Five Ways to Help Prevent Prostate Cancer

Five Ways to Help Prevent Prostate Cancer

Guys, here’s your healthcare quiz for the day: What is the most common form of cancer in men?   The answer is prostate cancer, slow-growing cancer of the prostate gland which is a walnut-sized organ in the male reproductive system. In fact, prostate cancer is not only...
Vein Center Welcomes Dr. Saina Attaran

Vein Center Welcomes Dr. Saina Attaran

Veins, vessels and valves are all part of the body’s vascular system, which is why cardiothoracic surgeon Saina Attaran, MD, is at home in her new role at the Vein Center at Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC).  “The venous system is critical to our...
The Many Wonders of Water

The Many Wonders of Water

Summer is a great time to step up your water intake. Days are warmer, and we tend to spend a lot of time outdoors exercising. But did you know that it’s important to maintain good hydration all year long?  Water’s Benefits Up to 60 percent of the human adult body is...