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AHSC Blog: Sports and Exercise

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A Matter of Choices: 3 Easy-to-Swallow Tips for Changing Your Cancer Risk Through Dietary Choices

By Cynthia A Thomson PhD, RD | Jan 12, 2018
Tags: Cancer, diet, exercising, hydration, prevention, fiber, healthy eating, obesity

Cancer is expected to exceed cardiovascular disease as the leading cause of death in Arizona within the next 20 years. While exemplary treatments are available and new immunotherapies hold promise for curing the disease,... read more

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NURSE-ing Your Brain to Protect it From Stress

By Alison Sutton-Ryan | Aug 21, 2017
Tags: mindfulness, nutrition, mental health, stress, relaxation, spirituality, healthy lifestyle, fitness, school, college

As the new semester begins, there is much excitement and anticipation—and often much stress. School can bring many additional responsibilities and it can seem that our own care is last on the list.In my role as a... read more

7 Health & Safety Tips for Kids Playing Fall Sports

By Elizabeth Knight, PhD, DNP, FNP-C | Sep 21, 2016
Tags: sports, sun protection, skin cancer, dehydration, heat stroke, nutrition, safety gear, head injuries, eating disorders

The start of a new school year can only mean one thing: fall sports season is here. As a family nurse practitioner with the Mobile Health Program, I am seeing lots of eager, young athletes at our family practice and pediatric... read more

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