Entries by Maya Wooden

Get Fresh at Your Local Farmers Market

By Carolina Grant, RD, IBCLC | Registered Dietitian There are many ways we can properly fuel our body, and a good way to start is by being surrounded by nutritious foods such as the ones you can find at the farmers market. Around the valley, you can find a variety of farmers markets with local […]

Understanding AHCCCS and KidsCare

Access to healthcare is a fundamental right, yet navigating healthcare systems can often be stressful and overwhelming. Luckily, the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) and KidsCare programs were designed to provide healthcare coverage to low-income individuals and families. Whether you’re new to AHCCCS/KidsCare or seeking a deeper understanding of its services, NOAH is […]

World Health Day

By Maggie Hensley, RDN | Registered Dietitian It’s finally springtime! For a lot of us that usually comes with some form of spring cleaning. Culturally, spring cleaning has deep roots in Jewish traditions around Passover, Iranian celebrations of Nowruz, Chinese Lunar New Year, Thailand’s Songkran Festival, and many others. Along with the themes of renewal […]

The Legacy of Cesar Chavez

Cesar Chavez, born in 1927 in Yuma, Arizona, became a well-known figure in the struggle for fair treatment and improved working conditions for farmworkers. Growing up in a migrant farmworker family, he understood the hardships endured in the agricultural labor sector. Driven by his belief that all workers deserve fair pay, Chavez dedicated his life […]

Swinging into Spring – How to Keep Your Allergies in Check

Spring is here, and in Arizona, that means it’s not just spring training season – it’s also the peak of allergy season! As the desert comes to life again, pollen levels soar, and allergy sufferers find themselves sneezing and sniffling more than usual. With these tips, we’re helping to keep your allergies in check so […]

Does The Big Game Come With A Big Risk?

Football Season is in full swing, with the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers facing-off for a chance to be this year’s NFL Champions. Emotions are at an all-time high, and anything is possible. Regardless of which team we support, the uncertainty keeps us on the edge of our seat, our hearts pounding with […]

The Importance of Well-Child Checks

Well-child checks or well-child visits are crucial for healthy development among children. These specific examinations are designed to monitor a child’s growth, development, and overall well-being and recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics at one, two, four, six, nine, 12, 15, 18, 24, and 30 months followed by yearly visits through age 21. These preventive visits […]

Save the Date for NOAHfest!

The much-anticipated NOAHfest is making a comeback! In 2023, NOAH hosted its inaugural NOAHfest, a huge success that brought together over 200 friends and family members of NOAH to celebrate the inauguration of the new Cholla Health Center. The overwhelmingly positive feedback we received inspired us to bring this joyous event back for a second […]

Nurture Your Well-Being in 2024

As we step into the promising year of 2024, there’s no better time to prioritize your well-being. At NOAH, we understand that a healthy life encompasses not just physical health, but also emotional and mental wellness. Let’s explore how NOAH’s healthcare services can lead you on a path of self-care and well-being in the upcoming […]

Gingerbread – Delicious AND Healthy?

There’s no denying that gingerbread is a classic holiday dessert. Flavored with ginger, cloves, allspice and some additional sweetening ingredients, this tasty treat offers some nutritional benefits that might just surprise you! Benefits of Ginger Originating in Southeast Asia, ginger is one of the healthiest spices on the planet. The unique fragrance and flavor of […]