Yuma News

When does fainting require medical attention?

Details: Written by Dr. Win-Kuang Shen Dr. Win-Kuang Shen; Published: 15 April 2018 15 April 2018

Scottsdale, Arizona - Fainting happens when your brain doesn’t get enough blood, and that causes you to briefly lose consciousness. In many cases, fainting is not a reason for concern. But, in some people - particularly in those with a history of heart problems or those who faint while exercising - fainting may be caused by a more serious underlying medical condition. In those cases, a health care provider should assess it as soon as possible.

Understanding depression and the gender gap

Details: Written by Women's Wellness Women's Wellness; Published: 15 April 2018 15 April 2018

Scottsdale, Arizona - Some mood changes and depressed feelings occur with normal hormonal changes. But hormonal changes alone don't cause depression. Other biological factors, inherited traits, and personal life circumstances and experiences are associated with a higher risk of depression. Here's what contributes to depression in women.

First-aid strategy called PRICE

Details: Written by Home Remedies Home Remedies; Published: 15 April 2018 15 April 2018

Yuma, Arizona - There's an easy way to remember what to do when you twist an ankle, injure a muscle or suffer any other mild sprain or strain. It's a first-aid strategy called PRICE.

What should you do with leftover pain medications?

Details: Written by Mayo Clinic Staff Mayo Clinic Staff; Published: 15 April 2018 15 April 2018

Yuma, Arizona - If you've ever had surgery, there's a good chance that you have a partially used bottle of prescription pain medication in one of your bathroom cupboards.

Vehicle strikes Truck Mates on 32nd Street

Details: Written by Yuma News Now Yuma News Now; Published: 14 April 2018 14 April 2018

Yuma, Arizona - This morning, at approximately 11:56 a.m., a Black 2015 Chrysler 300 struck the north side of Truck Mates, 251 W. 32nd Street. The collision caused a substantial amount of damage to the building.

NASA to Discuss Deep Space Exploration Progress at Johnson Space Center

Details: Written by Cheryl Warner Cheryl Warner; Published: 14 April 2018 14 April 2018

Houston, Texas - Media are invited to see how engineers and scientists are helping make NASA’s deep space human exploration plans a reality at the agency’s Johnson Space Center in Houston on Thursday, April 26.

Operation Guardian Support Begins for Del Rio Border Patrol Sector

Details: Written by Border Scope Border Scope; Published: 14 April 2018 14 April 2018

Del Rio, Texas - This week, Del Rio Border Patrol Sector welcomed initial planning teams from the National Guard who are deployed in support of Operation Guardian Support.