SEDONA — Latino Outdoors invites you to a Community Nature Walk that will connect you with the community in a family friend hike! Let’s connect and learn how to get outdoors! The free event will be held from noon to 21 p.m. Sunday,…
Category: Health
April 14 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Medicare: Pre & Thru Retirements’
Dear friend and partner, greetings! The subject on Saturday’s radio program will be: MEDICARE: PRE & THRU RETIRMENT Ad on Facebook Programs of all our radio shows can be accessed on Facebook, YouTube, Podcasts, and Stitcher, all under AARP Arizona Hispanic…
April 28 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Food: Delight, Health and Weight’
Dear friend and partner, greetings! The subject on Saturday’s radio program will be: FOOD: Delight, Health, and Weight Ways to access the radio program. Ad on Facebook Programs of all our radio shows can be accessed on Facebook, YouTube, Podcasts, and…
March 14 — Flagstaff High School Student Council to present ‘Conversation’ on student safety, gun control. See related stories with maps, links to other Flagstaff, Arizona, nationwide events
FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff High School Student Council will present a “Conversation” community forum on student safety and gun control at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 14 at Flagstaff High School, 400 W. Elm St., Flagstaff, in the Commons area. At 10…
March 31 — National Stop the Bleed Day – Public Classes Being Offered in Coconino County
COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Sheriff’s Office, along with Northern Arizona Healthcare – Trauma Services, Highlands Fire Department and numerous other public service agencies are hosting the 2018 National Stop the Bleed Day in the Flagstaff area on Saturday…
March 3 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Navigating Healthcare: From Preventative to Hospice’
Dear friend and partner, happy Friday! The subject of Saturday’s radio program will be: NAVIGATING HEALTHCARE: FROM PREVENTIVE TO HOSPICE Ad on Facebook: Ad on YouTube: Programs of all our radio shows can be accessed on Facebook, YouTube, Podcasts, and Stitcher,…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Feb. 20
Click here for the entire e-newsletter February 20, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News Annual Kiddie Clinic Active Parenting group starting in Williams Save the Date – Annual Child Abuse Prevention Conference! FREE Suicide prevention Workshops in Flagstaff…
Feb. 17 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Opioids: Killing More Than Pain’
Dear friend and partner, happy Friday! The subject of Saturday’s radio program will be: OPIOIDS: KILLING MORE THAN PAIN Ad on Facebook: Ad on YouTube: Programs of all our radio shows can be accessed on Facebook, YouTube, Podcasts, and Stitcher, all…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Feb. 13
Click here for the entire e-newsletter February 13, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News Meet Me Downtown Flagstaff FREE Suicide prevention Workshops in Flagstaff Peter and Wendy LOCKs: Preschool – Constellations Youth Art Exhibition Save the Date –…
Feb. 10 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Latinos: What the Health’
Dear friend and partner, happy Friday! The subject of Saturday’s (Feb. 10 — radio program will be: LATINOS: WHAT THE HEALTH Ad on Facebook: Ad on YouTube: Videos of all our radio programs can be accessed on our Facebook page and…
Feb. 7 — Free flu shots offered in Page
FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) is offering free flu shots at the CCPHSD Northern Region office, 467 Vista Avenue, Page, Arizona on Wednesday, February 7 from 10 AM – 1 PM. No appointment is needed. Influenza…
Free flu shots offered at CCPHSD Clinic
The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) is offering free seasonal flu shots (while supplies last) at the CCPHSD Clinic in Flagstaff. To schedule an appointment, call the Clinic at 928-679-7222 or toll-free at 1-877-679-7272. Influenza (flu) activity continues…
Annual Point in Time Count begins Jan. 23. Volunteers needed
FLAGSTAFF — The annual Point in Time Count (PIT) will take place next week, starting on the night of Jan. 23 throughout the City of Flagstaff. This count documents the number of unsheltered people experiencing homelessness at a single point in…
Changes to hazardous waste disposal in Flagstaff
COCONINO COUNTY — The Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library (300 W. Aspen Ave) will no longer accept batteries, CDs, MP3 players and cell phone drop-offs. Flagstaff residents can dispose of these products and other hazardous waste at the Hazardous Products…
Jan. 27 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Kinship Care in AZ’
Dear friend and partner, happy Friday! The subject of Saturday’s radio program will be KINSHIP CARE IN AZ. We will talk about the state of kinship care, policy, procedures, challenges, resources, and we will also hear from kinship caregivers about their…
KNAU update for Dec. 22
Click here for the latest KNAU news Support Your Public Radio! Popular KNAU Links Like us on Facebook On-Air Schedule Follow us on Twitter Local Events Calendar Current News Stories Support KNAU! KNAU Insider prEview – December 22nd, 2017 Programming Updates…
North Country Healthcare Foundation launching 2017 Annual Giving Campaign
‘North Country HealthCare saved my life’ This week we’re launching our 2017 Annual Giving Campaign with a goal of raising $25,000 by December 31st and we simply cannot do this without you. We’re kicking off the campaign by sharing a few of…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Nov. 21
Click here for the entire e-newsletter November 21, 2017 Edition Check Out the Latest News Abby & Wally on Stage Santa’s Arrival Celebration Breakfast with Santa In-Home Santa Visit Giveaway Snowflake Festival Winter Wonderland & Tree Lighting Tiny Tales:…
Hantavirus confirmed in recent traveler to northern Arizona. See more county news here
Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) officials have announced a confirmed case of Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS) in a recent traveler to the County from outside Arizona. The individual traveled to multiple areas in northern Arizona and it is…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Nov. 14
Click here for the entire e-newsletter November 14, 2017 Edition Check Out the Latest News Snowflake Festival Breakfast with Santa Navajo Bridge Star Party Taurids and Leonids Meteor Shower Winter Wonderland & Tree Lighting Abby & Wally on Stage…
Nov. 18 — Free firewood giveaway at Fort Tuthill County Park
FLAGSTAFF — Coconino County Parks & Recreation is offering a free firewood giveaway to the public at 8 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 18, at Fort Tuthill County Park near the archery range. The firewood giveaway is a result of recent forest thinning…
Coconino County Board of Supervisors to meet Nov. 14. See more Coconino County news here
Tuesday, November 14, 2017 NOTICE OF WORK SESSION, EXECUTIVE SESSION AND REGULAR SESSION OF THE COCONINO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, THE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION AND THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE COCONINO COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES DISTRICT, PURSUANT TO A.R.S.…
NAU update for Oct. 13
Click here for the latest NAU News Friday, Oct. 13 NAU’s director of shuttle services named 2017 Homecoming Dedicatee Judy Manor started working for shuttle services as a bus driver nearly 20 years ago. Since then, she has led to…
Oct. 14 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Medicare’s ABCDs and the Triple As’
Dear friend, happy Friday! The subject on Saturday’s radio program will be MEDICARE’S ABCDs AND THE TRIPLE As. We will explain each part of Medicare, Medicare Original versus Medicare Advantage, Medicare’s Savings Programs, Enrollment Periods, and the Area Agencies on Aging.…
KNAU update for Oct. 6
Click here for the latest KNAU news Thank you for your support! Popular KNAU Links Like us on Facebook On-Air Schedule Follow us on Twitter Local Events Calendar Current News Stories Support KNAU! KNAU Insider prEview – October 6th, 2017…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Sept. 26
Click here for the entire e-newsletter September 26, 2017 Edition Check Out the Latest News Halloween Harvest & 2nd Locals’ Night Become a Foster Parent! STEM Events Project WET Water Audit Super Hero Adventure Young Readers’ Fest Camp Mourning…
Coconino County announces Seasonal Flu Shot appointments
COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) is offering seasonal flu shots at the CCPHSD Clinic in Flagstaff. To schedule an appointment, call the Clinic at 928-679-7222 or toll-free at 1-877-679-7272. The Centers for Disease Control and…
Sept. 23 — Coconino County Offers Low-cost Rabies Vaccination Clinic
COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) is sponsoring a low-cost Rabies Vaccination Clinic from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 23 at the Coconino Humane Association, 3501 E. Butler Ave. Rabies vaccinations will be…
Seasonal Flu Shot appointments
The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) is offering seasonal flu shots at the CCPHSD Clinic in Flagstaff. To schedule an appointment, call the Clinic at 928-679-7222 or toll-free at 1-877-679-7272. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)…
Sept. 16 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Latinos in Health Professions’
Dear friend, saludos! The subject of Saturday’s radio program will be LATINOS IN HEALTH PROFESSIONS. With the expertise of Dr. Adriana Perez, Dr. Martin Hernandez and three other guests we will discuss the importance of having Latino representation in health professions;…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Sept. 12
Click here for the entire e-newsletter September 12, 2017 Edition Check Out the Latest News Project WET Water Audit STEM Events East Flagstaff Community Library Fall 2017 Programs Training for Parents of Children with Special Needs School’s Out, Make It…
Sept. 16 — 12th Annual Flagstaff Marathon
FLAGSTAFF — North Country HealthCare will host its 12th Annual Flagstaff Marathon on Saturday, September 16th at the Arizona Nordic Village. Back in 2006, North Country launched the first full marathon for Flagstaff in nearly twenty years. The event has continued…
Aug. 26 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘HEALTH: ACA EXPLAINED’
Dear partner and friend, greetings! Our radio program tomorrow will be on “Health: ACA EXPLAINED”. With the help of our guests we will explain the different components of this law (consumer protections, essential benefits, Medicaid expansion, subsidies, penalties, taxes, etc.). Join…
North Country Healthcare presents video: ‘Creating Healthier Communities
By Tiffany Tcheng FLAGSTAFF — In honor of National Health Center Week, we’re excited to debut our “Creating Healthier Communities” video, a project that we’re very proud of. The goal of this video is to help educate our community about the…
Aug. 12 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘HEALTH: Diet & Exercise’
Dear friend, greetings! Happy Friday! Our radio program tomorrow will be on HEALTH: Diet & Exercise. Our guests, Dr. Sonia Vega-Lopez and Hector Valdez from ASU, Medical Doctor and Emergency Department Medical Director for Banner Baywood Hospital in Mesa Nick Vasquez,…
Fleas test positive for plague in Coconino County
Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) officials confirmed that fleas collected in the Red Lake area, approximately five miles northeast of Williams, tested positive for plague (Yersinia pestis). The tests were conducted by the Center for Pathogen and Microbiome…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for July 25
Click here for the entire e-newsletter July 25, 2017 Edition Check Out the Latest News 2017 Northern Arizona Suicide Prevention Conference Best for Babies Foster Parent Training Become a Foster Parent! Movies on the Square: Princess Bride Back to School Bash…
July 11 — Meals on Wheels Fundraiser to be held at Big Foot BBQ
FLAGSTAFF — A Meals on Wheels Fundraiser will be held from 4 p.m. until closing on Tuesday, July 11 at Big Foot BBQ, 120 N. Leroux in the Old Town Shops, Flagstaff. Please bring your family and friends and come support…
Boundary Fire Smoke Moves Into Flagstaff
FLAGSTAFF — Smoke in the Flagstaff area is from the Boundary fire due to a prevailing Northwest wind moving into the City. As the temperature rises the smoke will also rise. The forecast calls for Northwest winds to continue through the…
Sunnyside Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños to present next ‘Farm Fresh Produce’ on June 10
Special Market on the Move! Two days this week! Wednesday from 2pm to 5pm and Saturday from 10am to 2pm! At the Market of Dreams, 2532 E. 7th Ave. 60 pounds of fresh, in-season produce for $15! ¡ mercado especial…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for June 6
Click here for the entire newsletter June 6, 2017 Edition Check Out the Latest News Summer Activity Camp for Kids Teddy Bear Picnic June Events for the Flagstaff Libraries June Calendar for the Flagstaff Libraries Resource Guide for Youth and…
Coconino County: Summer food safety tips
Summer is the time for picnics and cookouts but these outdoor activities can present food safety challenges. Summer is the time for picnics and cookouts but these outdoor activities can present food safety challenges. Bacteria in food multiply faster at…
June 14 — Sunnyside Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños to present next ‘Farm Fresh Produce’
FLAGSTAFF — Sunnyside Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños to present next ‘Farm Fresh Produce’ from 2 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, June 14 at 2532 E. 7th Ave., Flagstaff. Deals in the parking lot Wednesday, June 14, from 2-5.…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for May 30
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News ASIST Training 34th Annual Flagstaff Chili Festival The Summer Cafe…
Increase in pertussis (whooping cough) reported in Coconino County
COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) has confirmed an increase in pertussis (whooping cough) illness in Coconino County. CCPHSD is reminding individuals of the importance of vaccinations for both children and adults. Early symptoms of…
May 6 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to launch
Hello friends, saludos! It is with great pleasure that I announce to you that our radio program will launch on Saturday, May 6, 2017. Lots of logistical items have had to be worked out but it is finally here. The…
Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) will observe National Infant Immunization Week April 22-29
The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) will observe National Infant Immunization Week (NIIW), an annual observance to highlight the importance of protecting infants from vaccine-preventable diseases during the week of April 22-29. During NIIW, administrative fees will be…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for April 11
COCONINO COUNTY— Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Scenic Chairlift Rides at Arizona Snowbowl Finding Dory Family Movie…
KNAU update for March 31
Current News Stories Earth Notes: The Dinosaur Diamond Many millions of years ago, dinosaurs of all shapes and sizes roamed the Colorado Plateau. They were common in the region when the landscape was mostly wet and tropical. Learn more at KNAU.org.…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for March 23
Click here to see the latest newsletter. Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates March, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events March, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events March, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events March, Tuba City Public Library announces…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for March 7
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Night at the Museum: Meteor Crater–The People Behind the Attraction…
Sunnyside Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños announces upcoming events
FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños has announced a series of upcoming events including: March 8 — Farm Fresh Produce the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month from 2 to 5 p.m. March 9 — Sunnyside Neighborhood…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Feb. 28
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Donate to the Child Abuse Prevention Fund on your Taxes!…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Jan. 31
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Federal Child Abuse Numbers Climb Again Can Understanding…
It’s not too late to get a flu vaccination
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is reporting increased flu activity in many areas of the United States. According to the Arizona Department of Health Services, influenza activity is elevated in Arizona with nearly 1,800 cases reported across…
Flagstaff Local Motion Working to Get Flagstaff’s Health on Track
FLAGSTAFF — Sixteen percent of adults living in Coconino County report to be in poor or fair health, according to a study by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. Organizations across Flagstaff are working hard to improve the overall health and…
Sunnyside Market of Dreams to present next ‘Farm Fresh Produce’ on Dec. 28
FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Market of Dreams / Mercado de Sueños will present its next ‘Farm Fresh Produce’ event from 2 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 23 at 2304 N. 3rd St., Flagstaff. The market is partnering with the Church for the Nations —…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Nov. 15
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News NewPac Fibre is Recruiting – Will be On-Site…
Coconino County’s first flu case confirmed
Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) officials announced the first confirmed influenza case in Coconino County this flu season. The individual, who has recovered, resides in the northern part of the County. This begins the 2016 – 2017 flu…
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The Hispanic Heritage Month special newsprint edition of AmigosNAZ is now available in a growing number of locations throughout Northern Arizona. Want a free link to your business’ or organization’s website? Sign up to be a distribution point for AmigosNAZ…