The Lopes’ leap: GCU’s esports powerhouse fuels Arizona’s collegiate gaming boom
PHOENIX – With its massive on-campus esports lounge and early commitment to gaming, Grand Canyon University has cultivated a thriving 2,000-member esports community that is driving the rise of collegiate esports in Arizona.
San Antonio oncologists tackle rising rates of cancer deaths in Latinos
SAN ANTONIO – Cancer is the leading cause of death in the Hispanic community, accounting for 20% of deaths. Providers and researchers point toward a lack of access and awareness to early screening and treatment.
As Arizona shifts into warmer weather, beware of rattlesnakes, experts say
PHOENIX – Hikers and adventurers should be aware of increased encounters between humans and rattlesnakes as temperatures climb above 80 degrees. The serpents make their presence known in rural areas and even in homes, especially from March to October.
Triathlon trailblazer: How ASU coach Cliff English became architect of ASU powerhouse, catalyst for collegiate growth
TEMPE – Cliff English has coached professional triathletes to hundreds of wins and has led the ASU women’s triathlon team to seven NCAA championships in seven years of their existence. But his commitment to growing the sport has resulted in greater contributions.
Succeeding by failing: ‘Virtue signaling’ runs high in the Legislature
PHOENIX - A GOP bill to ban "gender identity" was quickly vetoed by Gov. Katie Hobbs, one of 52 vetoes this year. Bills are often introduced with little chance of becoming law, part of the "political theater" aimed less at legislating and more at getting voter attention.
Arizona ranks 49th in nation for access to adult mental health care
PHOENIX – Mental Health America ranked Arizona 49th on its national list for adult mental health care, indicating a higher prevalence of mental illness and lower access to care within the state.
Downtown Phoenix Farmers Market, Phoenix Bioscience Core promote health education at festival
PHOENIX – The Downtown Phoenix Farmers Market partnered with the Phoenix Bioscience Core to host the first Health & Wellness Phoestival earlier this month. In an attempt to bring health education and promote healthy living, the festival featured guest speakers, cooking demonstrations and health vendors.
Advierten de los peligros al cruzar la frontera entre Arizona y Sonora
TUCSON – Agentes de la patrulla fronteriza y representantes de América Latina debaten sobre los peligros que corren los inmigrantes al cruzar la frontera, entre estos, los abusos a manos de organizaciones transnacionales de crimen y las arduas temperaturas del desierto de Sonora.
‘Unconditional love’: Saving One Life helps cats through colony feedings, TNR, fostering, adoptions
PHOENIX – Saving One Life is an Arizona nonprofit organization and one of the many animal rescues that helps save cats. The organization does colony feedings, TNR, fostering and adoption in order to find them loving homes.
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul will provide more beds to help the homeless survive extreme heat this summer
PHOENIX – Temperatures in Phoenix officially hit 100 degrees on April 21, earlier than usual. Phoenix’s Society of St. Vincent de Paul changed its priorities in order to help those who are homeless survive extreme heat and stay safe this summer.
‘Mobility, community and open space’: Culdesac in Tempe aims to provide a healthy alternative to suburban living
TEMPE – Culdesac, a walkable, car-free neighborhood in Tempe, aims to support tenants’ healthier lifestyles by allowing them to have quick access to necessities such as stores, restaurants and public transit.
Tasa prolongada de COVID de Arizona es más alta que el promedio nacional y los hispanos experimentan síntomas a un ritmo más alto que otros grupos
PHOENIX – A medida que los Arizonenses experimentan tasas más altas de COVID prolongado, los nuevos programas de tratamiento trabajan para proporcionar respuestas a las disparidades persistentes.
