By Dr. Dinelli Monson Chief Medical Officer, UnitedHealthcare of California As kids are back at school and eager to get to know their new teachers, many families may still be trying to squeeze in some of the last details to be sure their kids are ready to...
The Friends of the Library is proud to present a special senior concerns lecture series at the Lake Arrowhead branch, beginning on Aug. 20. The series will offer valuable information and resources for older adults, caregivers and families navigating the challenges of...
By Dr. Ginger Gabriel Special to the Alpine Mountaineer How can you know if GriefShare is for you? When a loved one dies, it can feel as if you’re alone. Few people understand how painful and isolating your grief can be. But that doesn’t mean you have to suffer by...
By Mary-Justine Lanyon Editor The hospital gift shop has reopened. The pharmacy relocation has run into some “bumps.” That was part of the construction update delivered to the Mountains Community Hospital board of directors at their July 24 meeting by CEO Mark...
By Elise Gray Special to the Alpine Mountaineer When heavy winter storms or wildfires strike, the mountain communities often face a critical challenge: Where can residents go when they’re stranded or displaced? The American Red Cross is stepping in to make sure...
By Dr. Damanpreet Jamarai Chief Medical Officer UnitedHealthcare Medicare & Retirement of California As we grow older, we begin losing bone density and mass, which may make us more susceptible to bone-related conditions, including osteoporosis and injuries....
