice of meat Bean & Cheese Burrito Kids Cheese Quesadilla Angelica’s is a great choice for groups, families, or a casual date night. Their made from scratch menu is small but with more than enough options to appease anyone's appetite. With vegetarian & kids menu items, patio seating, and dine-in beer served, Angelica’s is THE place you can count on for tasty, authentic, affordable Mexican food!

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Discover the health benefits of nutrient-dense microgreens

By Bentley Murdock, Certified Wholistic Nutritionist Growing up in my family, nutrition was naturally a big part of everyday life, primarily because of the constant influence of our two family businesses, Nature's Way (from my dad's side of the family) and Miller's Honey (from my mom's side). Both family businesses were geared entirely around wholistic health and wellness, and healthful substitutes for every day foods. Being raised in this atmosphere cultivated a strong love of alternative lifestyle medicine, and is where I attribute the majority of my initial curiosity toward wholistic health and wellness & lifestyle coaching.

I've always tried to apply the "good/better/ best" mentality, constantly trying to seek out the very best, most nutrient-dense sources of living foods for health and vitality. Thanks to advancements in science, we now have more tangible evidence necessary to teach us about when certain foods are at their peak nutrientdensity.

Slightly more mature than sprouts, and not quite the adult plant itself, “microgreens” are actually just the miniature version of the living foods you’ve (hopefully) already been enjoying your entire life. Microgreens are the baby version of the already massively nutrient-dense families of plants such as: sprouted grains, herbs, edible flowers, lettuces, leafy greens, various seeds, and vegetables of all kinds.

Aside from being robustly flavorful, vibrantly colorful, and refreshingly delicious, microgreens or babygreens naturally pack an intensely concentrated amount of the same vitamins, minerals, and nutrients found in their adult counterparts. From kale, beet greens, fennel, and rainbow chard, to basil, arugula, dark leaf lettuces, pea greens, and

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spicy radish, microgreens of all kinds provide anywhere from 40 to 70 times the potency and nutrient-density of specific vitamins, nutrients, and minerals, compared to the full-grown, adult versions! One bite of these "supergreens" is nutritionally equal to literally dozens of bites of the adult plants! Now there's some food for thought!

Rather than having to wait weeks and even months to harvest certain veggies and plants, microgreens are harvested after as little as 4-10 days! And because of that, you can grow your own little trays right on your kitchen counter or windowsill! Srouting-trays of all kinds, such as those intended to duplicate a miniature greenhouse effect, are available through various stores online and shipped in a matter of days. Just some of the vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients most abundant in these colorful, little, power-packed, babygreens are: A, B6, C, E, K, Beta-Carotene, Copper, Iron, Magnesium, Lutein, natural probiotic enzymes, essential amino acids, and on, and on the list goes. A lot of these microgreens are even packed with up to 40% protein!

In today’s world of additives, dyes, pollutants, chemicals, carcinogens, and synthetic industrial compounds, our bodies could REALLY use a little help, even with just the daily clean-up of life as we know it.

So, in the midst of all the seasonal cleaning you’ve already got goin’ on, do your infinitely valuable body a solid, (a massively nutrientdense kind of solid), by choosing to eat more phytonutrient-wielding, cancer-fighting, health & vitality promoting, LIVING foods,

such as microgreens.

Your body truly will thank you in a million different ways, and hopefully, the next time it speaks to you (which it’s likely been trying to do for decades), you may be a little more inclined to stop what you’re doing, and simply listen...because it might actually be saying something you haven’t heard in a while, like “Thank you!"

For more information, please feel free to call or email (805) 215-0110 info@bentleymurdock.com About the Author

Bentley Murdock is a Certified Wholistic Nutritionist, #1 Best-Selling Author, and Certified Transformational Trainer, specializing in disease prevention & reversal, and lifestyle customization.

With over twenty years experience as a professional life-coach and wholistic lifestyle consultant, he has helped thousands of individuals, couples, families, and organizations of all kinds, in leading more intentional, passionate, and deliberately joyful lives, on purpose. As Director of Nutrition at Movara Fitness Resort, and in his private Wholistic-Lifestyle Coaching practice, Bentley incorporates the critical role that Whole-Food / PlantBased Nutrition plays in wholistic health and wellness, with all of his various clients.

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By Dr. Coleen Andruss Take charge and get to the heart of the matter. Be smart, eat smart, be kind to your body. If you take care of your body, it will take care of you. A healthy body means a healthy mind. Summer-time means kids out of school, family reunions, lake trips, and a 4th of July celebration.With your health in mind, declare your independence from the typical high-calorie, high-fat, non-nutrient dense foods that surround us in the summer. Begin a new summer tradition of clean simple low calorie nutrient dense foods, daily activity, and 8 hours of sleep nightly. Since the kids are out of school, this is the best time to teach them about good habits. That means you need to be the role model. National Childhood Obesity Week occurs during the summer so remember that habits begin at a young age. Keep children on a schedule and keep them engaged in resourceful outdoor activities.

• Eliminate sugar! Eliminate snacking throughout the day. Eating small meals frequently throughout the day may raise metabolism, however, new studies show that if we are constantly feeding our body, even if it is healthy foods, we are never allowing the body to use what we have stored. Force the body to utilize our stored fat as fuel. We must get rid of this dangerous storage fat in our belly.

Scheduling meals and avoiding snacking burns belly fat and creates a life-long healthy way of eating, teaching good habits to the entire family. Even fruit which has many health benefits can be detrimental to belly fat if you are grazing on it throughout the day. Encourage water and eliminate carbonated beverages, as carbonation has multiple side effects including weight gain, sugar cravings, bone loss and kidney stones.

• Maximize your protein. Studies demonstrate that people need a minimum of 90 grams of protein daily to maintain muscle mass and prevent muscle loss.

Studies also demonstrate that dividing the 90 grams into 3 meals of 30 grams protein each with no snacking in between gives us better metabolic energy and is the best for belly fat loss. The rule of thumb is 6 hours between meals and at least 12 hours between dinner and breakfast.

These are ideas to instill in our children this summer. In order for you to teach your children, you must take charge of your own health and well-being. Adopt a healthy lifestyle, stay on top of your preventative care and remain active. According to the World Health Organization, 80% of chronic diseases are preventable, with the major contributing factors being unhealthy diet, lack of physical activity, obesity and tobacco use. Research has shown that people who continue to do preventative care save 25% on medical bills.

Taking charge of your health means a better quality of life for you and your family and protection from long term diseases. Take charge and stop tobacco use, minimize alcohol consumption, practice safe sex, eat nutrientrich foods, get plenty of physical activity, drink a minimum of 64 ounces of water daily, and find ways to manage your stress. Practice meditation and deep breathing. Tune in to your body so that you can recognize when you are off balance. Take charge of your emotional health. Don’t obsess over negativity. Being healthy emotionally means creating and sustaining a healthy attitude. Stress is a normal part of life and increased alertness, resiliency, awareness, and adaptation are positive aspects

of stress. Inability to deal with simple stressors, as well as prolonged stress creates an unhealthy body. Learn about ways to reduce stress.

Develop good sleeping patterns, as sleep is critical to survival - sleep deprivation is like starvation!

Take charge of your physical well-being.

Studies have shown that physical activity has substantial health benefits in ALL age groups.

Physical activity will reduce your disease risk, minimize injury, and allow you to live a higher quality longer life. If you are physically fit, you are more likely to look, feel and do your best – physically, mentally and emotionally. Lastly, take charge of nutrition by eating whole, clean, nutrient-dense foods. Become a master of commitment. Be honest with yourself and show appreciation to yourself by treating your body like a temple. TAKE charge this summer to feel better and live better for the rest of your life.

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Dr. Andruss practiced as an Internist for 14 years, and has specialized in weight management for 24 years. She and her staff have experienced obesity issues personally, therefore have compassionate understanding of patients in the Healthy Lifestyles program. Dr. Andruss’s internal medicine background helps her to see underlying medical problems when formulating individual plans that work.

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Life Lessons of Fishing and Fathers

By Kelly B. Kendall

About the Author Kelly B. Kendall is the USU Fatherhood Education Coordinator in the School of Family, Consumer & Human Development & HealthyRelationshipsUtah.org. He is also the CEO of Practice Partners, LLC, V.P. of Health & Wellness Solutions, LLC, and teaches in the DSU School of Business & Communication as adjunct faculty. He is passionate about helping empower fathers to be great dads in the lives of their children. He loves to travel, mountain bike, write, humanitarian service where he and his wife are the founders of the non-profit, Socks for Souls; and he loves spending time with his wife, Colleen and family.

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There is something magical about father’s taking their offspring fishing! Whether it is a lake or stream or even the community pond, kid’s love a fishing trip, especially with their dad. Like most things in life, day dreaming about the upcoming trip to the lake with a fishing pole and some fresh caught worms from the garden becomes enchanted and the mind dreams up catching your limit and of course catching the ‘big one’. In many ways, preparing for and talking about the next adventure can be just as fun and meaningful as the actual trip to the lake, and having them help plan the details such as where to go, and what food to take develops deep and meaningful relationships.

Growing up, it seemed that My Uncle Jerry always had something special planned for every Saturday, which many times included fishing somewhere in Southern Utah. As a young boy, I longed to go on those fishing trips and was fortunate to go many times which I am infinitely grateful. My own father was an excellent stream fisherman and spent many a day in the streams up Nephi Canyon and on the other side of Mount Nebo, and wished more than ever that I had learned more of his mystical fishing secrets!

For many, remembering fishing trips with dad brings a nostalgic mood and the ‘fish stories’ generally getter better over the years - where the fish were much bigger than when they were caught, the food was tastier, and the time spent together treasured more than ever.

It’s been said that the way you spell love to a child is T – I – M – E. I get sentimental when thinking of memories of time with my father who passed away ten years ago and

long to visit with him again. I would have taken more time to create more memories which include working on projects, planting, weeding and harvesting a garden, mowing lawns, sleeping in his Highway Patrol Office on Christmas Eve so the other patrolmen could be home with their families Christmas Eve, and even sitting in the passenger seat of his 1964 Chevy El Camino with ‘three on the tree’ driving for hours in the desert listening to Johnny Cash on the radio while he drove the lead car for wide loads as a side job to his Highway Patrol career to earn money for a large family. I was blessed with a dad who was a wonderful example, especially as a role model and example including a tenacious work ethic and realize more than ever that not everyone was so blessed to have an engaged father or even a father in the home at all.

A father can teach many things on a fishing trip including how to tie knots, bait a hook, and how to cast, however, there are many other gravitas things taught by example such as patience, stamina, understanding, determination, long-suffering, tolerance, and of course did I mention ‘patience’. Each dad has his distinctive way of teaching and making memories such as in the book, “Fishing with Dad”, author Michael J. Rosen, shares the secret behind his perfect boyhood record of always catching the first fish! We all have the opportunity to create fun traditions when taking our children fishing such as waking them when they are young to get them dressed with excitement of the possibility of catching a monster fish, to picking up a breakfast burrito or fresh doughnuts on the way to the lake which create nostalgia and memories for a lifetime.

Fishing was a rare treat with my father and we treasured the times we were lucky enough to go. Even if we didn’t catch any fish, our mother always packed a yummy picnic lunch to take along for the father-son trips which was always welcome and even helped salve the wound of getting ‘skunked’ on occasion.

However, there’s one fishing trip I will never forget with my dad and brothers, Kerry and Kurtis that didn’t turn out not so good and might have been the last fishing trip with my dad that I can remember. My youngest brother Kurtis was casting and caught my dad right in the nose which ended that trip promptly before we even got a worm in the water. All I remember is a quiet trip home while eating the yummy lunch our mother always provided. That event precipitously ended our fishing adventures, which we all longed for. For me as a dad-in-training and

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after fishing over my life time, there will always be mishaps, with getting hooked, spills, losing poles to resolute fish heading away from the bank or boat, stopping everything to help with a potty break, sometimes on the side of the pond or over the bow of the boat.

I longed for a fishing bond with my children and we tried fishing along with boating fun, but it seemed the boating fun always took precedence over the fishing, but we enjoyed the time spent together nonetheless.

One benefit of fathers taking their children fishing is the ‘boat rule’ of no smart phones on the boat, which sort of forces everyone to talk together. Technology is a blessing and a curse as it can be very distracting and be a barrier to developing meaningful relationships. Sometimes just enjoying total quiescence and just spending time together makes wonderful memories. And of course the excitement that resembles getting lucky

7’s in a slot machine and winning the jackpot can get the adrenaline pumping with ‘fish on’ and can even be a little bit addictive, yet so meaningful as the stories are told from one generation to another. Another wonderful benefit is the opportunity to cheer for our children and give lavish praise when they catch and reel in a fish, no matter the size, while shouting admonitions like a ringside boxing coach, such as ‘keep the pressure on’ or ‘rod tip up’, all the while getting the camera ready to freeze a memory for the future.

Father’s don’t have to be an expert at fly fishing, nor expect it from our children, or allow the purpose of the trip to be more about ‘catching fish’ than enjoying life’s journey together so they want to go again, and again!

At the end of the day, it isn’t really about the fish, but about our children and making cherished memories that will last a lifetime.

Fishing doesn’t have to be extravagant or expensive, in fact recently in Virginia, the 25year state record was broken after reeling in a 68-pound Catfish with a $20 rod he bought from Walmart. All it takes is a little time, a hook and a worm. May we remember to live more in the moment and give the gift of love, spelled T – I – M – E!

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Trailblazers Go Global DSU students take advantage of summer Study Abroad experiences

By Joel Griffin, DSU Coordinator of Public Relations Summer may leave campus feeling a little emptier, but Dixie State University’s “active learning. active life.” experience extends well beyond St. George as Trailblazers take advantage of summer study abroad opportunities.

Over the past several years, Dixie State has increased its focus on high-impact, enhanced, and experiential learning experiences as part of its strategic plan, Dixie 2020: Status to Stature. In expanding the breadth of such offerings, Dixie State has worked to offer more exchange programs, faculty-led programs, and affiliate programs, allowing students to immerse themselves in other cultures and deepen their educational experiences.

“Study abroad is wonderful for opening a student’s vision and helping them see that the world is much bigger than our corner of it,” Jenny Callahan, DSU’s study abroad program coordinator, says. “People do things differently and it works. On the other hand, it also gives students a chance to see how much alike we are.”

To provide more study abroad experiences, DSU is partnering with higher education institutions on an international level to be able to provide robust student exchange programs. Dixie State’s current arrangement with Meijo University in Japan and an upcoming partnership with ULADECH Católica in Peru allows students to attend a foreign university for a semester or more and earn credit toward their degree while still paying the same amount of tuition and fees to their local university.

“It’s a tremendous opportunity,” Callahan says. “It’s an independent experience — the students are ultimately in charge. What they see, the experiences they have, who they meet, where they eat — it’s really up to them, and they’re also responsible to maintain their attendance and grades while they are there.”

DSU’s faculty-led programs provide structured activities planned out by the accompanying faculty member. These experiences are typically shorter study abroad trips and are usually offered during summer.

This summer’s six faculty-led programs include studying geology in Ireland, global sport & leisure in Iceland, nursing and natural history in Costa Rica, art history in Italy, and language & culture in Spain.

Fifteen DSU Nursing students attended the eight-day trip to Costa Rica, during which they provided healthcare and health education to the disadvantaged population in rural areas. DSU students learned from peer nursing students from Universidad Hispanoamericana on how to bring healthcare services right into people’s homes.

“The more exposure to the underserved, the more we gain ideas we can bring back to help the underserved in our own communities,” April Peterson, DSU assistant professor of nursing says. “Down there, they know how to care for people who can’t get out of their homes and they can teach us something we can bring back here, because they are always serving the underserved.”

Peterson, along with Nursing Instructor Jennifer Harrington and Assistant Professor of Respiratory Therapy Debra Forbush led

the trip, which included health assessments of newborns to the elderly and a day-long visit to the university’s state-of-the-art simulation lab. The lab offers a realistic hospital setting with simulation mannequins to give students a unique hands-on experience.

“I think the experience will help me treat patients better in the future and provide better care.” Sadie Blasdell, a senior nursing student, said.

But aside from what students gain, Forbush says it’s also a valuable chance to give.

“I’ve been in healthcare for more than 30 years, so this is a way for me to give back,” she says. “We try to be examples to our students and teach them that they should give back, or pay it forward, but I think we need to do that more globally also.”

The DSU Study Abroad office also offers affiliate programs that open up an array of international destinations and options for students. DSU Global & Community Engagement Scholarships and financial aid may be available for students that wish to study abroad in exchange, faculty-led programs, and affiliate programs.

For more information on DSU Study Abroad experiences, visit studyabroad.dixie.edu.

About the Author Joel Griffin is the Dixie State University Coordinator of Public Relations and Editorin-Chief of DSU Magazine.

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Rescued!

On May 1st at 11:53 P.M. Rescue Alert of Dixie received a “Panic” signal from a customer. Answering the call, the Response Center Attendant announced herself and asked, “Do you need help?” Receiving no response, she asked a second time and heard a very weak and garbled “Help me.” The Attendant immediately called EMS, and then notified the customer’s daughter of the situation. Remaining on line with the customer, the Attendant reassured her that help was on the way. There was no response.

Minutes later EMS arrived and gave the Attendant permission to disconnect.

In this instance, however, the Customer called us back a few days later to let us know that she was ok, and to tell us her story.

She told us that while getting out of bed in the middle of the night, she fell and “slammed” her face into the wall. She was unable to respond to the Attendant because she couldn’t move, or breathe, and was bleeding profusely from her ears, nose and mouth. She said she was transported to the hospital where she was told that without her Rescue Alert button, she would have died.

She thanked Rescue Alert and the Response Center for saving her life.

Dear Rescue Alert,

I just wanted to send you a quick note of extreme satisfaction with your service. My mother has been using your unit for almost 8 months now. In that time, she must have needed to call for help 8 or 10 times. Without the Rescue Alert, she would’ve been without help for days any number of times.

She was very impressed with the microphone sensitivity, as well as the ability to hear the speaker from anywhere in her apartment, even outside, when she locked herself out once! She simply pushed her button, talked to the attendant through her locked door, and the service called the fire department, who came and let my mother in, using the key in her lockbox.

In short, I could not be more pleased that I have Rescue Alert of Dixie for my mother. It definitely made me feel much better with her having the system, since I live many states away.

Sincerely, Doug H.

We receive letters like this all the time.

A study by the National Center for Health Services Research found that those elderly persons using personal emergency response systems: (1) required one day in a nursing home for every 13 needed by those not employing the system (2) experienced a much lower rate of emergencies-roughly one-half that of those not using the system and (3) felt much more comfortable living alone and more confident about continuing to live independently.

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By Diane Del Toro

Tanner Holt was a student at Diamond Valley Elementary School when he noticed that his classmate never had anything to eat for lunch. Gifted with a generous heart and a desire to help anyone in need, Tanner began secretly giving his own lunch to his hungry friend each day. It did not take long for his mother, Diane, to notice that her son came home daily with a ravenous hunger, something that did not make sense considering the large and nutritious meal she packed for him each morning. After some questioning, she discovered Tanner’s secret act of kindness. Impressed by his willingness to share, Diane began sending him with two lunches each day so that both boys could eat.

It was this experience from Tanner’s life that became the inspiration for Tan’s Treats. When Tanner died in a tragic accident at the age of 23, his devastated family struggled to find a way to channel their grief. Already sensitive to the reality of childhood hunger, Diane discovered that children who qualified for reduced-price or free school lunch were going without meals on the weekends when school food programs were not available. The Holt family stepped in to fill the gap, founding Tan’s Treats in 2016 as a way to honor Tanner’s memory and to demonstrate his continued influence in their lives.

Tan’s Treats provides weekend meals for children in need. “It is the perfect gift to a little boy who gave his lunch away,” explained Diane.

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Each Thursday afternoon, volunteers gather at the Tan’s Treats warehouse in St. George to fill food sacks destined for hundreds of hungry children attending schools in Washington County. Each food sack contains six meals and two snacks—enough to feed a child for two days. Extra meals are included for long weekends, and longterm sacks are provided for Christmas break and spring recess. Food sacks are delivered to participating elementary schools each Friday morning for distribution. Deciding who receives the sacks is left to each individual school, with classroom teachers, Title 1 Coordinators, and parents collaborating together to determine need.

These needs can often be over-looked in an affluent retirement community like Southern Utah, but surprising statistics reveal the scope of childhood hunger: 44% of all Washington County elementary school students qualify to received free or reduced-price meals; one family out of five in Washington County struggles to provide meals on a consistent basis; and of the twenty-five elementary schools in the Washington County School District, thirteen are Title 1 schools. “Sometimes we think in our little pocket community that everything is dandy and children aren’t hungry,” said Jay Porter, Title 1 Coordinator at Red Mountain Elementary. “We have a lot of single-parent, low-income families who (struggle) to make ends meet.” While Tan’s Treats provides these parents with financial relief and peace of mind, its main purpose is to ensure that children are nourished over the weekend so that they can arrive at school each Monday morning prepared for the school week.

This goal is the driving force behind the rapid growth of the organization: the first food delivery two years ago contained 51 sacks of food, and the most recent delivery contained 653 sacks of food— nearly 4000 individual meals. Understandably, keeping the warehouse shelves stocked is a perpetual challenge, so community involvement is always welcome.

Although the Holts will always feel the loss of their son Tanner, his memory lives on in the remarkable work they do in his behalf.

And in spite of their drive to feed nearly 700 children each weekend, the memory of Tanner’s focus on just one classmate who was hungry keeps the Holts acutely aware of the needs of each individual child.

Tan’s Treats is fighting childhood hunger—one child at a time.

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Hydration and the Human Body

By Brad Stapley, PharmD

Let’s play a game…

1. How much water do you drink daily?

2. How many days can you go without water?

3. What is the percentage of hydration that your cells need to function?

4. Does water help your body eliminate toxins?

5. What counts as “water”?

If you know the answer to any one of these questions, you are one of few. Most people don’t understand the importance of hydration in the human body.

You are probably wondering why a pharmacist cares about your hydration levels, but one of the things we see at our pharmacy locations is the chronic dehydration and side effects of toxic build up in the human system.

Let’s answer the questions posed in the beginning of the article: 1. How much water do you drink daily? Although you will read varying advice on the internet, one thing that does not change is the amount of water necessary. To calculate the absolute bottom line, take your weight and divide it in half. Now, turn that number into ounces and viola, you have your amount.

Example: A 150 lb. woman would need 75 ounces of water per day. (150/2=75 ounces). Another example: a 200 lb. man would need 100 ounces of water per day. (200/2=100 ounces).

A suggestion I often give is to drink a glass of water before you get out of bed and another before breakfast. This gets 16-24 ounces in your system to kick your day into high gear. In addition, we can’t count on our body to tell us we are thirsty so put a plan into place so that you have a reminder to drink during the day.

2. How many days can you go without water? Under general circumstances, one can live without food for many days, but only live three to five days without water. Depriving the body of fluids can cause the cells and organs in the body to begin the deterioration process. Hydration can mean the difference between life and death because every single cell in the body must be hydrated to function at optimum levels. Water keeps oxygen and nutrients moving.

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3. What is the percentage of hydration that your cells need to function? The answer to this question varies slightly, but in the most general terms, brain cells thrive at 85% hydration and muscles, organs and tissue do best in the 75% range. The difference of a few percentage points can mean the difference between feeling great and feeling lousy.

4. Does water help your body eliminate toxins? The unequivocal answer is an adamant YES! Without proper hydration impurities will sit in the bladder or kidneys and create the potential of infections, as well as toxic build up which effectively poison the body.

5. What counts as “water”.

The general rule of thumb is as follows: • Must not include caffeine • Must not include alcohol • Must not include sugar or artificial sugars • Must not include carbonation • May include natural infusion such as strawberry, lemon, or other fruit One final thing to remember; we live in the desert and our environment lends itself to low humidity in our homes and offices. A good humidifier can do wonders for your breathing and skin.

If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to ask your pharmacist and remember, your pharmacist is your most accessible medical provider.

About the Author

Brad Stapley is a second generation pharmacist at Stapley Pharmacy. He graduated from Roseman University in 2004 and specializes in navigating the pharmacy and prescription challenges.

Contributing Author Kelli Charlton, B.S., LME Director of Education, Stapley Pharmacy

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FUNCTIONAL FAT BURNING

By Justin Lane, LAc, Functional Medicine Practitioner, East West Health

We have all heard that watching caloric intake, exercising, and eating low-fat foods will help us get fit and healthy. Still, many Americans are fatter, sicker and more depressed than ever. If you have tried to get to your ideal weight, feel energized again, and have healthy hormones, but find yourself struggling to reach your fitness goals, I have a few tips that might help you on your journey to wellness: 1. Restore the Gut Bugs: Research has shown that the ratio of Bacteriodes to Firmicutes bacteria in your gut determine whether you will metabolize the calories you consume or store them as fat. For thousands of years, our ancestors ate fermented foods on a daily basis which fed the Bacteriodes bugs and kept them lean and healthy. The food we eat today is molecularly different than the food our grandparents ate – especially different from the food that our Paleolithic ancestors munched on.

2. Eat Healthy Fats: We have been conditioned to avoid fat in our diet at all costs. However, you don’t have to be afraid of fats – you just need to make sure the fats you eat come from healthy sources! Avocados, sardines, anchovies, fish, nuts, seeds, and coconut are all great sources of healthy fats.

They will help you have more energy, boost brain function, raise good HDL cholesterol, lower bad LDL cholesterol, protect against the buildup of plaque in your arteries,

prevent belly fat, strengthen your immune system, and improve your mood.

3. Use Mindfulness, Not Cortisol: Mindfulness is more than just a catchy term. It is the one thing that will allow you to decrease cortisol – one of your fat storing hormones.

Mindfulness is also the shortest route to changing poor habits into good habits, like planning your meals in advance versus going through the drive-through of a fast food restaurant. Not only does mindfulness help you make better choices, it has also been shown in several studies to reduce insulin resistance in your cells. This means that the sugar you do eat is consumed as energy instead of being stored as fat.

Getting ready for swimsuit season means looking at weight as a symptom of a bacterial overgrowth of Firmicutes, eating the wrong foods, and lack of awareness. Look at symptoms that change when you eat certain foods: hunger, cravings, energy, sleep, and brain fog. Once you make the commitment to dig deeper into the cause of your weight gain, you may be surprised at how much better you can feel without carrying around an extra 10, 20, or 100 pounds!

To learn more about how your own gut bacteria may be affecting your health, call East West Health at 435.773.7790 or visit us at 558 E Riverside Drive, #208, and at www. acueastwest.com.

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About six years ago I was in a very similar situation as many others: I didn’t have the energy I needed, I didn’t feel healthy and I needed to lose about 40-50 lbs. I started off by reducing my calorie intake and worked my way up to exercising at least 4-5 hours per week with high intensity. I soon found myself with less energy than before and I was actually getting bulkier and bigger, partially from muscle gain, but also from an inflammatory response that I was unaware of at the time. I finally decided to reach out to the founder of East West Health, Regan Archibald my brother. From there I had some specific tests that evaluated which foods were causing me inflammation, what bacteria and/or infections in my ‘gut’ were causing issues, and also looked at my adrenals to evaluate different stress hormone function.

The discoveries were eye opening, and from there over the course of about 6 months of receiving guidance and treatment from East West Health, I was able to lose about 30 lbs and regain a ton more energy and mental clarity (that I didn’t realize was gone). Over the course of 9 months I was able to lose another 20 lbs and have maintained that ever since. Now I have spent the last 5 years understanding this approach and I love to see others achieve their health goals.

From left to right: Emily Wilson, Regan Archibald - LAc, Chris Miller - Dc, Justin Lane - LAc, Cade Archibald, Kristie Adams

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By Bryt Christensen, MD Board Certified Physical Medicine and Interventional Pain Physician Most pain conditions involve injury, overuse, or typical wear and tear on the musculoskeletal system (i.e. the bones, joints, tendons, ligaments, and spine).

Stem cell, tissue allograft, and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapies are all being used more frequently for the treatment of these common conditions. Each of these therapies is explained below.

Prior to the use of stem cell, tissue allograft, and PRP therapies, most musculoskeletal conditions were treated with a combination of rest, rehabilitation, medications, cortisone injections, and surgery.

We now have additional options for many of these conditions. Stem cell, tissue allograft, and PRP have the ability to help reduce pain, increase function, and potentially heal damaged tissues. Many conditions can be treated with simple in-office procedures, using image guided injections. These treatments should be provided by only a board certified physician, and never be offered without image guidance to ensure proper placement.

Bone marrow derived mesenchymal stem cells have been used for several years now and are FDA approved. These stem cells are typically harvested from the bone marrow and then reintroduced to the site of interest, during a fairly simple office procedure. Bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells are also being used during orthopedic and spine surgeries to help with bone fusions, ligament repairs, and cartilage defects. Their use has been shown to be safe and can potentially help reduce pain, increase healing and help to increase function.

Allograft tissues are tissues and cells that are donated from one human being to another. Allograft tissue can be used under

FDA approval when used under certain conditions. Allograft tissues that are being used for the treatment of musculoskeletal conditions are typically donated from amniotic, placental, and cord tissue from live births. These tissues are then screened for infection and cleared for use in others. These products contain various amounts of cells, growth factors, and tissue scaffolding that can effectively treat many musculoskeletal pain conditions.

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) is plasma that is isolated from the patient’s own blood.

This plasma contains a highly concentrated amount of platelets not normally present.

Platelets naturally flow throughout the blood stream and function to help stop bleeding.

They also signal to the other immune cells to help heal damaged tissue and can help reduce pain. PRP is prepared by a centrifugation process, after a simple blood draw. The plasma is then immediately used to treat the area of interest. PRP has been shown to be effective at treating various tendon, muscle, and some joint conditions. Here is a recent patient’s experience with PRP: “For the past f ive years I have experienced pain in my left knee and leg.

Over time, the pain kept getting worse.

My knee would also give out when walking. I saw an orthopedic surgeon who performed laparoscopic surgery to see if he could find the cause. He removed my fat pad thinking this was the cause.

The giving out of my knee went away but the pain continued on for 4 more years. An ultrasound found that I had a patellar tendon tear. I opted to try PRP hoping this would fix the tear without having to go through another surgery.

After the procedure it took about six

weeks for the pain to go away and I was able to be more active. I am now able to hike and climb stairs without pain.”

The use of stem cells, allograft tissues, and PRP to treat musculoskeletal conditions should be considered only after a thorough history and physical exam performed by a physician trained to diagnose and treat the conditions of interest and after proper patient consent. For best results, the physician should also use image guidance during the treatment to ensure proper placement to the desired location.

The physicians at Southwest Spine and Pain have been using regenerative therapies for years and continue to stay at the forefront of stem cell and platelet-rich plasma research and techniques. If you have questions regarding these therapies or any other pain complaints, the highly trained physicians at Southwest Spine and Pain Treatment Center are willing to help.

About the Author

Dr. Bryt Christensen attended the University of Utah School of Medicine where he was granted an international award for his spine research. After completing a surgical internship in Charlotte, NC, Dr. Christensen began a physical medicine and rehabilitation residency at the Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, MD. During his final year of training at the hospital, Dr. Christensen was elected by his peers and staff to serve as chief resident.

His experience working with patients and helping them achieve more functional, pain-free lives inspired him to complete a multidisciplinary pain medicine fellowship at Johns Hopkins. This training provided Dr. Christensen with the opportunity to learn the most up-to-date imageguided procedures, anesthesiology, physical medicine, neurology, and psychiatry techniques.

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Wisdom Teeth

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By Dr. Jamison Metcalf Have you ever wondered why we have a set of teeth often nicknamed wisdom teeth and why many people have them removed?

Third molars, also known as wisdom teeth, are the last teeth to develop and erupt into our mouths and do so at the very back of our upper and lower jaws. They typically erupt between the ages of 18-25 which is why they are nicknamed “Wisdom Teeth” as they erupt at a time when we are thought to become more wise and mature. Although they have a catchy nickname wisdom teeth often cause problems that require them to be removed. Most of these problems occur because of inadequate space in our mouths to accommodate them.

These problems include pain, infection, periodontal disease (bone loss from chronic infection), poor eruption patterns, and the formation of different types of cysts and tumors. Unfortunately, some people don’t know they have wisdom teeth until they cause one or more of these problems because wisdom teeth often grow below the surface of the gums and remain undetectable without an x-ray evaluation.

If they are stuck under the gums they are called impacted wisdom teeth. These impacted wisdom teeth can cause problems including the growth of cysts or tumors or growing at an angle into the adjacent healthy molars. Growing into the adjacent teeth can cause crowding and misalignment of your otherwise healthy teeth. It can also be very difficult to clean them properly which can lead to tooth decay, gum disease, bone loss and infection which can be dangerous. Some wisdom teeth can erupt properly and if well cared for can function just like other teeth. Unfortunately though, most people who choose to keep their wisdom teeth will likely lose one or more of them over the course of their lifetime due the problems discussed.

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By pro-actively removing wisdom teeth during this period we can prevent them from disrupting the normal growth and alignment of healthy teeth. Another benefit is that at this younger age wisdom teeth aren’t fully formed and the jawbone is more forgiving which decreases the risk of surgery and makes the recovery period much more comfortable. The removal of wisdom teeth can be performed under local anesthesia but is most often done under sedation to keep patients as comfortable as possible.

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If you’re curious about whether you should have your wisdom teeth removed contact the Oral and Facial Surgery Institute where board-certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons Dr. Jamison Metcalf and Dr. Shawn Davis perform these procedures frequently and safely.

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EDUCATION: - Bachelor of Science, University of Utah, 2008 - Dental School, University of Iowa, 2012 - University of Oklahoma Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Residency, 2016 ABOUT DR. METCALF: Dr. Jamison Metcalf is originally from Salt Lake City and attended the University of Utah, where he received his bachelor’s degree in 2008. Soon after, he was accepted into dental school at the University of Iowa where he acquired numerous academic awards and scholarships, and was inducted into the prestigious Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honor Society. Following dental school, Dr. Metcalf decided to further his education and completed a four-year residency at the University of Oklahoma Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Residency. During his residency, he gained extensive experience to treat a wide variety of oral and facial conditions including extraction of wisdom teeth, dental implants, trauma, corrective jaw surgery, TMJ surgery and reconstructive surgery. Additionally, he was trained to safely perform many forms of anesthesia including general anesthesia.

While they loved the Midwest and the time spent there furthering his education, Dr. Metcalf along with his wife and their four children are thrilled to have returned to their home state. During their free time, they enjoy all that Utah has to offer including hiking, fishing and skiing. Dr. Metcalf welcomes patients from Cedar City (Iron County), Kanab, Delta, Hurricane, Page, St. George and nearby areas.

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By Dr. Benjamin Carter

In my practice I often see adolescent patients with acne. Most patients have mild to moderate acne and have little to no risk of scarring. Rarely, I will see scarring, even WELLNE SS with mild to moderate acne. Frequently I will have a patient come in for acne treatment who has severe inflammatory acne with deep cysts and nodules (nodulocystic acne). These patients can develop scarring very quickly and unfortunately due to circumstances or to the rapidness of onset these patients end up with substantial acne scarring. The scarring can occur on any of the acne affected areas including the face, neck, chest, back and arms. The scarring can be mild textural change or more significant “pock” or “ice pick” scarring. The more severe the scarring the more difficult it is to correct in the future. There is no doubt that early intervention for acne can minimize the risk of scarring for most patients.

Each year Americans spend upwards of 3 billion dollars to treat acne. Acne vulgaris (common acne) affects up to 50 million people in the US each year. The majority (85%) of individuals affected are between the ages of 12-24 years old. For this reason most people perceive acne to be an affliction of the young but surveys reveal acne can persist well into adulthood with as many as 35% of women and 20% of men complaining of acne in their 30’s. Interestingly, Caucasian boys and men are more likely to develop nodulocystic acne which is more severe and is more likely to scar.

Acne is the result of multiple processes in the skin which influence the pilosebaceous (hair follicle and oil gland) unit. During adolescence as hormone levels rise there is increased oil production within the skin which in turn creates increased stickiness of skin cells. These skin cells build up creating hyperkeratosis (increased dead skin cell thickness) which overlies the hair follicle opening . This in turn leads to additional build up of oil and skin within the hair follicle. At this point there can be proliferation of Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes) which can be found on the skin normally but in acne can produce an inflammatory response within the follicle. If the follicle ruptures that inflammatory response can become even more intense and more significant and deep acne cysts and nodules can form in response to the rupture leading to intense redness, pain and scarring.

Treatments for acne are tailored to those three principle factors: oil production, sticky skin cells and inflammation. For most patients with mild to moderate acne, topical therapy will be sufficient. Salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide (BPO), glycolic acid can all be helpful for sticky skin cells and BPO functions as an astringent reducing the amount of oil on the skin and killing bacteria. Topical retinoids such as tretninoin serve to increase skin cell turnover and reduce oil production. Topical antibiotics such as erythromycin and clindamycin can be used to reduce the numbers of P. acnes bacteria on the skin in turn reducing inflammation. Oral antibiotics can also be helpful for moderate to severe acne by reducing global inflammation in acne affected skin. For moderate or severe scarring acne or nodulocystic acne oral isotretinoin can be administered.

These treatments can help reduce the social, emotional and psychological effects of acne in addition to reducing the potential for scarring. If you or someone you know suffers with acne call Dr. Benjamin Carter at Riverside Medical Arts for an appointment at (435) 628-6466.

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About the Author Dr. Benjamin Carter was raised in St. George and attended Dixie College and the University of Utah prior to moving to Milwaukee, Wisconsin for medical school.

He attended the Medical College of Wisconsin (2002-2006) and completed dermatology residency training at the Medical College of Wisconsin (2007-2010). Dr. Carter practices general medical and surgical dermatology.

He currently resides in Santa Clara, Utah and is married to Janae. They have five children.

Ben enjoys spending time with his family at home and in the outdoors.

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By Dr. Todd Parry

Getting our hand where it needs to be, to reach, grab, hug and swing a club initiates at the shoulder. But, when it wears out, it doesn’t just keep you from throwing baseballs, it hurts. It will start to hurt to take off a shirt, hold a gallon of milk, or even just to sleep.

After you’ve exhausted your situation with stretching and therapy (a video of shoulder stretches and strengthening exercises I recommend can be found at https://reverehealth.com/doctors/todd-parry-md) as well as injections with cortisone or stem cells, there are corrective options. The options available are based on what part of the shoulder is causing the problem. Some of the more common advanced conditions can be: • Standard rotator cuff (RC) tear • Long standing RC tear, that has lost its “window of opportunity” to be fixed • RC tear that has been there so long that the abnormal motion has led to arthritis • General wearing out of the cartilage from a life well lived, osteoarthritis Let’s briefly outline how these various problems can be corrected.

• RC tear - This is when the tendon of the deep muscles of the shoulder pulls off of the bone. It can’t reattach itself. The muscle continues to slowly pull the tendon away. We can roughen the bone surface to make it bleed, and reattach that tendon back to where it is suppose to go.

• Retracted RC tear - if one ignores the problem too long that tendon pulls far away from its attachment site and the muscle scars in that shortened position. We then need to use a graft to patch that distance. It can bridge from the tendon to its normal site, or simply go from bone to bone to recreate a new roof for the shoulder • When the ball and socket of the shoulder has worn away its soft cartilage covering and is down to bone-on-bone, the surfaces have to be replaced with a shoulder replacement. But, if there is no RC to keep the ball centered in the socket we have another option.

We reverse the ball and cup surfaces in what is called a Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement. Through some fancy engineering this allows the shoulder to function without a RC. • When the surfaces are worn and the cuff is intact, then a simple recovering of the surfaces, with a Total Shoulder Replacement, will do the job of alleviating pain and returning function The shoulder is a wonderfully complex joint. Its function allows us to reach, grab, hug, and swing a club. If your shoulder is not functioning like you need it to, come in and we can sort out what has gone wrong, and what options are available. Appointment can be arranged with Dr. Todd Parry, by calling 628-9393, Coral Desert Orthopedics, with Revere Health.

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Recently, we had the chance to get to know Dean David Park, DO and learn about Rocky Vista University's Southern Utah campus. The Ivins, UT location is the second medical school and first osteopathic school in Utah. It is not necessarily a new medical school, but rather a new campus of an established medical school founded in 2006 in Parker, CO. We were excited to learn more about how their new campus is getting involved in our southern Utah community and what they have to offer.

What makes Rocky Vista University's College of Osteopathic Medicine unique?

We are one of 51 campuses of Osteopathic medical schools in the country and we are ranked highly in national board scores. We also embrace technology and innovation and we train our students for the 21st century so all students get ultrasound training and simulation training. In other words, before they practice on real patients, they will work on a $100k+ mannequin that can simulate various types of scenarios kind of like NASA experiences with the various simulation training scenarios they provide for space travel.

By the time they see a real patient for the first time in a hospital or medical setting, they feel much more comfortable and have more experience because of the technology we are able to incorporate.

What is Osteopathic Medicine and what types of professionals graduate from your program?

There are two types of fully licensed physicians in the United States, the traditional MD and the DO. The DO stands for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. It is a form of medicine created in the United States that was created by an MD that felt that medicine needed to be more than surgery and medication. The first tenant of Osteopathic Medicine focuses on the idea that the body is a unit of body, mind and spirit, thus, we treat the patient as a full person. The second tenant is that the human body is capable of self-healing, self-maintenance and self-regulation. The third tenant is that structure and functionally are integrally related. Thus, we need to consider both the form and structure of the body as well as the organs and mechanisms held by that form and structure.

The practical component is that we learn osteopathic manipulative treatments (OMT) to add to our practice which help impact form and thus help address function.

After students complete the medical school training in 4 years at our campus, the DO students choose medical specialties (residency training) just like MD programs such as family medicine, internal medicine, etc. - they have the same options as MD students.

How many students attend RVU? How do they get involved in the community?

We have 125 students/year and we just finished our first academic year. The first cohort will start their second year and we will have a new cohort of 125 students coming with 250 total students on campus for the upcoming academic year. Eventually we will have four cohorts with a total of 500 students.

We expect our students to engage in service as part of their training. They get involved on university wide service events as well as engaging in service groups self-formed by students. For example, many students will form special interest groups where they will go to local schools and teach about medicine and wellness. They will also be involved in the marathon and local races to provide medical coverage or engage in non-profit initiatives. Many of them enjoy mentoring and inspiring younger students in the community. My belief is that we learn the most through teaching, so, mentoring and teaching our future generations is important to us. In a few weeks, we will be running our first pre-med academy for students in Iron County and Washington County where chosen students interested in medical school will have a 3 day intensive medical training to learn more about medical school and medicine in general.

What do you wish the community knew more about RVU? We would love for them to realize that Southern Utah has it's own medical school and to be proud its one of the top Osteopathic schools in the country. We want to partner with the community as much as possible because healthcare is a community and we expect our staff and students to collaborate. We want to be a positive, contributing force to the community moving forward and want to find ways to partner, support and share in positive initiatives in Southern Utah.

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By Terrin Parker Before the development and use of the varicella vaccine, many of us remember being exposed to chicken pox as a child, sometimes intentionally, so as to contract the virus which, after running its course, provides immunity to further infection… in most folks. For some, the virus (which remains dormant in nerve roots) can reactivate many years later and cause shingles, also known as zoster or herpes zoster.

Shingles is a painful skin rash that can occur anywhere on the body, but most often occurs on the torso. Though it is not clear why the virus reawakens in some cases, it is believed to be triggered as the immune system weakens with age, and the majority of cases occur in people over 60. Stress is also believed to be a trigger for shingles.

Though shingles is not life-threatening, it is certainly life-altering.

It can be very painful, and have lasting complications, such as vision loss, skin infections, neurological problems, and postherpetic neuralgia (PHN)—a painful condition in which damaged nerve fibers send confused and exaggerated messages of pain from the skin to the brain.

PHN pain can feel like a burning sensation, or episodes of severe shooting or electric-like pain, and a heightened sensitivity to soft touch that would not normally cause pain. Abnormal sensations like itching may also occur. PHN is often very painful, and can be quite debilitating, causing a decrease in quality of life for those affected.

There is no treatment which modifies the disease course of PHN, so controlling symptoms is the main goal of treatment. Many people rely on topical and/or oral medications to control their symptoms, however many of the oral meds have negative side effects that are not worth the risk. Opioids (pain meds) are not generally recommended due to mixed evidence of efficacy and concerns about abuse and addiction.

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that has been found to effectively relieve PHN symptoms, with no side effects at all. The Calmare device takes a biophysical rather than a biochemical approach, avoiding the adverse side effects and addictive properties linked to narcotic pain killers.

A ‘no-pain’ message is transmitted to the dysfunctional nerve cells via disposable surface electrodes applied to the skin in the regions of pain. The perception of pain is cancelled out when the ‘no-pain’ message replaces that of pain, using the same pathway through the surface electrodes in a non-invasive way. Essentially, the neural signature is re-written. The brain is no longer receiving the dysfunctional signal.

Regardless of intensity, the pain can be completely eliminated for immediate relief.

Dr. Ward Wagner of Dixie Chiropractic has been using Calmare in his clinic for years, and has had tremendous success in treating patients with various types of chronic pain, including PHN. “By connecting electrodes from the Calmare machine to the body near areas of pain, the patient becomes unable to feel the original symptoms and, over the course of treatment, the brain begins to normalize the neural signature from that of ‘pain’ to that of ‘no pain’,” reports Dr. Wagner.

The Calmare device has been used to successfully treat thousands of patients worldwide, and has been shown to be effective in treating neuropathic as well as oncologic pain. Other conditions treated include: chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN), phantom limb syndrome, sciatica, post-surgical neuropathic pain, low back pain, neck pain, reflex sympathetic dystrophy, as well as PHN. If you or someone you know is suffering from the painful effects of PHN or other chronic nerve pain, and you would like more information on Calmare Pain Therapy Treatment, contact Dixie Chiropractic at 435-673-1443.

You can also read more on Calmare at their website: dixiechiro.com.

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class American—smiled as he told me about an experience he had | M I NhisDprescription. & B OHe DY while purchasing told me that, for years, he had paid his customary $15 co-pay when picking up this prescription.

However, due to skyrocketing health insurance premiums, he was FA M I LY forced to|change health insurance plans. He ultimately switched to a less expensive plan which did not cover medications. He decided it was worth the risk. With a little fear and trepidation, he braced himself as | C technician U L T U Rtotaled E his bill. He had no idea how much the pharmacy he would owe. Then, the number presented itself. He was told, “That will be $10.”

Whew! relief. Then confusion flooded | W E L LHeNfelt E immediate SS in. He responded, “There must be a mistake. My new health plan does not cover medication. I have been paying $15 for years on a health plan that does cover medication.” The pharmacy staffer responded, “I know, but that amount was your co-pay. The medicine only costs $10.” My friend left the pharmacy, still confused. He thought, Why have I been paying more so I can pay more?

Amid the healthcare reform storm, the question remains…

Why are middle-class Americans still paying more for the “benefit” of paying more?

Last week, I watched an expert in health care economics respond to simple questions posed by a reporter. The reporter wanted to know why health care was so expensive. In an effort to answer that question, they discussed the evolution of medical economics, legislation, Obamacare and President Trump’s most recent executive health reform action.

After dialogue on these issues was exhausted, the reporter was running out of time and summarized their discussion this way: Reporter: “So, the reason healthcare is so expensive is because the healthcare system charges so much?”

Expert: “Yes.” Reporter: “So, the answer to controlling healthcare costs is to discuss how to reduce costs?”

Expert: “Yes.” Reporter: “So, how many meetings are there in Washington discussing how to control the expenses?”

Expert: “None.”

Reporter: “Why?” Expert: “Because lobbyists are strong in Washington and do not want the costs to go down.”

So, if our elected and appointed government leaders are unwilling or unable to meet to discuss lowering health care costs, the responsibility shifts to us. This is a new paradigm.

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Do you ever feel like you don’t have the right to ask? Do you ever feel like you are a victim of the system? Do you ever look with one eye open and your heart pounding as you open your explanation of benefits to find out (months later) just how much you owe? Does it feel like a crap shoot?

We can ask. We can find out. We can know. We can choose.

For example, St. George Surgical Center posts the exact cost of over 200 surgeries on their website. Healthcare Blue Book provides for the healthcare market what Kelly Blue Book does for the car market. There are friendly pharmacists, phone apps, and other resources to help us find the most cost-effective ways to obtain necessary medications. Cash-pay pricing on procedures and tests often offers big savings to consumers. It may take a little sleuthing and a little time, and as with any product or service, it may require a little travel to find the best deal. They do exist.

This newfound knowledge is saving my friend thousands of dollars on his healthcare. No longer does he live in fear and trepidation wondering how much his health care will cost. Now he knows. I hope by asking, it will do the same for you.

About the Author

J.R. received his bachelor of science in chemistry and exercise science and master of science in health promotion from Brigham Young University. Later, he received a master of medical science from Midwestern University and eventually became licensed a physician’s assistant (PA). He worked at Enterprise Valley Medical Center and later worked for the Emergency Department at Dixie Regional Medical Center in Saint George, Utah. He is the founder of Alive & Well, which began in 1995. J.R. currently works full time to provide individuals, families, and small businesses total solutions for their health and wellness needs. J.R. is surrounded by his beautiful wife and 4 beautiful daughters. He loves to golf, run and play the accordion, but not at the same time.

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SAFE WAYS TO STAY FIT IN THE ST. GEORGE HEAT!

By Terra Oliphant

With the dry, scorching temperatures of St George, you can easily talk yourself out of tackling another workout. Exercising outside during the summer months can be unappealing, not to mention dangerous. Instead of using the heat as an excuse to skip your workout, maybe it’s time to shake it up and try something new!

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Climb the Dixie Hill Indoors Hop on a treadmill to sculpt your lower body with a strong climb up the Dixie Hill at the peak of your endurance run. After a quick warm up, set your climb a little harder than normal using the treadmill speed and incline settings. You can safely push yourself faster and harder all summer, even with the boiling temperatures outside. Challenge not only your body but also your mind! Decide on a set time and don’t short yourself with a minute left on that timer – keep going until the end!

Be the Sunrise There is something so invigorating about waking up before the sun. Your mind and body can be just as empowering as the rising sun. Take a class in the early hours of the morning. Enjoy the strength of chisel, the speed of spin, or the Zen of yoga.

Try them all to find the right fit for you! Then, remember to go back for more. Every time the sun, in all its power and glory rises to greet another day, ask yourself if you greet the day with that same power. You have the ability to control your mind and your body, and let your sun rise from within!

Suit Up! Grab your swimsuit and head to the pool for a great workout! Join the members attending Aqua Fit, or get your groove on at Aqua Jam. Have you ever wondered what’s SUP? Stand Up Paddleboard is a blast. Join the crowd laughing their way through a class trying to know what’s SUP! Be sure to wear sunscreen! Summer sunburns can put a damper on anyone’s fun days. If you’re not having fun working out, today is the day to change that - agua is where it’s at!

Pick Up a Racket St George is falling in love with pickleball. Grab a racket and sweat out the worries of life on the court. You may want to start early or end late to beat the heat, but this is a sport everyone should try. If pickleball isn’t your thing, try out tennis - my first love with a racket. Find a new you and get on the court!

Dance in the Rain I love running outdoors, but the summer makes me forget that completely. When it starts to sprinkle, there is nothing more soothing to my soul than a rain-run! Don’t forget to dance when it pours! Rain is a rare commodity here. My soul dances when it rains, and it’s a great reminder for my feet to follow. The rain cools me off, and is a nice change of pace from my usual super-sweaty outings.

Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate!

Remember - the warmer the temps, the greater the chance of dehydration.

Your health is the priority. I can’t say it enough - no matter what activity you enjoy, don’t forget your water! St George is a place of heat, and most of us live here because we love the weather. Because of this, water should be our best friend. With all the new, stylish, 24-hour cold water containers available, it is easy to find something you will like carrying around to stay cool and hydrated.

About the Author

Flip Flops and sunshine are two of my favorite things.

Being a wife and mother of four active girls, keeps me fit chasing after their schedules. I find my mommy peace in every workout I pour my heart into.

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Eliminate loose lower dentures! The lost art of the most helpful dental implant.

By Dr. Dane Boren, Implant & Family Dentistry, Sleep Dentistry Most lower denture, or partial denture, wearers know the struggle that comes with them. Lower dentures can be the most difficult to “deal” with due to looseness, food accumulation, speech issues and the list goes on. Most sufferers can tell you about running to the restroom at the restaurant to clean their denture as soon as they finish their meal. Not to mention the limited choices that the menu offers due to the difficulty of eating many foods that they would normally enjoy.

Implant dentistry has helped lower denture wearers tremendously. However, there are many people that traditional implant dentistry cannot adequately help or at least they get some assistance from dental implants but the treatment is less than ideal.

There is one implant that is the exception to the limited relief or function that traditional root shaped implants provide. This implant can feel like a near complete restoration of the lower teeth. Nearly all foods are possible to eat with this implant and it stabilizes the lower denture fantastically.

The implant is called a subperiosteal implant. In the dental field there has been some great controversy over the use of this implant. Why, you ask? The subperiosteal implant is the most complicated of all the implant modalities to perform properly that is available to patients suffering with lower dentures. To be successful the Dentist needs a great deal of hands on training and understanding of all the parameters of full mouth reconstruction and surgery.

The techniques cannot be learned in some quick weekend courses like traditional root shaped implant techniques can. IV sedation is available to provide comfort during this procedure.

Traditional root shaped implants are placed with a drill that most dentists are very familiar with, and skilled at, using on a day to day basis and the technique is relatively simple in comparison. In addition many dentists and dental students have heard that the subperiosteal is to be avoided because of

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failures and this misguided “advice” has been adopted as truth over the years. However the reality is that the subperiosteal implant, in the right hands, enjoys a success rate as good as any implant treatment available today and, in addition, offers one of the fastest results as well as one of the most satisfying results available.

Advances in 3D imaging and 3D printing has eliminated one of the 2 necessary surgeries for subperiosteal treatment. This makes this treatment more affordable, and tremendously more comfortable for the patient. So why is it the lost art in the field of implant dentistry? Mainly the availability and motivation to learn all that is needed to perform this procedure successfully. Most of the “founders” and professionals that successfully perform subperiosteal surgeries are now retired or deceased. The training is time consuming and expensive, in both time and money. It is very difficult to obtain this training. This combined with the few dentists that have to desire to go through such training, if they can even find the training, result in this wonderful option being lost to time. A tragedy to be sure. If you, or someone you know, suffers with a lower partial or full denture...you owe it to yourself to find out more about this wonderful service.

About the Author Dr. Boren was born and raised in Cedar City, UT. After serving a mission for the L.D.S. church in Tokyo Japan he married Peggy Rose from Henrieville Utah.

He has spent most of his married life right here in St. George. Dr. Boren attended SUSC (Shows his age! Now it's SUU!) in Cedar City and was accepted into the Utah/ Nebraska partnered RDEP dental program. In this program he attended his f irst year of dental school with the f irst year med students at the University of Utah, with 10 other select students. He then f inished his last 3 years of dental school at Creighton University Dental School in Omaha, NE.

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Traumatic brain injury in the United States: Emergency department visits, hospitalizations and deaths 2002–2006.

Retrieved from https://www.cdc.gov/traumaticbraininjury/ pdf/blue_book.pdf 2. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2010). QuickStats: Injury and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)-Related Death Rates, by Age Group --- United States, 2006. Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, 59(10), 303. Retrieved from https:// www.cdc.gov/mmwr/PDF/wk/mm5910.pdf 3. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (1999). Report to Congress: Traumatic brain injury in the United States. Retrieved from https://www.cdc.gov/traumaticbraininjury/pubs/ tbi_report_to_ congress.html# 4. Thornhill, S., Teasdale, G. M., Murray, G. D., McEwen, J., Roy, C. W., & Penny, K. I. Disability in young people and adults one year after head injury: Prospective cohort study. The BMJ, 320, 1631–1635. https://doi.org/10.1136/bmj.320.7250.1631 5. Federal Interagency Forum on Aging-Related Statistics.

(2000). Older Americans 2000: Key Indicators of Well-Being. Retreived from https://agingstats.gov/docs/PastReports/2000/OA2000.pdf 6. Joo, S. S., Yoo, Y. M., Ahn, B. W., Nam, S. Y., Kim, Y. B., Hwang, K. W., & Lee, D. I. (2008). Prevention of inflammation-mediated neurotoxicity by Rg3 and its role in microglial activation.

Biological and Pharmaceutical Bulletin, 31(7), 1392-1396. http://doi.org/10.1248/bpb.31.1392 7. Bao, H. Y., Zhang, J., Yeo, S. J., Myung, C. S., Kim, H. M., Kim, J. M., . . . Kang, J. S. (2005). Memory enhancing and neuroprotective effects of selected ginsenosides. Archives of Pharmacal Research, 28(3), 335-342.

8. Mannaa, F., Abdel-Wahhab, M. A., Ahmed, H. H., & Park, M. H. (2006). Protective role of Panax ginseng extract standardized with ginsenoside Rg3 against acrylamide-induced neurotoxicity in rats. Journal of Applied Toxicology, 26(3), 198-206. https://doi.org/10.1002/jat.1128 9. Bieganowski, P., & Brenner, C. (2004). Discoveries of nicotinamide riboside as a nutrient and conserved NRK genes establish a Preiss-Handler independent route to NAD+ in fungi and humans. Cell, 117(4), 495-502. Retrieved from http:// www.cell.com/cell/pdf/S0092-8674(04)00416-7.pdf 10. Belenky, P., Bogan, K. L., & Brenner, C. (2007). NAD+ metabolism in health and disease. Trends in Biochemical Sciences, 32(1), 12-19. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.tibs.2006.11.006 † Statements made are for educational purposes and have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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AFFIRMATIONS Accessing Your Mind’s Power

By Brigit Atkin

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We hear the term “Affirmation” quite a bit these days. But just what is an affirmation? I compiled definitions from several sources to illustrate the power of this word: • To “affirm” means to state something that is true • A statement of truth which one aspires to absorb into his life • An action of support or approval • An assertion that something is true • A positive statement or judgment • A statement intended to provide encouragement, emotional support, or motivation, especially when used for purposes of autosuggestion Affirmations reinforce an intention so deeply that it bypasses one’s conscious mind, and goes straight into the subconscious.

This is powerful because the subconscious mind believes what it is told – much like a blank screen that displays whatever is projected onto it. Much like an acorn that is planted eventually becomes a mighty Oak. According to the late author and motivational speaker Louise Hay, “all of our self-talk, our internal dialogue, is a stream of affirmations. You’re using affirmations every moment whether you know it or not. You’re affirming and creating your life experiences with every word and thought.”

Our thoughts and words eventually create our reality. Mahatma Gandhi once said, “Your beliefs become your thoughts, your thoughts become your words, your words become your actions, your actions become your habits, your habits become your values, your values become your destiny.” Oh, the power of our words!

Each one of us would be very wise to carefully and mindfully create the phrases we repeat to ourselves daily.

One of the most effective ways to use affirmations is to write or type a word or phrase that resonates with you, and put it where you can see it often. Every time you see it, say it aloud several times. Whether you really believe the statement or not, using the declarations will plant new thought in the fertile ground of your mind. Over time, you will find new thought-patterns emerging.

You will see your life change. I put together a list of some of my favorite affirmations that I use both personally and professionally.

Some of these came from the book “The Game of Life and How to Play It”. Some were inspired by SimplyHealed founder Carolyn Cooper. Feel free to copy and use for yourself:

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inspiration; I make right decisions quickly | vT he ground I am on is happy ground vT he systems in my body operate | and communicate effectively and optimally vT he genius within me is now released vT he obstacles before me give way vS uccess is mine, and I claim it v I am safe v I trust that everything works out v I allow myself to be divinely

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About the Author Brigit Atkin – Brigit of Brightworks uses alternative healing methods to help improve the lives of others facing challenges and difficulties. She is certified in SimplyHealedTM method and was trained by founder Carolyn Cooper herself. For more information, visit www.brightworksbybrigit.com

Choose a few (or all) of the above affirmations and put them to the test: use them several times daily over the rest of the summer and see what is different by Fall. What we plant in our minds becomes a magnet that attracts whatever takes root there. It bears fruit and becomes our reality. What might not feel “true” for us today will feel comfortable in the weeks and months ahead. Choose wisely what grows in your mind, as these affirmations will indeed blossom into your new truth.

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v I see the hand of Providence in my life each day v It is safe for me to be my authentic self

v I step into perfect health and allow myself to feel great v Prosperity and Abundance are a part of my daily life vT here is always enough v I am enough

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my mind, body, business, and affairs. I see clearly and act quickly, and my greatest expectations come to pass in a miraculous way

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Letting In

The Other Side of Letting Go

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By Jasher and Lisa Feellove, BeHot Yoga The art of the effortless way. What does that mean? It means that most of the time we hold ourselves back because we really don’t let things in on a deep level. When we let the breath in on a deep level, it creates a peace affect (and effect) on the physical body. When we let love in, it creates a nurturing and harmonizing effect (and affect) on all levels of our being.

Many times in pop culture we hear the term “let it go”.

The issue is, we don’t want to let it go because that means change. Change is terrifying, as it is the unknown—it means things will be different. It means, in a term I came up with, we will become “the beginners fool,” and that is ok. A new beginning is always something else’s ending.

When possible, I am an advocate for the graceful path, and the graceful path is letting in. When you let the light in, the darkness or fear is circumvented. All the other things—and they are unique for each person—must succumb. When we allow the breath in on a deep level, it creates an equilibrium in the body and equanimity in the mind. When the mind is in this state of equanimity and the body is in the state of

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equilibrium, without trying to fix 10,000 things, you have | C U LT U R E let them all go. This is the graceful path. This is the art of letting in.

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Letting in creates awareness—and awareness is key.

Awareness is empowering, because it allows you to enjoy each step on your path without the feelings of insecurity about your journey.

I love the quote by William Shakespeare, “Assume a virtue if you have it not.” In other words, let in who you already are, but in your mind have told yourself you are not. By assuming this virtue, you let go of what has been standing in your way.

Go within, let in. The true purpose of practice is to see things as they are. To observe them as they are. To observe yourself in your true nature, and to let everything go, as it goes.

Breath in, breathe out, make room, let in.

Namaste.

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By Sound of Life Foundation Staff What is your favorite sound? Mine is of my daughter laughing. It just fills my heart with joy to hear her sounding so happy. Recently during a local mission trip to the southeast corner of Utah I had an experience that I will never forget. I was just finishing blow drying my hair and had turned off the blow dryer when the unexpected happened. I had my first (and hopefully last) case of sudden hearing loss. I couldn’t hear anything…seriously… nothing at all.

I started to panic and just kept thinking that this couldn’t happen to me. I had heard of this happening to other people but never thought that it would happen to me. I took a few…okay many, deep breaths and was able to calm myself down. I started doing different things to see if my ears would ”pop” After several minutes of complete silence, sound returned. I am not sure if you can even imagine the relief that I felt. It was then that I heard my favorite sound, my daughter laughing with her mother-in-law in the other room.

As the Director of the Sound of Life Foundation, I speak with people daily about the importance of hearing loss and how we cannot

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take it for granted. Hearing loss not only affects your ability to hear, it affects your balance, productivity, relationships, brain health and overall quality of life. It affects over 37.5 million American Adults.

Of those more than 80% have treatable hearing loss or loss that can be improved with the use of either hearing aids or a cochlear implant.

Though my hearing did return, I was grateful for the experience.

I can now better sympathize with the many people who come to us for help. Many people have hearing loss that has worsened over time without realizing the effects until others noticed the loss. Don’t delay! If you feel like you are missing words or are getting confused with what people say, get your hearing tested. Soon. And after being tested, if you find that you are financially unable to afford treatment, we are here to help you.

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By Richard K. Harder, MS Do you know of friends or family members who are or have been burdened with financial problems? What happened? How could their financial woes been avoided?

According to money management expert, Dave Ramsey, in the year 2017, 78% of U.S. households with a combined income of $ 100,000 or more are living from paycheck to paycheck.

Statistics confirm that personal money mismanagement for too many people is the cause of unnecessary consumer debt, low consumer ratings, anxiety, ill health, personal bankruptcy and broken relationships. So, let’s take a shot at tackling this modern day Goliath.

We face this potential problem daily and the important choice that one must make is to either manage their source of income or it will manage you. The later is no fun and always results in high levels of frustration. Disciplined money management results in peace of mind and responsible personal financial management is the solution to this perplexing problem.

I went to the local office supply store to purchase some printer paper. On my way to the check-out counter I noticed a “state of the art” wireless mouse – on sale. Wow, a wireless mouse I thought. I would like to have that. I grabbed one and included it with the needed copy paper purchase. In my mind at that moment I thought – I really deserve that wireless mouse. I work too hard not to have one (a weak piece of self-justification by the way).

I showed the great “wireless mouse” deal to my wife as soon as I got home. She said, that’s nice but we don’t need another computer mouse. We have three – one for each of our desktop computers and a third one that you use with your laptop computer. But, wife sweetheart, I said (knowing that I was being painted into a corner) – this one is wireless and was on sale. She said take it back. I lost the debate and returned the shiny “mouse” for a refund. End of story regarding an important financial management tip: screen purchase products and services based on need versus want. Outcome – more income saved, less spent on wants.

Let’s remind ourselves of a few basic facts at this point. The first is that the only potential source of wealth that most people have is after tax income – hard earned income based on spending the best hours of most days of the week in the workplace. Granted, some – a rare few, inherit wealth, win a lottery jackpot or win big at the casino. But these are rare.

Wealth is a relative term. By world standard if you have a twentydollar bill in your purse or wallet, enjoy fresh running water, cubed or crushed ice from your refrigerator dispenser and have a toilet that flushes you are wealthy. One short pencil for some is a prized possession.

Visit a nearby Costco store, look up and around and ask yourself – do we really need another brand of spaghetti sauce in this country?

We live in an abundant and wealthy environment. But, being broke and in debt within such an environment is frustrating and risky.

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Prepare and work from a simple budget. This is as basic as knowing what your monthly after tax income is against your monthly living expenses. If expenses exceed income here’s your choice.

Increase income or reduce expenses. It’s that simple. One will never be able to save for the near or distant (retirement) future unless income regularly exceeds living expenses.

TIP 3 Pay yourself on the 1st and 15th of every month. Regardless of when your employer paycheck is received, you take charge and on those dates (every month has a 1st and 15th) deliberately transfer a portion of what you have earned from your checking account to a simple passbook savings account – any amount. This becomes initially your emergency fund.

More can be said, but if one just starts with these three simple steps then the financial outcomes can be very exciting and worthwhile. A very liberating thought is that anyone can choose to live within their means and enjoy a greater sense of peace of mind.

Take responsibility for your hard earned income. Know how much you have, where it is coming from, where it is going, and what it is doing in the meantime – and, enjoy the peace of mind.

“Beware of little expenses; a small leak will sink a great ship.” - Benjamin Franklin About the Author Richard K. Harder is an adjunct instructor at Dixie State University in the Schools of Business and Communication and senior adjunct instructor in the College of Business and Public Management at the University of La Verne in California. He holds a master’s degree in management from California State University, Los Angeles, and degrees in business and hospitality management from San Francisco State University and the City College of San Francisco. He is principal of Richard Harder & Associates—Leadership Development and Consulting Services and Lead Smart Training in St. George. His professional mission as a consultant/ educator is to assist leaders in their effectiveness at managing individuals, task and teams, while improving quality of life for themselves and their families.

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As weather brings sghw | CU L T rising U R Esummer gas prices it also brings in rising interest rates. Right now, as we start to feel the heat of the summer months coming, we also have started to feel the heat with rising

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has seen in four years. So, here is a few thoughts to help hedge these interest rates as inevitably they will continue to increase.

1. Fix as much debt into fixed rates from Variable rates on all loans.

One thing to look at is your credit card debt. Interest rates on these cards are the first to climb and they probably have increased roughly 2% over the last year. If we have 20,000 or 30,000 in credit card debt the interest on these cards is hard to keep up with. The minimum payments would take over 10 years to pay off the cards, and we also continue to use them monthly. So, catching up with these cards is a tough thing when they have a high variable rate of interest.

A. Look at refinancing the home mortgage. The mortgage is your biggest tool in trying to work against interest rates today. The home mortgage is a fixed rate and probably the lowest interest rate you can get with any loan as it is the most secured. So, generally it is always the lowest source of interest and easier to catch up with payments.

B. Combine your credit card debt with the refinance of your home. Using your home to pay off all credit card and commercial debt is crucial in keeping up with rising interest rates. You will replace credit card debt at for example 15% with mortgage debt that is not only 4.8% but it is a fixed interest rate that can never change. This will save you not only money today, but a lot of money as interest rates move higher.

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increased to a rate higher than your primary or first mortgage. So, two things happen with an equity line of credit. 1. Interest rates are climbing as mentioned so this rate and payment will continue to go up.

If we owe 50,000 to 100,000 with an equity line of credit and that rate increases it will continue to be more expensive quick. 2. These loans are usually interest only, so they don’t get paid off unless of course you make higher payments and pay toward the principal. The concern is after 5 or 10 years, they don’t let you pay interest only anymore, so you are forced to pay principal and interest and the payment is now based on a 20-year amortization, so the payments usually more than doubles in payment from what you are paying today.

2. With rising interest rates, it helps savings and investments for the most part as you are on the right side of interest rates instead of the debt side. It is frustrating when you are paying 5% for example on a mortgage and you are only getting 2% or less on your savings accounts or CD’s. there is always a spread. So, the goal is to fix interest rates on all our debt and move as much of our savings into investments and CD’s that will benefit from the higher interest rates.

A. Talk to your investment advisor about rising interest rates and see what you are doing today and or not doing that could benefit from rising interest rates in the next few years.

We would love to help with your debt and mortgage so that we maximize the benefits of the loan and payoffs of cards and other. In addition, if you need us to review your savings and investments as to their allocations and what you are doing and or not doing we would love to take a few minutes and see if we can help. Regardless of who you use, please work on making sure your debt is fixed and your savings can benefit in the climate that is now here and will continue to increase.

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By Jessica Elgin, REALTOR

SITLA is one of the largest, if not “the largest”, development partners in Washington County. Since 1994, SITLA has generated $1.9 billion from trust lands, helping to grow the permanent endowments for public schools, state hospitals, colleges and universities to more than $2.5 billion today. Annual interest income from each endowment is distributed to 12 individual beneficiaries. They are Public Schools, Public Buildings, Miners Hospital at the University of Utah Medical Center, Reservoirs, College of Mines and Earth Sciences at the University of Utah, Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind, Utah State Hospital, University of Utah, Utah State University, Juvenile Justice Services, and Teaching Colleges at the University of Utah, Dixie State, Southern Utah, Utah State, Utah Valley, and Weber State Universities.

So who is SITLA and how are they doing this?

The School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration, SITLA, manages Utah’s 3.4 million acres of land held in trust for the 12 beneficiaries listed above. SITLA works with private business to generate revenue from energy and mineral royalties, and real estate and surface development. Proceeds from all development are deposited into permanent endowments for each beneficiary.

SITLA’s MISSION: Administering trust lands prudently and profitably for Utah’s schoolchildren and other trust beneficiaries.

SITLA manages a land portfolio for each beneficiary, generating revenue through all types of development, including: real estate development and sales; energy and mineral leases, rents, and royalties; and surface estate sales, leases, and easements. The proceeds are then deposited into the individual permanent endowments, which are invested by a separate agency, the School and Institutional Trust Funds Office. Annual interest income from each permanent fund is distributed annually to these state institutions.

If you have children in public schools, you may be familiar with their Community Council. SITLA is the agency that provides the funding for these councils.

In addition to generating substantial revenue, the Administration has been involved in numerous transactions and projects that have preserved and protected more than 560,000 acres of land in Utah, an area equivalent to the combined acreage of Arches, Bryce Canyon, Capitol Reef, and Zion national parks.

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to grow the portfolio and has several developments in the area, including; Fort Pierce Business Park, Coral Canyon, Hidden Valley, Tonaquint, Green Springs, Sienna Hills, Sun River, Desert Canyon, and Desert Color.

SITLA’s Development Group manages approximately 1% of the lands managed by the Trust. These 100 tracts have higher potential surface values to the About the Author beneficiaries. The development group Jessica Elgin entered the real carefully applies real estate development, estate market in 2000 as an land planning, land conservation, legal investor. After teaching classes and finance disciplines in its management to investors at a title company, she became a licensed agent of these special properties. They look for and quickly obtained the developers who excel at Community illusive Double Grand Alignment, Product differentiation, Centurion Award for selling Creativity, Financial viability, and natural over 170 homes in one year. resource sustainability.

She is a licensed Realtor in SITLA has played a key role in Utah and Nevada and is the Southern Utah’s past and will continue founder of the Home Buyers Resource Center. to do so well into the future. In the South Block area of St George alone, SITLA has invested over $29mm installing critical infrastructure and improvements to make the South Block one of the most attractive and resource sustainable developments in the area. As our area continues to grow, SITLA’s role in helping our area to grow smartly and sustainably will continue to increase. Thank you SITLA for your ongoing role in land development, partnering with groups and individuals who are genuinely concerned for our area, and adhering to the principles of smart growth.

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An estimated 90 million individuals own mutual funds — a number that has remained steady despite recent market ups and downs.1 To understand their enduring popularity, consider the following: 1. They come in many varieties. There are thousands of mutual funds available in the marketplace. Each has its own investment approach, which is explained in the prospectus. All you need to do is find the one that meets your particular goals, risk tolerance and objectives.

2. They’re professionally managed. When you invest in a mutual fund, you are hiring a full-time professional money manager to buy, sell and monitor your investments on your behalf. This day-to-day oversight can be valuable, especially during times of market volatility.

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They provide broad diversification. Most mutual funds hold far more securities in their portfolios than individual investors can typically afford to buy on their own. This level of diversification helps limit the impact that a decline in the value of any one security may have on your overall portfolio performance.

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They’re easy to track. Mutual funds offer you a spectrum of investments in one fund portfolio. Rather than following multiple individual securities, all you have to do is monitor the fund’s overall performance.

About the Author

Todd Johnson is a Wealth Management Advisor with Northwestern Mutual. He is also the Managing Director for operations in Southern Utah. Todd has been with Northwestern Mutual since 2003; he began after completing his Law Degree at Case Western University.

He is married to Erin Johnson and they are the parents of three beautiful girls. When he is not working, Todd enjoys spending time boating, mountain biking, riding horses, and spending time with his family.

5. They’re affordable. Most mutual funds allow you to buy into a fund with a small minimum investment, often $1,000 or less, making it easy to get started.

6. They offer easy access to your money. You can redeem your shares at their net asset value (NAV) on any business day. Of course, the amount you receive may be more or less than your initial investment.

Six Things You Should Know About Mutual Funds

By Todd Francis Johnson, Northwestern Mutual

What should you look for when selecting or evaluating a fund? While long-term performance is important, the following can also impact a fund’s success:

• The fund’s sales charges, fees, and expenses. These can add up over time and eat into your returns.

• Its turnover rate. A fund that frequently buys and sells securities may generate higher trading and capital gains costs.

• The volatility of the fund. Generally, the more a fund’s performance bounces up and down from year to year, the greater the investment risk.

Be sure to read the fund’s prospectus before investing. It provides detailed information that can help you decide whether a fund is right for you. Also, speak to a qualified financial representative, who can help you select suitable investments based upon your particular investment objectives, financial circumstances and risk tolerance.

2012 Investment Company Fact Book. www.icifactbook.org.

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You should carefully consider the investment objectives, risks, expenses and charges of the investment company before you invest. Your Northwestern Mutual Investment Services Registered Representative can provide you with a prospectus that will contain the information noted above, and other important information that you should read carefully before you invest or send money.

Article prepared by Northwestern Mutual with the cooperation of Todd Francis Johnson. Securities are offered through Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC (NMIS), a wholly-owned company of NM, member of FINRA and SIPC. Todd Francis Johnson is a Wealth Management Advisor with Northwestern Mutual, the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (NM), Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and its subsidiaries. Todd Francis Johnson is based in St George, UT. To contact Todd Francis Johnson please call (435) 628-8248, e-mail at todd.johnson@nm.com, or visit toddjohnson-nm.com.

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By Ellen M. Arch, MD As a Developmental Pediatrician and Clinical Biochemical Geneticist here in Saint George. I know all too well the struggles that today’s young people deal with, both mentally and emotionally. It’s not uncommon for me to meet kids who feel disenfranchised by the education system they have experienced. For many of them, self-esteem has suffered because they don’t excel with standard teaching techniques, or because they might be just a bit different, or have opinions that differ from those of their classmates and feel like for one reason or another they cannot fit in. I speak to patients regularly who are searching for an alternative to the regular public schools where they feel unsuccessful.

I embarked on this journey for alternatives myself while searching for the right high school for my son. I’ll admit it: I’ve got a smart one. Getting A’s has always been easy for him. He wants to study math and robotics. I’ve been around academia enough to know that getting A’s without being challenged won’t get him into the competitive universities that offer these programs. I also know that he’s not a “put in and spit out” kind of guy. His 9th grade year About the Author Dr. Ellen M. Arch is a Developmental Pediatrician and Clinical Geneticist. She serves as the Vice President of the Board of Directors of St. George Academy and is deeply invested in the educational opportunities for the students of Washington County.

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Saint George Academy is accepting enrollment for the 2018-19 academic year.

Visit their website stgacademy.org or call 435-319-0105 to schedule a meeting or campus tour with Director Jones. at another high school often felt to him like a waste of time. I heard about Saint George Academy from a friend before it had even had its charter approved. I joined the board, a group of community members committed to finding a better educational option for their kids, and for the students of Washington County. We had our setbacks and, at times I really wasn’t sure it would all work out, but it was worth a try - for my kid. And it did work, even better than I had had ever thought possible. Even though I played only a small part, I couldn’t be prouder of what we’ve built for all of our kids.

spent his entire professional life on college campuses. He already held advanced degrees in Genetics and was working on his PhD in education. Sounded perfect for a college prep school, right? Then, we interviewed him, and he offered so much more....

In his interview Director Jones talked about how he would reach the girl who sat in the back of the classroom, the one who wears too much make-up and doesn’t talk to anyone, or the boy who always plays the class clown. I know from my clinical practice that these kids are often suffering. Reaching them is something that educators in crowded

was envisioned as a place with light and air, and freedom to move around - one with open spaces and comfortable furniture, and lots of group seating for discussion. SGA doesn’t feel like your standard high school.

The environment is friendly and students want to be there, which is half the battle. I can tell you this is by design.

Learning at SGA includes, not only lectures, but group discussions, and beloved seminars like “The Psychology of Puzzles,” “The Math of Board Games,” “The Philosophy of Doctor Who,” and “#Adulting,” just to name a few. The goal is

schools with strict curriculum targets often have little time to do. Yet it can mean the difference between a child’s success or failure, not just in school, but in life. I realized then that SGA isn’t just for students like my son, it is for students who need a different environment to discover their own spark. It’s, first and foremost, the commitment of this man and his amazing staff to reaching their students that makes SGA so great.

At Saint George Academy’s inaugural graduation this year a speaker said that I love this school, almost more than anyone else. It’s true. SGA has become a place where my son can excel. He enjoys school again!

It’s also become a place where many of my patients have excelled. I could not imagine a better place for students to gather, and to come realize that they actually love learning.

Yet, there’s even more that students love about the SGA experience. The Academy

to challenge students to analyze a problem, form their own opinions, and express themselves. It’s the critical thinking that is so important not just for the student’s educational future but for their life!

At commencement a graduating senior said that Saint George Academy really is, “like one big family.” My son and the other students I’ve had the privilege to know agree.

Add to that family a group of highly trained, dedicated faculty and an administration with a student centered approach to learning, and you’ve got a recipe for creating self-motivated life-long learners. What more could I, or any parent, ask of a high school?

An Exceptional High School Experience. No Exceptions.

At SGA, students are encouraged to be themselves, and they feel empowered. Since this school opened, I’ve seen self esteem blossom in kids who were flailing in the standard education system. I’ve seen kids who were failing classes - yes, even at SGA – determine to bring their grades up because they love the place and don’t want to leave it.

Students feel valued because their teachers know their names and work to get to know who they are and what they think - and their opinion matters. This school knows how to reach kids and to turn them on to learning.

It’s corny, but SGA students “don’t just survive, they thrive.”

College preparation has always been the goal of our board of directors, but when we hired our director, David Jones, I knew this school was going to be a lot more than that. David was teaching in and directing the biology department at DSU. He’d

Ellen M Arch, MD Clinical/Biochemical Geneticist and Developmental Pediatrician Vice President, Board of Directors, Saint George Academy Evan’s Mom

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By Lyman Hafen

called them the, dog days We never of summer. But that s what they were.

About the Author Lyman Hafen is the author of a dozen books intent on connecting landscape and story in the American Southwest. He is executive director of the Zion National Park Forever Project, and is past president of the national Public Lands Alliance. He’s been writing and publishing for more than 35 years, with several hundred magazine articles in publications ranging from Western Horseman to Northern Lights, and was the founding editor of St. George Magazine in 1983. He’s been recognized on several occasions with literary awards from the Utah Arts Council, and won the Wrangler Award from the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum.

He lives in Santa Clara, Utah, with his wife Debbie. They’re the parents of six children and 15 grandchildren who live on both coasts of the United States, and in Europe.

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When I was a kid growing up on the southern edge of St. George, along about July things ground to a halt around here. Life during the weeks stretching endlessly into August became a constant search for the breeze from a swamp cooler duct, or the shade of a mulberry tree. The rest of the world was a big blast furnace that might melt you alive if you stopped in one spot too long.

Thank goodness for the ancient springs that issued cool water from deep inside the red rock ridges north of town. Those springs had been tapped by the pioneers who came to this valley in the early 1860s, and that miraculous water had been running down ditches, north and south, east and west, for

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decades. When I was born in the mid-1950s, the town ditches and the sparkling water that danced down them, was part of my birthright. And I grew up taking full advantage of the windfall. We were a generation that took water for granted here on the fringe of the Mojave Desert. Our forbears had put in the labor and paid the taxes that secured a plentiful supply for their posterity. By the time I was born we never gave a thought to where it had come from or what price had been paid for it.

I know a woman who grew up in the 1930s on an Arizona Strip homestead where live water was pretty much non-existent. Her family captured rainwater when they could and hauled the precious commodity from faroff springs to their home over miles of rough road. As a little girl she attended school in the one-room building at Mount Trumbull, but one winter the family moved to town, and on her first day at Woodward School in St. George she flushed a toilet for the first time in her life.

“I jumped back and hollered for help,” she recalled to me decades later. “I had both hands down in there trying to stop the water from rushing away. One of my classmates ran in to see what was wrong, and all I could say was, ‘It’s broken, it’s broken – look at all that water going to waste.’” She was sickened at the thought of so much water swirling down the drain.

Little more than a hundred years ago St. George’s entire water system still ran in open ditches throughout the city. Not until the summer of 1907 was there a bond election to determine if citizens were willing to incur a debt of $10,500 to establish a pipe system for the community. Of the 94 voters who showed up at the polls, 89 voted yes on the proposition. Apparently there were at least five folks in town who were content with the status quo.

In those days the status quo was an open ditch network running along the edges of the city’s streets. The ditches were fed from the East and West Springs and a few other small springs along the red ledges above the city. From those ditches came the culinary and drinking water for the town’s citizens, and the irrigation water for their vegetable gardens, orchards, lucerne patches, and flower beds. The ditches also served as water troughs for cows, horses, sheep, goats, dogs, and anything else dependent upon water for survival. David H. Cannon, an early St. George resident, reported that on one early morning walk he counted, “nine big cow droppings in the ditch.”

For years, St. George residents dealt with the open ditch with a program called “The Drinking Hour.” Onetwenty-fourth of the city’s water was reserved for drinking and culinary use. The Drinking Hour ordinance specified that for one hour each morning, all irrigation diversions must be taken out of the main ditch allowing water to flow freely through the system. During the specified hour, members of each household dipped water from the ditch in front of the house and poured it into barrels – enough for that day’s needs.

By the time I was growing up in this town in the 1960s, water ran freely from hoses snaking across our front lawns. On the hottest days of summer, when rainbows of water sprayed from the sprinklers at the end of the hose, we found miraculous respite running through those wet cascading curtains. From there, we could hop-trot barefoot down the sizzling sidewalk to Flood Street where glimmering cold water rushed down the ditch – as it had for decades -- and there dip our feet into the fresh flow that connected us to a past we were yet too young to understand.

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When you consider the musical genius possessed by rock ‘n’ roll icons Jerry Lee Lewis, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash and Carl Perkins, | WELLNESS one can only imagine what it would be like to see them all perform together.

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Beginning July 6 in the indoor, air-conditioned Hafen Theatre at Tuacahn, audiences will get a glimpse of the famed recording session that brought four rock ‘n’ roll legends under the same roof. With tunes including “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Sixteen Tons,” “Great Balls of Fire,” “Walk the Line, “Hound Dog” and more, it’s bound to be a memorable night.

“It’s been a huge success anywhere it’s played,” Scott Anderson, artistic director for Tuacahn, says of Million Dollar Quartet’s extensive run.

Adding a fourth show this summer to the schedule is a clear indication of the growth Tuacahn is experiencing. Another indicator is the 17,000-plus season packages sold this year alone.

“Every year is a record year,” Anderson says.

But it’s not just the ticket sales that have grown. Each year the scope of the set design and the level of talent increase until this year it is of, well, biblical proportions.

Bringing to life the Old Testament story of Moses as The Prince of Egypt, audiences will be swept up in the grandeur of this brand new musical based on the DreamWorks animated film with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz of Wicked and Godspell acclaim.

Schwartz has taken an active role in the development of the set design and other aspects of the show. It’s a collaboration that Brad Shelton, Tuacahn set designer, says makes this venue unique.

Unlike previous daunting projects such as The Hunchback of Notre Dame, which required one massive backdrop, The Prince of Egypt takes place in roughly 18 different locations. Shelton’s staff is meeting that demand by creating a lot of smaller pieces that will move on and off stage throughout the play.

That sort of “spectacle” includes the famous Tuacahn water feature, live animals, a new LED wall, pyrotechnics, flying and more.

Smith says none of the technical elements are there to upstage the stories themselves or the gorgeous and iconic natural backdrop at Tuacahn; rather they add another layer to the experience. Plus, it allows each of the three outdoor shows to have its own look.

Matilda the Musical, for example, bursts on stage as a “fun, clever story about a girl who overcomes horrific odds,” Anderson says.

A supremely talented dancing and singing cast, led by southern Utah local, Lydia Ricks, who plays the title role, punctuate the story.

While the backstage staff is there to keep up with the additional challenges of having roughly 20 children in the cast.

Meanwhile, the updated version of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella is a more contemporary look at this classic tale. It’s already proving supremely popular at the box office and everyone is salivating over the beautiful costumes and timeless music.

Even when Tuacahn tells a classic story like this year’s Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella, it comes with a whole new look and feel.

“It’s a much more contemporary take on the characters, but with the traditional songs,” Anderson says.

This brand new version of the classic tale was76onwww.saintgeorgewellness.com Broadway a few years ago, and is still on the national tour. Snagging the rights to a national touring show is a real coup for a regional theater.

The four featured musicals at Tuacahn this summer open on a stagger start schedule beginning with Cinderella on May 25, Matilda on June 1, Million Dollar Quartet on July 6 and Prince of Egypt on July 13. Tickets start at just $29. For more information log onto www.tuacahn.org or call the box office at 435-652-3300.

It’s a challenge to which he is happy to rise.

“I love working with other artists to create something that’s never been done before,” Shelton says. “It’s something you’ll never see anywhere else.”

With 18 locations to represent and a “really big script,” Shelton says the Bible stories are a “massive” undertaking. Now he can’t wait for the audience to see what each of the summer shows have in store.

“This will be a visual spectacular,” says Scott Anderson. “We are going to make sure the story is told in the most honest and emotional way, but then we’re going to back it up with all the special effects and natural setting Tuacahn provides.”

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By Connie Zdunich, Community Outreach – Spilsbury Mortuary

sghw | C U LT U R E Recently I took a road trip with my sweetheart from Southern Utah to Oklahoma. We pushed this adventure into a two-day drive E for L La N E Scelebration.

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I must admit it was the perfect time of year and we were welcomed by a desert blooming with wild flowers and spectacular sunrises.

On the return leg of our trip after a long day on the road, we found a nice place for dinner and were seated in the rear of a restaurant, giving us a good view of the surrounding tables. My husband stepped out to take a business call as we were waiting for our meal to be served. My attention was turned to a young lady who appeared quite destressed, talking to the person seated across the table from her. It was interesting to notice that the young man was totally engrossed in his phone, giving her an occasional glance or looking up to nod or shake his head.

This caused me to look around the room at others seated around us. There was a table of eight with what appeared to be two grandparents, two parents and four children. The ladies were chatting across the table, the men were both texting on their phones and two of the four children were also “plugged in.” As the “Birthday Boy’s” ice cream treat arrived, I realized this was a birthday party.

Dad looked up, smiled and continued texting. At another table there was a couple about our age, sitting across from one another in total silence.

We have no way of knowing the circumstance surrounding any of these people, but it left me with a somewhat empty feeling. Are we losing our listening skills? Have we quit squarely facing another person with an open posture, leaning a bit forward, maintaining eye contact and really listening to what that person has to say? Have we become that distracted by the outside world? Have we become “Fake Listeners?” Listening is the basis and main requirement for all communication.

Do we really hear what others are saying to us? Here are a few simple tips to become a better listener in all facets of our lives:

Be Present - Concentrate on what the person is saying, allowing them to finish their thoughts.

Don’t Interrupt - Interrupting oftentimes lead us to a wrong conclusion about what is being shared.

Maintain Good Eye Contact - Make sure not to drift off thinking about what you are going to say next.

Be Sensitive - If you don’t understand something, ask for clarification, “What I am hearing you say is”.

Be a Good Communicator – Share your thoughts and feelings in a positive, uplifting manner when asked for your opinion.

Listen Intently - Sometimes people just need us to listen, allowing them to process their thoughts and issues.

Respect Personal Space – Always remember to maintain a “safe space”.

Connie enjoys working with local Hospice Groups and Veterans Associations. The military is very close to her heart, with her father being a Pearl Harbor Survivor, and her sweetheart retired Navy.

Helping support local hospice groups is very rewarding for Connie, and she feels being a part of the Spilsbury team is an awesome opportunity. She is the mother of seven daughters and nineteen grandchildren, who are “the joy of her heart”.

She loves being of assistance to those in our community who do so much for each of us.

Remember, we can’t listen when we are talking.

This reflection has made me want to put my best “EAR” forward and become a better listener. Hopefully, allowing me to develop closer relationships with those who cross my path in this great journey we call Life.

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By Hunter Luke All of us have certain defining moments in our lives, moments that we remember clearly. For example: One day when I was nine years old, I was given a 24-hour warning concerning my first day of Karate and, needless to say, I panicked. I remember that first day like it was yesterday; I had no idea what I was doing there. I wasn’t flexible, fast, or strong like the others, and that didn't change for a long time; however, the spark of a real passion was there, and I kept going. That spark would grow into something much bigger than me. I passed my first Belt Test, then another, and another, and I worked harder and faster until I passed the Black Belt test and later earned my first-degree Black belt.

Fast-forward to today after 8 years of blood, sweat, and tears (literally): I am working towards a second degree black belt, have won multiple competitions in and out of state, and find joy in knowing I have much to learn. Over a year ago I was hired as a Karate Instructor and never in my entire life have I had so much room to improve and grow.

Some would say that Martial Arts teaches you how to move—how to fight.

But those who embrace it know the real lesson to be learned: How to think.

The only limitation we have is our minds, and by thinking right, we can push past what we think is possible. The problem is that most youth aren’t willing to go farther than the edge of their comfort zone more than is necessary. We have been trained to think that failure isn’t an option, that it’s anything but a step forward. However, the cool thing is that failure is a learned principle. If this is true, then it also means the principle of failure can be unlearned.

Only those who will risk going too far can possibly find out how far they can go, but with the burdens youth must carry in this world, it can be hard to find the spirit or mental strength such an act takes. This is where your expectations of yourself come into play. What you expect of yourself must be taller than the mountain you’re standing under. Expect yourself to work hard, to be disciplined, effective, and strong.

“When preparing to climb a mountain, pack a light heart,” as Dan May would advise. This means you must give your very best but, most of all, strive to have the most fun possible. Everywhere. For all the youth who struggle with too many burdens, or who don’t have so many but feel as though they aren’t going anywhere fast, try this mindset on for size: There is your comfort zone, where nothing moves, where nothing grows...and past that line is where you can live. Do yourself a favor and decide to plant your roots past the line, where the magic really happens. Adventure is a state of mind, and we can take it wherever we go if we choose to. As F. Scott Fitzgerald once said, “The world only exists in your eyes. You can make it as large or small as you want!”

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Hunter Luke is a part-time Karate instructor, a full-time fun-haver, and will be on the Desert Hills High student council his Senior year. He loves martial arts, photography, music, reading, skiing, boating, canyoneering, bad weather and anything adventurous to be found. His family and friends come first, and he can’t wait to take on whatever life may throw.

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From Businessman to Cattleman to Recovery

By Angel Naivalu, MSW

Carter was a man in his late 30’s, married 15 years with 2 children and working at his family’s real estate business. Yet when he ended up in the hospital for the fourth time in a year for a drug overdose, he faced the reality that his addiction was destroying everything he had.

Through an online search to find the right treatment center, Carter repeatedly came upon, “Life Skills Recovery Ranch,” (LSRR) located in Holden, UT. He had been in and out of multiple treatment centers and 12-step programs over the course of 20 years. However, he knew this time it had to work. So he opted for a totally different “treatment” experience and committed to spending one year on a real-life, working ranch.

Greg Kesler, owner of LSSR, a substance abuse program for adult men ages 18-35, says there’s no real secret to the success of his program. He employs time-tested principles: integrity, ambition, skills, and a relationship with the Savior, Jesus Christ. The daily routine for the residents is that of a typical rancher - up at dawn, breakfast, read (and in this case discuss) from a good book, then it’s time to tackle the chores.

Carter believes the magic of the ranch is that there are real-life tasks required and real-life relationships formed among the residents and Kesler’s family. It’s not a container model. There’s no sitting in a classroom and talking about self-esteem, confidence, hard work, honesty and accomplishment - you live it. Every day there are new and challenging experiences that develop useful life skills as well as marketable job skills, including: farming and agronom, entrepreneurship, business management, carpentry, heavy equipment operating, landscape design, commercial truck driving license, basic electrical, culinary arts, mechanics, photography, plumbing, meal planning and budgeting, bookkeeping and office management, and more.

Carter says that over the course of his time at the ranch, what initially felt like being, “used,” shifted into feeling, “useful.” This built his selfesteem and self-confidence. He admits the daily workload is long and hard. “I’ve mowed lawns from 5:45 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. with a hand mower in 105 degree heat! (But now I know) I can make it through anything!”

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Angel Naivalu received a Bachelor of Social Work degree from BYU-Hawaii followed by a Master of Social Work degree from BYU Provo. While home schooling her 5 Polynesian dancing boys, she has created several programs and businesses, including the Xterra Gunstock Ranch 1/2 Marathon Trail Run in Laie, Hawaii, and Angel’s Travel & Transform Vacations. She loves to create innovative disruptions, expand in conscious service and leadership, and breath life and love into others.

Looking back on his 12 months at the ranch, Carter says, “Time is the #1 plus to this program - time heals. When you’ve been relapsing every 3, 6, or 9 months, you never have time to heal.”

The one-year commitment at LSRR allows the physical body time to heal from the effects of substance abuse. It allows time for the mind to clear and for life to come back into focus.

“If you’re able to get the problem-solving skills, and get through the (one year) program, and have that sense of accomplishment to build your self-esteem, and you’re able to grasp some sort of spirituality while you’re here, then you have a pretty good platform for long-term success.”

Carter graduated from Life Skills Recovery Ranch in May 2018.

For more information on Life Skills Recovery Ranch, call 435-253-1887 or visit www.lifeskillsrecoveryranch.com

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he delivery of medical care has changed greatly since the early days of our country and continues to change today. Gone are the days when most of us lived in small towns and were treated by a doctor who knew his patients and their families well. He did it all, delivered babies, set fractures, treated a multitude of illnesses, provided terminal care, took out tonsils, performed other similar surgeries, and even visited patients in their homes.

Now, most of us live in the city, receiving our medical care from a system that has moved toward specialization. We have the option of seeing doctors with extensive knowledge in a specific area all around us.

Caring Family Physicians from Left to Right: Dr. Douglas Callahan, Dr. Thomas Callahan, Dr. T. Colby Callahan, Amanda Turner, FNP-BC possible patient experience. In addition, they will help you coordinate any speciality care that you may require. Imagine, no more duplicate tests and bills.

Studies have shown that individuals who have a good relationship with a family care physician have better health outcomes and lower costs of care versus those who don’t. So, give your “Family Doc” a call today and get reacquainted, after all they have been around since the beginning.

The one thing that has remained constant throughout the years is the value of and our relationships we have with our “Family Doc”. Family medicine continues to provide a valuable service just has it has done for over 100 years. In fact, nearly one in four of all office visits today are made with family physicians.

Many of today’s Family Practice Physicians are also Primary Care Physicians, providing both the first contact as well as continuing care of varied medical conditions not limited by cause, organ system, or diagnosis. Family medicine is the only primary care specialty to offer care for the whole family, irrespective of age or gender.

In addition to their medical degree, physicians who specialize in family medicine receive three to four years of additional training in internal medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics-gynecology, psychiatry, surgery, emergency medicine, and geriatrics. Your family doctor has the experience and knowledge to take care of all types of medically related conditions. In addition to diagnosing and treating illness, they also provide routine checkups, health-risk assessments, immunizations, screening tests, personalized counseling on maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and preventive care.

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By Dr. Clayton Barton, DVM

Summer is the season for vacations.

Most likely you have travel plans, the question is, will your pet go with you?

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Air travel: Contact the airline early to reserve a space for your pet, know the weight of your pet as this will likely determine whether they can fly in cabin or cargo. Make an appointment with your pet’s veterinarian for a checkup, make sure your pets vacations are up to date and you will need to obtain a health certificate from your veterinarian dated within 10 days of your departure date. The health certificate is like your passport. If you suspect your pet may become anxious or uncomfortable on their flight check with your veterinarian for ways to relax your pet during their flight.

Road Trip: Traveling with a pet by car involves more than just loading the animal in the back seat and heading off, especially if you are traveling long distances or plan to be gone for a long period of time.

Prep your pet for the long trip. You may consider taking him on a few short drives first, then gradually lengthening the duration of the trips. If you are traveling across state lines make sure you have your pet’s vaccination record up to date and with you. While this generally isn’t a problem, some states require this proof.

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Keep your pets safe and secure in a well-ventilated crate or carrier. Your pet’s carrier should be large enough for them to stand, sit, lie down and turn around in. Secure the crate so it will not slide or shift in the event of an abrupt stop. If you choose to not use a crate, make sure he is in a harness and it is attached to the seat belt, and you should never let your dog ride with his head out of the window.

Staying home If you choose to leave your pet and have chosen to board them remember most boarding facilities require all your pets vaccines to be up to date, please plan ahead in order to get your pets appointment with their veterinarian, most veterinarians suggest vaccines to be given at least 10 days prior to being boarded.

Bringfido.com recommends the following items for your packing list. Health certificate and medical records, contact information for your regular veterinarian and an emergency contact at your destination, Comb, brush, and flea control products, any special medication your dog might need, spare collar with ID tag, pet wipes or grooming products, paper towels and stain remover, enough dog food and treats for the entire trip, plenty of bottled water, food and water dishes, leash and poop bags, your dogs favorite toy and blanket, a list of friendly restaurants and attractions at your destination. (bringfido.com, n.d.)

About the Author

Dr. Clayton Barton grew up in a rural town in Southern Utah. Growing up in Orderville, Utah gave Dr. Barton the opportunity to have and be around many animals. He decided he wanted to become a veterinarian acquiring a love for animals at a young age. After high school Dr. Barton attended Southern Utah University majoring in Zoology with a minor in Chemistry. In 1998 he was accepted into the Veterinary Training Program at Mississippi State University, College of Veterinary Medicine and graduated in 2002. Dr. Barton has worked in both small and renowned animal clinics in Utah and Nevada.

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By Jack W. Rolfe

“Let us always meet each other with smile, for the smile is the beginning of love.” ~ Mother Teresa

I felt impressed to bring to my readers this issue a message directly from our School of Life Workbook. I invite you to read the material and then strongly consider completing the homework assignments. I promise that your life will be impacted.

Love can change the world! In my opinion, Always, the final “A” in Achieving Straight A’s in the School of Life is the most important, and probably the most difficult to describe. Without Always, the A’s would not be complete. Always pulls together all of the other A’s. Always remembering Love is so much a part of my being that I feel strongly it should be included as the last and most important “A.” I hope that you will listen with an open heart, mind and soul to my explanation of this principle.

One could argue that everything we have and do has been given to us through love and that love is the foundation of everything in our lives. It is possible that all good things derive from the source of Love. Appreciate those things.

“The most important thing in the world is family and love.” ~ John Wooden

Love is a power that generates all healing, forgiving, empowering, and transforming.

“Love ought to be at the center of all and everything we do.

Love is the healing balm that repairs rifts in personal and family relationships. It is the bond that unites families, communities, and nations. Love is the power that initiates friendship, tolerance, civility, and respect. It is the source that overcomes divisiveness and hate. Love is the fire that warms our lives with unparalleled joy and divine hope. When we truly understand Love then confusion clears and priorities align. Love should be our walk and our talk.” ~ Dieter F. Uchtdorf Where does Love come from? It all starts from inside of you. It does not matter what has happened or not happened in your life. It does not matter what challenges you are going through. At times, you may feel that Love does not or has not existed in your life. I propose that Love has never left you. If you will find and exude Love from within then Love can come back to you. Any healing, forgiving, empowering and transforming you need can be yours.

All that is required is that you believe, receive and act. My life is better because I believe in Love.

Homework • Take time each day to reflect on what matters most to you in your life. Write down three things that matter most to you.

About the Author Mr. Rolfe is the Founder and CEO of the School of Life Foundation.

This 501(c)3 nonprof it organization has a mission to increase high school graduation rates.

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• Take time to reflect on the love you have received in your life and where or who it is coming from. Write down three sources of love in your life.

• Take time to reflect on the love you are giving in your life. Write down three ways you can show more love.

• Share this message with someone you deeply love.

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By Thurmon Thomas, LAMFT

Pur pose in Life

Trick question: What is the first thing you do when you are ready to put together a puzzle? Most say you start by arranging the pieces or putting the corners and edges together. While these seem like the obvious answers, there is actually a very critical step that comes before these. The first step in putting together a puzzle is looking at the picture on the box. Most people don’t acknowledge this step because it is so intuitive, but can you imagine how difficult it would be to put a large puzzle together without the picture?

During my clinical work in residential treatment for youth I would use this principle to teach my clients the importance of having a plan, or vision for the future. In a group setting I would split the group in two teams and give each team an identical puzzle. One team would get the lid/picture for reference and the other team would not. I would then start a timer to see which team could assemble their puzzle the quickest. You can imagine how it played out. The team with the picture would get organized immediately and would then assign roles to the team members.

The picture gave them clear direction as to what their task entailed. The team without the lid typically broke into chaos. There was little organization and clear frustration on the faces of the team members. Obviously, the team with the picture always won the contest.

Life is similar to this exercise – without a clear vision or picture of what you want your life to look like it can feel quite chaotic and frustrating. The vision, or picture I am referring to is life purpose. Life purpose is accomplishing the things you value most in life. The trouble is many of us aren’t really sure what we value most, at least not in great detail.

So often, I hear from my clients that they really don’t know what their place in life is – they feel lost and without any clear direction for the future. This is especially true for my adolescent AND empty nester clients. During these stages of life, the picture for the future can be difficult to define. The results of not having a clear life purpose or vision are low motivation, anxiety, and impulsivity.

Many adults struggle with this concept because they are living a life purpose that is controlled or defined by outside influences. It is common for me to hear people say that their children are their life purpose, or their career is their life purpose. The trouble with these statements is that children grow up and leave, and careers eventually

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Thurmon Thomas is a Marriage and Family Therapist with Wand E LCedar LN The St. George City Centers for Couples and Families. Thurmon has been in the St. George area since 1983 and currently lives in Washington Fields with his sweetheart of seveteen years and their six beautiful children. Thurmon specializes in work with couples, families, and adolescents.

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come to an end. Then what? It may be more helpful to change these statements slightly to: being a good parent is my life purpose, or the things I do in my career are my life purpose. Then, regardless of what your children do, or whether or not you are employed, you can still fulfil those purposes. Life purpose should be unique to you as an individual – no outside influence should have control over your personally defined life purpose.

How do I define and live a life of purpose? First, you need to determine what you value most in life. I encourage people to think about how they want to be remembered by others after they are gone.

This exercise can help you understand what is truly most important to you. There are other resources such as values worksheets, and personality testing which can also help further define what is most important to you. Second, evaluate the things you are currently doing in life. Do your behaviors line up with your life purpose? Third, set some goals to DO things that will help you accomplish the things you value most in life. For example, if helping others is important to you, then you may consider volunteering for community service. If being creative is important to you then you may consider artwork, music, or starting a new company. If being a good parent is important to you then you may consider skipping that extra work meeting and spending more time with your children.

As you live a life of purpose you will find your motivation and sense of fulfillment increase dramatically. You will be able to lay down at night and feel that you have accomplished what you are on this earth to do. If you need some help defining and living your life purpose, reach out to our office and we can guide you through the process. Greater happiness and fulfillment await!

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By Alberto Souza

Studies show about 1 out of every 6 adults will have depression at some time in their life. This means that you probably know someone who is depressed or may become depressed at some point. We often think of a depressed person as someone who is sad or melancholy. However, there are other signs of depression that can be a little more difficult to detect.

Trouble Sleeping If you notice a change in a loved one’s sleeping habits pay close attention as this could be a sign of depression. Oftentimes depression leads to trouble sleeping and lack of sleep can also lead to depression.

Quick to Anger When a person is depressed even everyday challenges can seem more difficult or even impossible to manage which often leads to increased anger and irritability. This can be especially true for adolescents and children.

Losing Interest When someone is suffering from depression you may notice a lack of interest in past times he or she typically enjoys. “People suffering from clinical depression lose interest in favorite hobbies, friends, work — even food. It’s as if the brain’s pleasure circuits shut down or short out.”

Appetite Changes Gary Kennedy, MD, director of geriatric psychiatry at Montefiore Medical Center in Bronx, New York cautions that a loss of appetite can be a sign of depression or even a sign of relapse back into depression. Dr. Kennedy also points out that others have trouble with overeating when they are depressed.

Low Self-Esteem Depression often leaves people feeling down about themselves.

Depression can lead to feelings of self-doubt and a negative attitude.

What to do If you suspect you or someone you love may be suffering from depression talk about it, encourage him or her to get professional help and once he or she does be supportive. Remember that at times symptoms of depression need to be treated just like any other medical condition.

Sources – Healthtalk.org, helpguide.org, Psychology Today.

About the Author Alberto has worked in healthcare for over 10 years. He began as a CNA and then worked as a registered nurse until completing his Master’s Degree in Nursing.

Alberto has been been working as a Nurse Practitioner since April of 2013. In addition to his work as a Nurse Practitioner, he also teaches online classes for the Dixie State University Nursing Program. His genuine love for people and desire to continue to learn and improve has allowed him to experience a great deal of success as a provider, to establish a good rapport with patients and to develop lasting relationships with medical professionals in the Southern Utah area. Alberto is also fluent in 3 languages (English, Portuguese and Spanish) which allows him to better serve a more diverse population. He is currently pursuing further certification in Psychiatry and Mental Health in order to provide his patient’s with the most up-to-date services and treatments in the field. Originally from Sao Paulo Brazil, Alberto Souza moved to the U.S. as a teenager where he has had the opportunity to pursue his American Dream. Alberto lives in Southern Utah with his wife and 4 children and is a devoted family man. In his free time, Alberto enjoys time with his family, traveling, biking, swimming and is an avid soccer fan. Alberto shares his love for soccer through coaching local youth teams.

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Amino Acid Therapy?

By Southwest Healing & Wellness Center

Southwest Healing & Wellness uses unique approaches to help people dealing with various conditions related to pain, opioid addiction, opioid tapering, anxiety, depression, fatigue, weight and overall wellness. They offer various services to treat the whole person to help with general wellness including yoga, qi gong, counseling, coaching, nutrition counseling, oxygen therapy, neurofeedback, biofeedback and amino acid therapy.

Amino acid therapy is based on the idea that neurotransmitters in our brain like serotonin, dopamine, norepinephrine, and others are synthesized from amino acids. Amino acids are organic compounds that combine to form proteins. So, most of us will get the amino acids we need from a healthy protein diet. However, when we get sick, experience intense stress, or suffer from a physical injury or trauma, our neurotransmitters can get pounded and become depleted. Unfortunately, a healthy diet often is not always enough to get the amount of amino acids we need to create more of the neurotransmitter that have been depleted.

Amino acid therapy helps us identify which neurotransmitters are low and what can be done to increase them quickly.

Because neurotransmitters impact so many wellness areas in our body, it is important that are neurotransmitters are at levels where they need to be. For example, serotonin is linked to mood, focus, and energy. Low levels of serotonin can lead to depression. GABA, another neurotransmitter, can impact how we deal with stress. Other neurotransmitters and amino acids can influence neuropeptides like endorphins which impact our ability to deal with pain and even addiction. We can often tell which neurotransmitters are off based on someone’s symptoms related to mood, energy, focus, etc.

We can also tell which neurotransmitters could be low based partially on someone’s food cravings. For example, craving a lot of sweets could be linked to a need for glutamine (amino acid that helps regulate sugars) or 5-HTP (amino acid that helps with mood and energy).

Those that crave ice cream or dairy products with carbs could indicate that their endorphins are low. When Southwest Healing & Wellness engages in an amino acid therapy assessment, we examine all symptoms including food cravings to figure out which amino acid therapy would be right for you.

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them. Just like taking a multi-vitamin or calcium pill, amino acids come in supplement form taken as a pill in the morning, afternoon and/or night. They also work within 20 minutes helping us determine whether they are working or not pretty quickly. They can be helpful for children and teens as alternative medications are often times too harsh when only minor to moderate symptoms exist. There is no need for a prescription and most can be found at a local pharmacy like Fusion pharmacy. Southwest has worked with Fusion to help source good amino acid supplements.

Southwest has been providing amino acid therapy for the past 3 months and has had some great results. One woman, a type I diabetic, said, “I don’t know why I haven’t known about this for the past 20 years. My sugars are more regulated and I can exercise for the first time in a long time without sugars spiking or dropping.” Another woman has mentioned, “Glutamine has been a life-saver; I have more energy and am in a much better mood throughout the day.”

Some people have to take amino acids for 90 days or more to get back on track while others experience immediate relief. A gentleman in his 60’s reported, “I had been feeling symptoms of occasional depression along with greater than average anxiety along with poor sleep. Also constant “grazing” on junk foods. I also had some very unwanted cravings and appetites for things that were harmful. I started on a regimen of 5 amino acids that after only about a week pretty well corrected these symptoms. I took 5HTP for the depression and down feelings I was having. Melatonin for better sleep. Glutamine to help with the constant grazing. I also took a combination of GABA and D-phenylalanme to help with the unwanted cravings and appetites. After a week I wasn’t really having to cope with any of these maladies. I stopped taking the amino acids and in the mean time improved my diet such that I seem to be pretty stable (more like my true self ) now.”

If you are experiencing symptoms related to depression, anxiety, focus, energy, sleep, unwanted food cravings, addictive cravings, edginess, or apathy, you may want to give amino acid therapy. For more information, contact Southwest Healing & Wellness at 435-986-7100 or visit www.southwesthwc.com

*It is important to always work in collaboration with your physician and seek out medical counsel as you engage in new therapies.

Our Team: Jon Obray, MD (Medical Director) Bryt Christensen, MD (Rehabilitation Director) Alberto Souza (Nurse Practitioner) Laurie McBride, LCSW (Clinical Director) Medical Services:

Nerve Blocks Radiofrequency Ablation Injections Pain Pumps Plasma Injections Regenerative Medicine Stem Cell Therapy Medication Management Medication Tapering

Wellness Services:

Kevin O’Keefe (Psychologist) Matt Eschler (Behavioral Specialist) Jared DuPree (Clinical Operations) Thurmon Thomas (Admissions)

Wellness Assessments Physical Therapy Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (see p. 43) Massage Acupuncture Meditation Yoga/Pilates Personal Training Nutrition Planning Amino Acid Therapy

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Biofeedback Neurofeedback Group Classes Counseling Behavioral Evaluations Psychological Testing Substance Abuse Counseling Intensive Outpatient Program Day Treatment Program Opioid Usage Evaluations Equine Therapy

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July 2018 July 5 - 7 Gunlock Rodeo 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM Location: Gunlock Arena - 45 N. Main St. Gunlock, UT The Gunlock Rodeo has been held annually since 1945. This year's show will feature contestants of all ages from throughout the western states. Besides calf roping, breakaway, barrel racing, and team roping, there will be Gunlocks unique Donkey-Watermelon Race.

Fees/Admission: $5, Children under 6 are free.

Every Friday during July & August Sunset on the Square Every Friday Evening during the summer (Times Vary) Location: St. George Town Square, 50 South Main, St. George, UT 7/13 - “Despicable Me 3” PG 90 min. Est. start time for movie: 8:57 p.m.

7/27 - “Coco” PG 109 min. Est. start time for movie: 8:49 p.m.

8/10 - “Wonder” PG 113 min. Est. start time for movie: 8:29 p.m.

8/24 - “Beauty and the Beast -Sing Along” PG 129 min. Est. start time for movie: 8:11 p.m.

Come enjoy the outdoors with friends and family and watch a free movie every Friday evening during the summer!

Saturday Evenings thru October Kanab Outdoor Market 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM Location: Kanab Comfort Suites, 150 West Center Street, Kanab UT The Kanab Outdoor Market takes place every Saturday evening April 28 - October 27, 2018. Stop by from 4-9 for local crafts, produce, live entertainment and much more! You can find them on the lawn of the Comfort Suites, 150 West Center Street in Kanab. We hope to see you there!

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Friday Mornings During July & August SUP Yoga at Quail Lake 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Location: Quail Creek State Park, 472 N. 5300 West, Hurricane, UT Join Michelle Ennis and DIG Paddlesports UP Yoga Friday mornings.

Experience the Bliss of Yoga on the water while laughing, getting wet and having a great time. Whether you are an experienced yogi, or if you just want to try something new, challenging and fun, this class is for everyone! Feel at ease while you are guided to move, balance.

Taught by a certified Stand Up Paddle Yoga instructor in a safe and supportive environment. Classes are 90 minutes and include SUP instruction, warm up, flow, playtime and savasana on the water.

Cost: $15/class, $10/board rentals www.digpaddlesports.com Every Saturday during the summer Downtown Farmers Market at Ancestor Square 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Location: Ancestor Square, 2 W St. George Blvc, St. George Utah Local growers, local artisans and local food producers selling each week. Honey, breads, eggs, seasonal produce. Handmade items such as jewelry, soaps, lotions, pottery, baked goods, organic meats, cheese, raw milk.

Join us each week from 9am to 12 Noon.

Admission: Free

July 27 - 28 Duck Creek Days 2018 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Location: Duck Creek Village, Hwy 14, Kanab Utah Duck Creek Days Arts & Crafts Show and Chili Cook-Off. Vendor Booths Open From 10:00am to 8:00pm each day. Live Entertainment from 2:00pm to 8:00pm each day. Chili Cook-Off on Saturday at Noon. www.duckcreekvillage.com

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August 2018 August 6 Tour of Utah Showcasing some of the world’s most prestigious teams and cyclists for seven days in August, this event now attracts worldwide attention as the top international cycling event that follows the Tour de France.

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August 4 Parowan City Half Marathon - Yankee Meadow Run Location: Parowan, UT 13.1M, 5K run | kids run The race starts on the south side of the beautiful Yankee Meadow Reservoir in the Yankee Meadow Reservoir Recreation Area. The race will always be held on the first Saturday in August. The reservoir parking lot is the staging area and once underway, the race continues down “First Left Hand” road for approximately 7.5 miles to Scenic Byway 143 (the road to Brian Head). The race continues north for the next 3 miles along 143 in to Parowan. Once in Parowan, the race winds around a few local roads before ending up at the Iron County Fair Building. The distance and time of this Half Marathon is a perfect high altitude trainer for those preparing for full marathons held a few months later including the Top of Utah and St. George Marathons. This is a very fast downhill course dropping approximately 2300 feet in altitude. www.parowanhalf.com

August 22 - 25 Maynard Dixon Country 2018 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Location: Maynard Dixon Living History Museum, 2200 State St, Mount Carmel, UT The Maynard Dixon Country Event is a gathering of artists, collectors, community, and friends who love art. The guiding principles of the event are two fold: we want to help artists in America and we want to ensure the viability of historic preservation. We are deeply connected to the art of Maynard Dixon and his contributions to American art. But rather than focusing solely on the beloved paintings of Maynard Dixon, we focus on the "art spirit" and intention of Maynard Dixon, the artist, poet, and whole person. In choosing to remember Dixon this way, we believe his legacy becomes even more meaningful when it is illuminated by the artists who are living and making art in 2018.

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August 23 - 26 Western Legends Roundup 2018 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM Location: Downtown Kanab, Main Street and Center Street, Kanab, UT Kanab holds a unique place in Utah’s history because Hollywood fell in love with the dramatic landscape and people of the region. Over the years many films were produced in the area. It was through these films that the entire world was introduced to the American West. To honor that heritage during the Round-up, there will be a film festival showing western movies filmed in Kanab. There are also bus tours to classic western movie sets and film lectures. The Street Fair provides an excellent opportunity for you to learn about the arts and culture of the region. There will be items for purchase so you can take a little of the West home with you. There will be stages providing continuous cultural music, dancing, entertainment and cowboy poetry. Other exciting activities include Dr. Buck’s Wild West Comedy & Stunt Show, a pie eating contest, covered wagon rides, classic tractor pull, antique farm equipment working displays, celebrity panels and much more! Many of our ticketed events sell out fast. So be sure to visit www.westernlegendsroundup.com to view a full list of activities and purchase your tickets as soon as possible! www.westernlegendsroundup.com

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QUICK RESOURCE GUIDE CHILDHOOD INTERVENTION Head Start St. George Center (435) 628-5641 494 East 900 South | St. George, UT 84790 Suu.edu/headstart The Head Start program services low-income, prekindergarten children and their families by helping them learn social, emotional, cognitive and physical development skills. Head Start families are often offered assistance in literacy training, parenting skills, nutrition and social services.

The Learning Center for Families (435) 673-5353 2044 South Mesa Palms Drive | St. George, UT 84790 TLC4families.org The Learning Center for Families provides free child development screenings, infant and toddler mental health services and therapy programs for infants and toddlers with special needs.

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Family Support Center (435) 674-5133 310 West 200 North | St. George, UT 84770 Thefamilysupportcenter.com The Family Support Center provides crisis care for children ages birth-11. Availability is 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for parents feeling stressed and out-of-control due to personal or family situations.

Switchpoint Community Resource Center (435) 627-4663 948 North 1300 West | St. George, UT 84770 Switchpointcrc.org Switchpoint provides homeless individuals in southern Utah with food, shelter and a stepping stone to independence.

LDS Family Services (435) 673-6446 2480 Red Cliffs Drive | St. George, UT 84790 Providentliving.org LDS Family Services helps local church leadership care for the individuals in their community that suffer from social and emotional challenges. All resources and care provided are in harmony with the LDS gospel principles.

Alcoholics Anonymous (Dixie Central Office) (435) 674-4791 165 North 100 East | St. George, UT 84770 Dixieaaoffice.org The Dixie Central Office of Alcoholics Anonymous provides a central office where people can meet or call for information on meetings, or to communicate with other locals battling alcoholic addiction.

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LDS Addiction Recovery Program St. George, UT Addictionrecovery.lds.org The LDS Addiction Recovery Program features 12-steps that promote healing and recovery while also incorporating LDS gospel principles. The program has regular meetings in St. George to cover pornography and general addictions for men and women.

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Vocational Rehabilitation for the Blind and Visually Impaired (435) 986-0055 965 E 700 S, Ste. 202 | St. George, UT 84790 www.usor.utah.gov The VRBVI helps meet the needs of individuals suffering from visual impairments or blindness by providing vocational rehabilitation, as well as training and adjustment services.

Division of Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (435) 673-8974 1067 East Tabernacle, Suite 10 | St. George, UT 84770 Deafservices.utah.gov The St. George Division of Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing provides interpreters, classes, camps, social activities and rehabilitation for those dealing with hearing loss.

Red Rock Center for Independence (435) 673-7501 168 North 100 East, Suite 101 | St. George, UT 84770 Rrci.org The mission of the Red Rock Center for Independence is to empower individuals with disabilities to live independently.

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE DOVE Center (435) 628-0458 | St. George, UT | Dovecenter.org The DOVE Center in St George provides emergency support and case-by-case counseling support and group counseling for female and child victims of domestic violence, rape and emotional, verbal, and sexual abuse.

Erin Kimball Foundation (435) 627-9232 455 West Vincent Lane | Washington, UT 84780 Erinkimball.org The Erin Kimball Foundation serves homeless victims of domestic violence or sexual abuse. The foundation strives to empower survivors in the healing process by assisting with employment opportunities and/or educational endeavors.

Dixie State University Health and Wellness Center (435) 652-7756 34 North 600 East | St. George, UT 84770 Dixie.edu/wellness The mission of the Dixie State University’s Health and Wellness Center is to promote a healthy lifestyle amongst all student and faculty members through education and self-improvement. The center provides mental health services as well as medical services.

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FAMILY SERVICES Division of Child and Family Services (435) 652-2960 178 North 200 East | St. George, UT 84770 Dcfs.utah.gov The Division of Child and Family Services works to protect children and adults from abuse, neglect and dependency while providing preventative education for families to protect their children.

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Narcotics Anonymous (435) 467-4403 | Washington, UT 84780 Nasouthernutah.org Narcotics Anonymous is a nonprofit fellowship that provides support for recovering addicts. All members follow a simple program to abstain from drugs and provide support to one another.

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Doctor’s Volunteer Clinic of St. George (435) 656-0022 1036 East Riverside Drive | St. George, UT 84790 Doctorsvolunteerclinic.org The Doctor’s Volunteer Clinic of St. George provides quality health care and a mental health clinic M-F during normal business hours.

National Alliance on Mental Issues (NAMI) www.namiut-sw.org NAMI provides free classes to families and their loved ones coping with mental issues. Family to Family is a 12 week program for families who want to learn how to help their ill loved one. Peer to Peer is for the person who wants to learn how to better understand their mental issues. Both classes are held at the Washington County Library 88W100S. Every Thursday, from 5:45 p.m.-7:45 p.m. Classes begin September 7, 2017.

SENIOR SERVICES Five County Area Agency on Aging (435) 673-3548 1060 West 1700 South Bldg B | St. George, UT 84770 Agingcare.com The Area Agency on Aging provides seniors with a list of available services, respite care, counseling and mobility services.

Senior Citizen’s Center (435) 634-5743 245 North 200 West | St. George, UT 84770 Stg.coa.washco.utah.gov The Senior Citizen’s Center offers seniors in St. George the opportunity to find new friends, take classes and enrich their lives.

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Southwest Behavioral Health Center (435) 634-5600 474 West 200 North | St. George, UT 84770 Sbhc.us The Southwest Behavioral Health Center assists families and communities in the prevention and recovery from severe and persistent mental health illness and addiction.

Utah Behavioral Services (801) 255-5131 359 East Riverside Drive, Suite B | St. George, UT 84790 Utahbehavioralservices.com Utah Behavioral Services provides high-quality behavioral and mental health services to residents in southern Utah.

The focus is on the family unit as a whole, working together to cultivate enduring change.

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Intermountain Specialized Abuse Treatment Center (435) 628-8075 N. Mall Drive, Suite VW-104 | St. George, UT 84790 Isatcenter.org ISAT focuses on the prevention and treatment of domestic violence, child abuse, substance abuse and other issues through comprehensive programs. Their goal is to aid families in the healing process and prevent further victimization.

RECOVERY AND INTERVENTION

PROGRAMS FOR THE UNDERSERVED AND HOMELESS Habitat for Humanity of Southwest Utah (435) 674-7669 ext. 3 835 South Bluff Street | St. George, UT 84770 Habitatswu.org Habitat for Humanity of Southwest Utah works to provide low-income families with safe, affordable housing. They focus on volunteers, sustainable programs and conservation efforts to supply decent housing to those in need.

St. George Housing Authority (435) 628-3648 975 North 1725 West #101 | St. George, UT 84770 Stgeorgehousingauthority.org St. George Housing Authority’s mission is to provide assistance to low-income families by providing safe, affordable housing opportunities. The Housing Authority focuses on helping families achieve self-sufficiency and improve their quality of life.

YOUTH CRISIS The Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (435) 414-4362 474 West 200 North | St. George, UT 84770 The Mobile Crisis Outreach Team’s mission is to provide support to families who are experiencing crisis in the home due to their children’s behavioral issues and/or a mental health diagnosis.

Washington County Youth Crisis Center (435) 656-6100 251 East 200 North | St. George, UT 84770 Washington County Youth Crisis Center provides individual behavioral and educational health assistance to youth in a state of crisis.

FEATURED DIRECTORY LISTINGS ATHLETIC SUPPLIES

Bicycles Unlimited 90 S 100 E (435) 673-4492 www.bicyclesunlimited.com Rapid Cycling 705 N. Bluff Street (435) 703-9880 www.rapidcyclingbikes.com

AUTOMOTIVE

Stephen Wade Automotive 1630 Hilton Dr St George, UT 84770 (435) 628-6100 www.stephenwade.com

CITY & LOCAL

City of St. George 175 East 200 North (435) 627-4000 www.sgcity.org St. George Area Chamber of Commerce 136 N. 100 E. (435) 628-1658 www.stgeorgechamber.com

CORPORATE NETWORKING Corporate Alliance 1487 South Silicon Way www.knoweveryone.com (435) 256-6225

DENTISTS

Boren Dental Implant & Family Dentistry/ Sleep Dentistry 444 E Tabernacle St #2 www.drdaneboren.com (435) 674-9476 Riverside Dental 368 East Riverside Dr. (435) 673-3363 www.stgeorgesmiles.com Johnson Pediatric Dentistry 772 N Dixie Drive, Ste. 101 (435) 628-0511 www.drcodykidsdental.com

EDUCATION

Dixie Technical College 610 S. Tech Ridge Drive (435) 674-8400 www.dixietech.com Dixie State University 225 S 700 E, St George, UT 84770 (435) 652-7500 Rocky Vista University 255 E Center St, Ivins, UT 84738 (435) 222-1236 www.rvu.edu Saint George Academy 380 E 3090 S Washington, UT 84780 (435) 319-0105 www.stgacademy.org

ENERGY HEALING

BrightWorks by Brigit www.BrightWorksByBrigit.com (435) 668-0233

ENTERTAINMENT

Tuacahn Center for the Arts 1100 Tuacahn Dr, Ivins, UT 84738 (435) 652-3200 www.tuacahn.org

FAMILY THERAPY St. George Center for Couples & Families Blackridge Terrace One 1173 S. 250 W. Ste. 208 www.stgeorgefamilies.com (435) 688-1111

FITNESS BeHot Yoga 558 E. Riverside Dr. #210 (435)225-6529 www.stgeorgeyoga.com

FITNESS (CONTINUED)

Movara Fitness Resort 290 S Fitness Way, Ivins, UT 84738 (888) 870-2639 www.movara.com Summit Athletic Club 1532 East 1450 South, (435) 628-5000 446 S Mall Dr B-1, (435) 251-8800 1973 W Sunset Blvd. (435) 628-2151 www.summitathleticclub.com

FURNITURE

Designer Furniture Gallery 170 N 400 E (435)673-2323 www.designerfurniture.com Wilding Wallbeds 1509 S 270 E #3, St George, UT 84790 (866) 877-7803 wallbedsbywilding.com

HEALTH Advanced Hearing & Balance 1490 E. Foremaster Drive #360 St. George, UT 84790 (435) 319-4700 www.HearingAidDoctor.com

Alive & Well Mobile Medicine (435) 669-9696 Myaliveandwell.com Desert Pain and Spine 617 E Riverside Drive #300 (435) 216-7000 48 S 2500 W #110, Hurricane (435) 216-7000 www.desertpainspecialists.com Dixie Chiropractic 10 North 400 East www.dixiechiro.com (435) 673-1443

East West Health 558 E Riverside Dr #208 www.acueastwest.com (435) 773-7790

Intermountain Healthcare 1380 E Medical Center Dr. (435) 251-1000 intermountainhealthcare.org

LiVe Well Center at Dixie Regional Health & Performance Center 652 S. Medical Center Drive (435) 251-3793 Novatio Orthopedics 736 S 900 E Suite 202 (435) 688-1152 www.novatioortho.com

Revere Health Coral Desert Orthopaedics 1490 Foremaster Dr. #15 (435)628-9393 www.coraldesertortho.com Riverside Medical Arts 1068 E Riverside Dr. (435) 628-6466 www.riversidemedicalarts.com St. George Eye Center 617 E Riverside Drive #101 (435) 628-4507 www.stgec.com St. George Urology 1490 East Foremaster Drive Suite 300 (435) 688-2104 www.stgurology.com Snow Slade, Cataract & Glaucoma Surgeon 617 E Riverside Drive #101 (435) 628-4507 www.stgec.com Southwest Spine & Pain Center at Dixie Regional Medical Center 652 S. Medical Center Drive #110 www.southwestspineandpain.com (435) 656-2424 Southwest Vision 965 E 700 S #100 www.southwestvision.org (435) 673-5577 Valley Obstetrics & Gynecology 515 South 300 East Suite 206 www.valleyobgynutah.com (435) 628-1662

HEALTH (CONTINUED) Vibrant You Hyperbaric Oxygen and Light Center 352 E. Riverside Drive A6 (435) 218-7260 www.vibrantyousg.com Watts Wellness 348 N Bluff St #202 (435)656-4461 www.wattswellness.net WholeFIT Wellness for Life www.wholefitwellness.com

HEARING/AUDIOLOGY Intermountain Audiology 161 W 200 N #110 St. George, UT 84770 (435) 688-2456 Sound of Life Foundation 20 N. Main Street Suite 309 St. George, UT 84770 (435) 215-4898

PHARMACY (CONTINUED) Stapley Pharmacy 102 E City Center St. (435) 673-3575 446 S. Mall Drive #B8 (435) 673-3575 167 E Main, Enterprise (435) 878-2300 www.stapleypharmacy.com

PHYSICAL THERAPY Fit Physical Therapy 1490 E Foremaster Dr #110 (435)652-4455 1532 East 1450 South (435) 359-9200 617 E Riverside Drive #303 (435) 673-4303 www.fit-pt.com

RADIO Cherry Creek Radio www.cherrycreekradio.com

HOME IMPROVEMENT

Jones Paint & Glass 122 S 1200 E, St. George, UT 84790 (435)673-9644 www.jonespg.com

INSURANCE

Riverside Business Insurance 157 E Riverside Dr # 2A (435) 628-8738

LEGAL

Jones Waldo Law Firm 301 N 200 E # 3A (435) 628-1627 www.joneswaldo.com

MORTGAGE

Cherry Creek Mortgage 720 S River Rd, (435) 674-9200 www.cherrycreekmortgage.com

MORTUARY Spilsbury Mortuary 110 S. Bluff St. St. George, UT 84770 (435) 673-2454 25 N. 2000 W. Hurricane, UT 84737 (435) 635-2212 www.spilsburymortuary.com

MUSEUMS & ART

Kayenta Arts Foundation 881 Coyote Gulch Court (435) 674-2787 www.kayentaartsfoundation.org

NEWS St. George News www.STGNews.com

NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS

American Red Cross Blood Donation Center 476 E Riverside Dr (800) 733-2767 www.redcross.org/local/utah School of Life Foundation River Road Plaza 107 South 1470 East, Ste 101 www.schooloflifefoundation.org (435) 632-2947 The Learning Center for Families 2044 Mesa Palms Drive (435) 673-5353 www.tlc4families.org

ORAL HEALTH SERVICES Oral & Facial Surgery Institute 393 E Riverside Dr #2B www.utahoms.com (435) 628-1100

PHARMACY Fusion Pharmacy 1100 N Canyon View Drive Santa Clara, UT 84765 (435) 703-9680 617 E Riverside Drive #104 (435) 703-9680 www.fusionspecialtypharmacy.com Hurricane Family Pharmacy 25 North 2000 West Hurricane, UT 84737 (435) 635-8200 www.utahfamilypharmacy.com

REAL ESTATE Jessica Elgin, ERA (918) 924-0055 Brandon Staples, ERA (480) 244-9002 Kayenta Community 800 N Kayenta Parkway Ivins, Utah 84738 (435) 628-7234

RESTAURANTS Cappeletti’s 36 E Tabernacle, St. George, UT (435) 986-4119 cappelettisrestaurantstgeorge.com The Painted Pony Restaurant 2 W St George Blvd www.painted-pony.com (435) 634-1700 The Pasta Factory 2 W St. George Blvd (435) 674-3753 The Pizza Factory 2 W St. George Blvd #8 (435) 628-1234 2376 E Red Cliffs Dr. (435) 688-2656 1930 W Sunset Blvd (435) 634-1234 www.stgeorgepizzafactory.com

SENIOR GAMES

Huntsman World Senior Games 1070 W 1600 S # A103 (435) 674-0550 www.seniorgames.net

SPAS Casa Blanca 950 W. Mesquite Blvd, Mesquite, NV (866) 401-6021 casablancaresort.com

TREATMENT CENTERS Southwest Healing & Wellness (435) 986-7100 www.southwesthwc.com

VETERINARIANS Washington Family Vet Clinic 969 N. 3050 E., (435) 627-1300 washingtonfamilyvet.com

VOLUNTEERS JustServe.org

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT Dr. Coleen Andruss 1173 South 250 West, Suite 110 www.drhealthylifestyle.com (435) 986-3800

YOUTH TREATMENT CENTERS Life Skills Recovery Ranch 9431 N 400 W Holden, UT 84636 (435) 253-1887 www.lifeskillsrecoveryranch.com

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