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Sacco: Research, insights and strategy guide effective tourism promotion

Rachel Sacco By Rachel Sacco | Thoughts on Innovation Nearly 11.7 million visitors explored Scottsdale throughout 2024, but our warm sunshine, diverse landscape and special events alone didn’t bring those millions here. Some of those travele...

Seifried: Why fall is the most important season for senior home safety

Drew Seifried By Drew Seifried | Thoughts on Innovation As the air turns crisp and the days grow shorter, fall is a time of cozy routines and family gatherings. But for many older adults who want to age in place, this season can also bring h...

Sandoval: A framework for trauma-informed mentoring in Arizona

Matt Sandoval By Matt Sandoval | Thoughts on Innovation Many people become mentors because of what they survived. That’s not a flaw in the system; it’s often the source of their compassion, their staying power, their ability to see a young p...

Leon: When tragedy strikes mid-litigation — what every family should know

Jose Leon, founder of Phoenix-based Leon Law. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) By Jose Leon | Thoughts on Innovation Life rarely follows a script, and neither does litigation. As a personal injury attorney in Phoenix, I’ve seen firsthand how u...

Dydyk & Duffy: When the body hurts, the mind suffers too — Why we must treat pain and depression together

From left are Rebecca Duffy and Dr. Alexander Dydyk By Dr. Alexander Dydyk and Rebecca Duffy | Thoughts on Innovation Chronic pain is not just about what hurts in your body – it lingers in your thoughts, shapes your moods, and touches ...

Brown: Energy efficiency programs save Arizona ratepayers money

Diane Brown By Diane Brown | Thoughts on Innovation When family and friends gather over the holiday season, energy efficiency isn’t typically a hot topic. Perhaps this year it should be. With conversations likely to include affordability,...

Anable: The sandwich generation’s digital safety burden

Susan Anable By Susan Anable | Thoughts on Innovation Like millions of Americans in the often-labeled Sandwich Generation — those of us ages 39 to 59 have had to balance careers while caring for both children and aging parents —I f...

Winterland & Bennett: Why pediatric coverage matters during open enrollment

From left are Diane Bennett and Dr. Darcey M. Winterland. By Dr. Darcey M. Winterland and Diane Bennett | Thoughts on Innovation As open enrollment begins, families across Arizona face one of the most important decisions of the year: select...

Cobb: Opening up Arizona’s small business retirement options

Regina Cobb By Regina Cobb | Thoughts on Innovation In my time as state representative, I realized the importance of our local businesses and the vital role they play in creating our community what it is today. That is why it is important th...

Dr. Shah: Burping — The little noise that says so much

Dr. Rucha Shah By Dr. Rucha Shah | Thoughts on Innovation In some parts of the world, burping after a meal is practically a compliment to the chef. In others, it’s the sort of thing that earns you a raised eyebrow across the dinner table. Wh...

When Arizona storms strike, your car could be at risk

Jeff Artzi By Jeff Artzi | Thoughts on Innovation With the recent storms sweeping through Arizona, many drivers are discovering that the aftermath of heavy rain can be just as damaging as the storm itself. Flooded roads, standing water, and ...

Dr. Purohit: A watershed moment in women’s health care

Dr. Manisha Purohit By Dr. Manisha Purohit | Thoughts on Innovation For more than two decades, hormone replacement therapy has carried the FDA’s most severe cautionary label, a “black box” warning, casting a long shadow over one of the most ...

Navigating the aftermath: Why legal guidance matters after a car accident

Jose Leon, founder of Phoenix-based Leon Law. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) By Jose Leon | Thoughts on Innovation With over 1 million residents, thousands of miles of municipal thoroughfare, and a natural proclivity toward collision — motor...

Russello: Lobster making from kitchen to table

Kasai’s culinary team specializes in elevating classic ingredients with Japanese artistry, and lobster is no exception. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) By Emma Russello | Thoughts on Innovation For many food lovers, lobster is the pinnac...

Dr. Pilli: You are what you breathe — The surprising truth about microplastics in our air.

Early studies suggest microplastics can cause chronic inflammation in the lungs and other tissues. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) By Dr. Suchitra Pilli | Thoughts on Innovation When I tell patients that we’re all inhaling tiny pieces of...

Swann: Pro tips from a top 30 pizzeria in the nation

Heating the skillet in the oven before adding dough and toppings helps recreate the high-heat cooking environment of a pizzeria. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) By James Swann | Thoughts on Innovation Craft 64 was recently named the #26 ...

Dippold: What is Sukkot?! A festival of gratitude and joy

(Photo: Arianna Grainey/DigitalFreePress) By Talli Dippold | Thoughts on Innovation Each fall, Jewish families around the world gather to celebrate Sukkot, a holiday that is as joyful as it is meaningful. Following the High Holidays of Rosh ...

Murray: Like heat stress, mental health is a workplace safety issue — let’s treat it like one

Mental health challenges are just as much a safety concern as physical heat stress. In fact, they claim far more lives. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) By Rick Murray | Thoughts on Innovation Every summer, Arizona employers are challenge...

Bingham: Low-cost ways to support employees through inflation

Julie Bingham By Julie Bingham | Thoughts on Innovation As inflation headlines re-emerge, many employers are contemplating shifts in their remote and hybrid work policies.Organizations are working hard to balance two competing priorities: be...

Dr. Dawke: Why same-day, next-day primary care matters

Dr. Ravinder Raj Dawke By Dr. Ravinder Raj Dawke | Thoughts on Innovation In my 20 years as a primary care physician, I’ve heard one frustration more than any other: “I just wish I could see my doctor when I’m sick — not weeks later.” It’...

Sacco: Meetings mean business for Scottsdale hotels and resorts

Rachel Sacco By Rachel Sacco | Experience Scottsdale Scottsdale is known around the globe as a luxury resort destination, but our success as a tourism destination would not be possible without meetings, conferences and events. Traditional...

Russello: Mastering fried rice at home

At Kasai Japanese Steakhouse, fried rice is more than just a side dish, it is a signature staple that keeps guests coming back time and again. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) By Emma Russello | Thoughts on Innovation Every year, Sept. 20...

Shapiro: Scottsdale Leadership to showcase the best of local community at award ceremony

Gary Shapiro By Gary Shapiro | Thoughts on Innovation Five decades ago, Mayor Sam Campana and I were classmates in Class 5 of Valley Leadership. We loved the program. At one point, Sam said to me, “Scottsdale needs a program like this, and w...

Justice in the Details: Why timing and technology matter in personal injury law

Jose Leon is a father, husband, Scottsdale Charro and founder of Phoenix-based Leon Law. (File Photos/DigitalFreePress) By Jose Leon | Thoughts on Innovation The practice of law is a pursuit of justice — nuanced, detailed, and deeply h...

Dr. Purohit: Menopause, hair and what’s really happening

Dr. Manisha Purohit By Dr. Manisha Purohit | Thoughts on Innovation Hair loss during menopause can be discouraging. I see it in my office nearly every day, and I hear the same fear in women’s voices: “Is this permanent? Am I going to lose al...

Ray: Reinvestment and 21st century renaissance emerges in the Hospitality District of downtown Scottsdale

Gem Ray  By Gem Ray | Thoughts on Innovation Scottsdale’s impressive nightlife scene fuels local tourism, Scottsdale’s prominence, and the local economy. Whether a tourist is hiking, playing golf, or relaxing at one of Scottsdale’s resort...

Hauck: Direct care workers need support

Sarah Hauck By Sarah Hauck | Thoughts on Innovation Not all heroes wear their capes on the outside. Direct Care Workers (DCWs) – individuals focused on supporting the well-being of the growing number of older adults and people with disabi...

New Research: EVs can save $100M for government fleets in Arizona

Diane Brown By Diane Brown | Thoughts on Innovation There have been a lot of headlines and spirited debate around recently passed federal legislation to expire federal tax credits for electric vehicles (EVs). The good news is that regardless...

Shipman & Havard: Beating the heat of summertime SADness

The extreme heat can trigger physical discomfort, while the pressure to have a “perfect” summer body can lead to anxiety or depression in some individuals. (Submitted Photos/DigitalFreePress) By Alicia Shipman and Dr. Lauren Havard | Thoughts o...

Dryden: Crush Restaurant Week — not your health goals

Mckenzie Dryden By Mckenzie Dryden | Thoughts on Innovation Arizona Restaurant Week is basically the Super Bowl of dining — if the Super Bowl came with locally sourced appetizers and prix-fixe menus. It’s exciting, delicious, and honestly a ...

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Dydyk & Duffy: When the body hurts, the mind suffers too — Why we must treat pain and depression together

Chronic pain is not just about what hurts in your body – it lingers in your thoughts, shapes your moods, and touches every part of your daily life. It can alter how you move, how you interact with others, and even how you perceive yourself. Over time it chips away at your joy, drains energy and slowly rewrites what “normal” feels like.

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Dr. Purohit: A watershed moment in women’s health care

For more than two decades, hormone replacement therapy has carried the FDA’s most severe cautionary label, a “black box” warning, casting a long shadow over one of the most effective treatments for menopausal symptoms. That era has ended.

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