Go Ahead, Eat That Burger or Chocolate
Surprise, Ariz. (January 14, 2021) – If your doctor has warned you that you are pre-diabetic, you might start mourning your favorite foods as while thinking about an unimaginable life without sugar in your diet. However, Sun Health’s Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), one of a handful in Arizona with certification from the Centers for Medicare […]
Important Message regarding the Center for Health & Wellbeing effective January 4, 2021
EFFECTIVE JANUARY 4, 2021 The Sun Health Center for Health & Wellbeing has temporarily suspended in-person visits and classes. We are committed to the health and safety of our community and will resume in-person offerings as soon as its safe with considerations to COVID-19. Please check for updates. We apologize for any inconvenience and will […]
How to make the holidays more enjoyable for those with dementia
There’s something wonderful about the holidays. Friends and family gathered together, enjoying a tasty feast, bright lights and brightly wrapped gifts, often followed with lots of excitement. However, for those with dementia, Parkinson’s or another cognitive diagnosis, the holidays can be challenging. The stimulation is not always good for someone struggling with memory loss, but […]
Sun Health Wellness Launches ‘LiveWell Learning’
SURPRISE, ARIZ. (Oct. 8, 2020) – Throughout 2020, virtually every aspect of our lives has changed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. One of the many positives that has occurred is that so many people are focused on taking care of their health, both physically and emotionally, while also striving to stay safe. This is why […]
Is it time to take the keys? Driving and dementia
The road can be uncertain when your loved one is diagnosed with memory loss. Dementia, with the most common form being Alzheimer’s, is the general term used when memory loss, thinking, problem-solving deficits interfere with daily activities. One activity that needs to be monitored closely after a dementia diagnosis is driving. “It is normal as […]
Sun Health Wellness Launches ‘SunHealthDPP’ Online Health and Wellness Programs Focused on Diabetes Prevention, Weight Loss and Chronic Disease Management
Surprise, Ariz. – Sept. 9, 2020 – Sun Health’s vision of a world where people live longer, healthier, more purposeful lives has just moved beyond serving the residents of the West Valley with the launch of the “SunHealthDPP” Diabetes Prevention and Weight Loss program and the “SunHealth360” Lifestyle Change program. Both new offerings are online […]
Prevent or Overcome Burnout using the “Three R” Approach
By: Teri Elkins, MPH, CHES Health and Wellness Coordinator / Diabetes Prevention Program Coordinator Everyone experiences stress. And, in short bursts it can have a positive impact on your health, such as helping you avoid danger or meet a deadline. It’s when we continually experience stress and for long period of time, you increase our […]
Sun Health Wellness Connecting Folks Virtually
Sun Health Wellness Connecting Folks Virtually Online class offerings and on demand courses available to keep those most vulnerable healthy Surprise, Ariz. (April 9, 2020) – In this COVID-19 time where social distancing is a must, especially for seniors and those with certain underlying conditions, Sun Health Wellness is offering its popular wellness classes to […]
Sun Health Foundation Announces the Warren D. Ruff Scholarship Fund
Sun Health Foundation Announces the Warren D. Ruff Scholarship Fund Continuing a Legacy of Learning, Personal Growth, and Caring for Others SURPRISE, AZ (March 27, 2020) – Sun Health Foundation proudly announces the establishment of the Warren D. Ruff Scholarship Fund for qualifying nurses and nursing candidates – at a time when it’s needed most […]
Self-managing diabetes with healthy dishes
Sun Health Wellness appeared on Good Morning Arizona to talk about the myths and misconceptions about what those with diabetes can and can’t eat and spoke about our diabetes resources available at our Center for Health & Wellbeing including our regular Diabetes Self-Management Education series classes. This program is covered by most insurance plans. For […]
